Danniele McKnight—a member of Frederick, Md., Lodge No. 684 for 13 years—has served Elkdom in various capacities, including as the ENF Fundraising Chair for her Lodge. Danniele exemplifies grit. To read how, check out her True Grit Elks bio.
Tom 'Tex' Tracy—a member of Wheaton, Ill., Lodge No. 2258, volunteers at the Lodge as ENF Fundraising Chair and is also involved with Veterans, Hoop Shoot, Soccer Shoot and Drug Awareness. A two-time recipient of the Purple Heart, Tex has had the grit to overcome many obstacles. Click here to read more about Tex.
If you know of an Elk who is the epitome of grit, please email our office at enf@elks.org or call us at 773/755-4728. We would be happy to feature them as a part of our True Grit Elks series.