The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks is proud to announce the winners of the 2007 Marvin M. Lewis Elks and Scouting Award. Approved by the Grand Lodge in 1998, the Marvin M. Lewis Award recognizes Elks in good standing who have significantly contributed to the youth of their communities by volunteering in the programs of the Boy Scouts of America. Marvin M. Lewis award winners are Elks who have brought Scouting to more youth, have assisted local Elks lodges in forming Scouting units, are fully trained in the skills of Scouting and are outstanding role models. These winners have also worked to bring Scouting and the Elks together to serve the community and have been instrumental in organizing scouting. The award is named for the Honorable Marvin M. Lewis, PGER, who has given such strong support to Scouting over the years.

The Marvin M. Lewis Elks and Scouting Award winners for 2007 are:

William A. Miller, Thousand Oaks, Lodge No. 2477
Charles A. Spitz, Long Branch, Lodge No. 742
Jackie Comeau, St. George 'Dixie' , Lodge No. 1743
Eric O. Hamilton, Petersburg,Petersburg, Lodge No. 237