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Congratulations to 2013 Most Valuable Student scholars Christina Fang and Allison Yamamoto, sposored by Sacremento, Calif., Lodge No. 6
posted by Valcomnews.com on May 24, 2013
Congratulations to 2013 Most Valuable Student scholars Christina Fang and Allison Yamamoto, sposored by Sacremento, Calif., Lodge No. 6
Alamosa, Colo., Lodge No. 1297 used an ENF Beacon Grant to run a child safety booth at a community event
posted by Alamosa News on May 22, 2013
Alamosa, Colo., Lodge No. 1297 used an ENF Beacon Grant to run a child safety booth at a community event
Iowa State Elks Association reunites Afghanistan veteran with his service dog
posted by www.ksdk.com on May 20, 2013
Iowa State Elks Association reunites Afghanistan veteran with his service dog
Watch how New Albany, Ind., Lodge No. 270 used an ENF Beacon Grant to encourage youth to read
posted by http://www.nafcs.k12.in.us/ on May 17, 2013
Watch how New Albany, Ind., Lodge No. 270 used an ENF Beacon Grant to encourage youth to read
Students sponsored by Catalina Mountain, Ariz., Lodge No. 2815 receive 2013 ENF Most Valuable Student scholarship
posted by explorernews.com on May 16, 2013
Students sponsored by Catalina Mountain, Ariz., Lodge No. 2815 receive ENF Most Valuable Student scholarship
Napa, Calif., Lodge No. 832 uses an ENF Beacon Grant to hold golf workshops for local youth
posted by http://napavalleyregister.com/ on May 15, 2013
Napa, Calif., Lodge No. 832 uses an ENF Beacon Grant to hold golf workshops for local youth
Congratulations to 2013 ENF scholars sponsored by Greybull, Wyo., Lodge No. 1431
posted by www.greybullstandard.com on May 10, 2013
Congratulations to 2013 ENF scholars sponsored by Greybull, Wyo, Lodge No. 1431
Congratulations to 2013 Legacy Awards scholar Bailey Walker, sponsored by Donaldsonville, La., Lodge No. 1153
posted by SJABR.org on May 8, 2013
Congratulations to 2013 Legacy Awards scholar Bailey Walker, sponsored by Donaldsonville, La., Lodge No. 1153
Joplin, Mo., Lodge No. 501 used an ENF Impact Grant to build a community garden
posted by The Joplin Globe on April 22, 2013
Joplin, Mo., Lodge No. 501 used an ENF Impact Grant to build a community garden to benefit neightbors in need
Livermore-Pleasanton, Calif., Lodge No. 2117 uses an ENF Promise Grant to hold a carnival for local youth
posted by Tri-Valley Times on April 11, 2013
Livermore-Pleasanton, Calif., Lodge No. 2117 uses an ENF Promise Grant to hold a carnival for local youth
Vacaville, Calif., Lodge No. 2638 uses an ENF grant to help local youth in need learn job skills and gain work experience
posted by The Reporter, Vacaville, Calif. on April 1, 2013
Vacaville, Calif., Lodge No. 2638 uses an ENF grant to help local youth in need learn job skills and gain work experience
Golden, Colo., Lodge No. 2740 uses an ENF Promise Grant to hold a after-prom party for local youth
posted by OurGoldenNews.com on April 1, 2013
Golden, Colo., Lodge No. 2740 uses an ENF Promise Grant to hold a after-prom party for local youth
Summerville, S.C., Lodge No. 2719 uses an ENF grant to help families living with Alzheimer's disease
posted by The Summerville Journel Scene on April 1, 2013
Summerville, S.C., Lodge No. 2719 uses an ENF grant to help families living with Alzheimer's disease
Brainerd, Minn., Lodge No. 615 uses an ENF grant to host information session for pregnant women
posted by BrainerdDispatch.com on April 1, 2013
Brainerd, Minn., Lodge No. 615 uses an ENF grant to host information session for pregnant women
Faribault, Minn., Lodge No. 1166 uses an ENF Beacon Grant to start a food program benefitting local youth
posted by Faribault Daily News on March 20, 2013
Faribault, Minn., Lodge No. 1166 uses an ENF Beacon Grant to start a food program benefitting local youth
Richmond, Va., Lodge No. 45 builds stronger communities by supporting a local elementary school
posted by NBC12.com on March 19, 2013
Richmond, Va., Lodge No. 45 builds stronger communities by supporting a local elementary school
Clay Center, Kan., Lodge No. 2253 uses ENF Promise Grant to promote acceptance of youth with Down Syndrome
posted by The Clay Center Dispatch on March 19, 2013
Clay Center, Kan., Lodge No. 2253 uses ENF Promise Grant to promote acceptance of youth with Down Syndrome
St. George 'Dixie,' Lodge No. 1743 uses a Freedom Grant to host end-of-life preparation workshop for local veterans
posted by stgnews.com on March 18, 2013
St. George 'Dixie,' Lodge No. 1743 uses a Freedom Grant to host end-of-life preparation workshop for local veterans
Danville, Ill., Lodge No. 332 uses a Freedom Grant to help local homeless veterans
posted by Commercial-News.com on March 18, 2013
Danville, Ill., Lodge No. 332 uses a Freedom Grant to help local homeless veterans
Union City, Ga., Lodge No. 1617 uses an ENF Grant to support a local horse riding program
posted by Times-Herald.com on March 18, 2013
Union City, Ga., Lodge No. 1617 uses an ENF Grant to support a local horse riding program
Osage Community, Mo., Lodge No. 2705 uses ENF Impact Grant to start a program to support local needy children
posted by Osage Community, Mo., Lodge No. 2705 website on March 13, 2013
Osage Community, Mo., Lodge No. 2705 uses ENF Impact Grant to start a program to support local needy children
Elks Hoop Shoot Participant Shoots for Charity
posted by Beaumont, TX Local News on March 7, 2013
ENF-funded Hoop Shoot participant shoots for charity
Mesquite, Nev., Lodge No. 2811 honors outstanding citizens
posted by Mesquite Local News on February 28, 2013
Mesquite, Nev., Lodge No. 2811 honors outstanding citizens
Yorktown, N.Y., Lodge No. 2324 helps deliver hot meals to homebound seniors
posted by Yorktown-Somers Patch on February 21, 2013
Yorktown, N.Y., Lodge No. 2324 helps deliver hot meals to home bound seniors
Vero Beach, Fla., Lodge No. 1774 gets a surprise, in-person thank you from Navy nurse for the cookies sent overseas
posted by TCPalm on February 19, 2013
Navy nurse thanks Vero Beach, Fla., Lodge No. 1774 members in person for cookies
Vero Beach, Fla., Lodge No. 1774 gives community a warm welcome and continues to help others
posted by Luminaries on February 15, 2013
Vero Beach, Fla., Lodge No. 1774 gives community a warm welcome and continues to help others
Fort Morgan, Colo., Lodge No. 1143 celebrates an impressive 30 years of blood drives
posted by The Fort Morgan Times on February 15, 2013
Fort Morgan, Colo., Lodge No. 1143 has been honored for its commitment to hosting blood drives at the Lodge for the past 30 years.
Christian County, Mo., Lodge No. 2777 helps purchase smoke detectors for community members in need
posted by News-Leader.com on February 13, 2013
Christian County, Mo., Lodge No. 2777 helps purchase smoke detectors for community members in need
Stuart-Jensen, Fla., Lodge No. 1870 has been making a difference in the local community for 50 years
posted by Treasure Cost Luminaries on February 11, 2013
Stuart-Jensen, Fla., Lodge No. 1870 has been making a difference in the local community for 50 years
Osage Community, Mo., Lodge No. 2705 provides furniture for domestic violence shelter
posted by Lake News Online on February 7, 2013
Osage Community, Mo., Lodge No. 2705 provides furniture for domestic violence shelter
Coventry-West Greenwich, R.I., Lodge No. 2285 use ENF Beacon Grant to help local veterans
posted by Coventry Patch on February 6, 2013
Coventry-West Greenwich, R.I., Lodge No. 2285 use Beacon Grant to help local veterans
Ottumwa, Iowa, Lodge No. 347 runs a K-9 Clinic for local pets
posted by Ottumwa Courier Online on February 4, 2013
Ottumwa, Iowa, Lodge No. 347 runs a K-9 Clinic for local pets
The Nebraska State Elks Association uses puppets to educate children about bullying
posted by The Ashland Gazette on February 1, 2013
The Nebraska State Elks Association uses puppets to educate children on bullying
Elks at Orange, Calif., Lodge No. 1475 help award winning police dogs
posted by Orange County Register on January 31, 2013
Orange, Calif., Lodge No. 1475 donate to help train award winning police dogs.
Barre, Vt., Lodge No. 1535 an important part of the local community for 86 years
posted by Times-Argus on January 28, 2013
Barre, Vt., Lodge No. 1535 an important part of the local community for 86 years
Canon City, Colo., Lodge No. 610 named City Chamber's Member of the Month
posted by Canon City Daily Record on January 28, 2013
Canon City, Colo., Lodge No. 610 named City Chamber's Member of the Month
With the help of Tom Brazier, Rock Island, Ill., Lodge No. 980 provides care packages for troops overseas
posted by The State Journal-Register on January 28, 2013
With the help of Tom Brazier, Rock Island, Ill., Lodge No. 980 provides care packages for troops overseas
Dexter, Mo., Lodge No. 2439 builds wheelchair ramp for local veteran
posted by The Dexter Daily Statesman on January 22, 2013
Dexter, Mo., Lodge No. 2439 donated materials and labor to build a wheelchair ramp for a local veteran in need.
Lompoc, Calif., Lodge No. 2274 celebrates 50 years of service
posted by Lompoc Record on January 21, 2013
Lompoc, Calif., Lodge No. 2274 recently turned 50 years old.
Corvallis, Ore., Lodge No. 1413's Impact Grant project offers monthly meals and more to those in need
posted by Corvaillis Gazette-Times on January 21, 2013
Corvallis, Ore., Lodge No. 1413 offers monthly brunch for those in need
Hopkins, Minn., Lodge No. 2221 receives an Impact Grant to "team up" for local homeless teens
posted by Sun Sailor on January 17, 2013
The Sun Sailor reports on Hopkins, Minn., Lodge No. 2221's Impact Grant project to reach out to local homeless teens.
Elk at St. Joseph-Benton Harbor, Mich., Lodge No. 541 continues to give back to the community in his father's name
posted by The Herald-Palladium on January 16, 2013
An Elk at St. Joseph-Benton Harbor, Mich., Lodge No. 541 has continually given back to the community that helped his family growing up.
Pasadena, Calif., Lodge No. 672 featured on local news for their good work in the community, and their landmark building.
posted by KTLA5 on January 15, 2013
Elks at Newark, N.J., Lodge No. 1249 spread holiday cheer by visiting veterans at local Canandaigua Medical Center
posted by Wayne Post.com on January 15, 2013
Elks at Newark, N.J., Lodge No. 1249 spread holiday cheer by visiting veterans at local Canandaigua Medical Center
Flemington, N.J., Lodge No. 1928 continues its tradition of visiting veterans in local nursing homes
posted by NJ.com on January 14, 2013
Flemington, N.J., Lodge No. 1928 continues its tradition of visiting veterans in local nursing homes
There’s no slowing down this exalted Elk
posted by New Hampshire Sentinal Source on January 14, 2013
Charity, justice, brotherly love and fidelity. That’s at the core of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. And, as it turns out, the heart of Robert A. Jones.
Resilient Joplin, Mo., Lodge No. 501 reopens its doors, continues strong service to the community
posted by The Joplin Globe on January 11, 2013
Joplin, Mo., Lodge No. 501 opens its doors, continues strong service to the community
Elks at Alliance, Ohio., Lodge No. 467 strive to contribute to local community in a big way
posted by The Alliance Review on January 10, 2013
Elks at Alliance, Ohio., Lodge No. 467 strive to contribute to local community in a big way.
Titusville, Pa., Lodge No. 264 continues to make charitable donations to the community
posted by The Titusville Herald on January 8, 2013
Titusville, Pa., Lodge No. 264 busy making charitable donations to the community
Osage Community, Mo., Lodge No. 2705 is busy helping veterans, youth and those in need
posted by Lake Expo.com on January 5, 2013
Elks at Osage Community, Mo., Lodge No. 2705 helps veterans with their deer hide program and donates time and money to local organizations that feed the needy.
Hoboken, N.J., Lodge No. 74 transforms into a 24-hour art studio to support Hurricane Sandy relief
posted by nj.com on January 4, 2013
Hoboken, N.J., Lodge No. 74 brings in local artists to help those affected by Hurricane Sandy
Dover, N.H., Lodge No. 184 named the Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce 2012 non-profit of the year
posted by Foster's Daily Democrat.com on January 4, 2013
Dover, N.H., Lodge No. 184 was honored this past week as the 2012 non-profit of the year by the Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce
Elks at Valparaiso, Ind., Lodge No. 500 team up with local high schoolers to spread Christmas cheer
posted by Valpo Community.com on December 31, 2012
Valparaiso, Ind., Lodge No. 500, along with a group of local high schoolers, pass out Christmas gifts to veterans.
Port Jervis, N.Y., Lodge No. 645's Christmas eve party a hit with local kids in need
posted by Times-Herald Records Online on December 28, 2012
Port Jervis, N.Y., Lodge No. 645's Christmas eve party a hit with local kids in need
Elks at Presque Isle, Maine., Lodge No. 1954 work hard to accommodate big crowds at their annual Christmas dinner
posted by WAGMTV.com on December 27, 2012
Presque Isle, Maine., Lodge No. 1954 have a large community Christmas dinner.
Nashua, N.H., Lodge No. 720 uses ENF Impact Grant to ensure patrons of local soup kitchen have a very special Christmas
posted by The Telegraph on December 27, 2012
Using a portion of their ENF Impact Grant, Nashua, N.H., Lodge No. 720 serve meals on Christmas to local patrons of a soup kitchen.
Laramie, Wyo., Lodge No. 582 gets in the Christmas spirit with their annual community dinner
posted by Laramie Boomerang on December 27, 2012
Elks at Laramie, Wyo., Lodge No. 582 spend Christmas Eve serving dinner to the community.
Ashland, Ky., Lodge No. 350 volunteers proud to serve community on Christmas
posted by The Independent on December 27, 2012
Ashland, Ky., Lodge No. 350 served over one thousand meals on Christmas for the 40th consecutive year.
Waterville, Maine., Lodge No. 905 serves up three-quarters of a ton of food at annual Central Maine Family Christmas Dinner
posted by Morning Sentinel on December 26, 2012
Waterville, Maine., Lodge No. 905 serves up three-quarters of a ton of food at annual Central Maine Family Christmas Dinner
Madisonville, Ky., Lodge No. 738 marks over thirty years of giving through Christmas basket program
posted by Surfky.com News on December 26, 2012
Madisonville, Ky., Lodge No. 738 has been packing up and delivering Christmas baskets to those in need for over 30 years.
Plymouth, Mich., Lodge No. 1780 and ENF Gratitude Grant provide Christmas care packages to 850 veterans
posted by Observer and Eccentric on December 24, 2012
Plymouth, Mich., Lodge No. 1780 and ENF Gratitude Grant provide Christmas care packages to 850 veterans
274 families have a very merry Christmas thanks to Joplin, Mo., Lodge No. 501
posted by Four States Home Page on December 24, 2012
Joplin, Mo., Lodge No. 501 give 274 families a merry Christmas
Wausau, Wis., Lodge No. 248, with the help of six Santas, provides gifts to 35 community families
posted by WAOW on December 24, 2012
Wausau, Wis., Lodge No. 248, with the help of six Santas, provides gifts to 35 community families
Elks at Thousand Oaks, Calif., Lodge No. 2477 deliever Christmas joy to families in need
posted by Ventura County Star on December 21, 2012
Thousand Oaks, Calif., Lodge No. 2477 delievers Christmas joy to families in need
Winter Haven, Fla., Lodge No. 1672 among the community groups lending a holiday hand to those in need
posted by Time Out Central Florida on December 20, 2012
Winter Haven, Fla., Lodge No. 1672 among the community groups lending a holiday hand to those in need
Elks at Highland, Ark., Lodge No. 2539 serve as elves during holiday visit to veterans at local nursing homes
posted by Area Wide News on December 20, 2012
Elks at Highland, Ark., Lodge No. 2539 visited veterans at local nursing homes this holiday season
Louisiana, Mo., Lodge No. 791 takes 425 families in need shopping for Christmas
posted by KHQA on December 18, 2012
Louisiana, Mo., Lodge No. 791 continues it's holiday tradition by taking 425 families in need shopping for Christmas
East Stroudsburg, Pa., Lodge No. 319 uses ENF Promise Grant to throw back-to-school bash for youth.
posted by Pocono Record on December 14, 2012
Perryville, Mo., Lodge No. 2701 uses an ENF Promise Grant to throw a drug-awareness party for teens.
posted by The Perryville Republic Monitor on December 14, 2012
St. George 'Dixie', Utah, Lodge No. 1743 prepares to be featured in national film about the Elks.
posted by St. George News on December 13, 2012
Read the article about the Lodge, and then visit the ENF webpage for more information about the film.
East Stroudsburg, Pa., Lodge No. 319 holds back-to-school bash with an ENF Promise Grant
posted by Pocono Record on December 13, 2012
East Stroudsburg, Pa., Lodge No. 319 used an ENF Promise Grant to run a back-to-school bash for local kids.
Community member thanks the Elks at Auburn, Calif., Lodge No. 1691 for their commitment to area elementary school
posted by Auburn Journal on December 12, 2012
In a letter to the editor, local praises Auburn, Calif., Lodge No. 1691 for their generosity towards area youth
Beaver Dam, Wis., Lodge No. 1540 continues its 61 year tradition of feeding those in need during the Christmas season
posted by Beaver Dam Daily Citizen on December 12, 2012
Beaver Dam, Wis., Lodge No. 1540 continues its 61 year tradition of feeding those in need during the holidays
Elks at Vernal, Utah., Lodge No. 2375 host veterans for Christmas
posted by Vernal Express.com on December 12, 2012
Vernal, Utah., Lodge No. 2375 host veterans for Christmas at the Lodge
Sturgis, Mich., Lodge No. 1381 holds annual "Boots and Shoes" event for local kids
posted by Sturgis Journal on December 10, 2012
Sturgis, Mich., Lodge No. 1381 holds annual "Boots and Shoes" event for local kids
Golden, Colo., Lodge No. 2740 spreads the word about words.
posted by The Golden Transcript on December 6, 2012
Catalina Mountain, Ariz., Lodge No. 2815 takes youth in need on a Christmas shopping spree
posted by Arizona Daily Star on December 4, 2012
Using an ENF Promise Grant, Catalina Mountain, Ariz., Lodge No. 2815 takes youth in need on a Christmas shopping spree
Newport, Vt., Lodge No. 2155 provides Thanksgiving dinner to over 500 community members
posted by The Caledonian Record on November 29, 2012
Newport, Vt., Lodge No. 2155 provides Thanksgiving dinner to over 500 community members using the Beacon Grant.
Bitterroot Valley, Mont., Lodge No. 1651 to use Promise Grant for Christmas celebration with children in need
posted by Revalli Republic on December 3, 2012
Bitterroot Valley, Mont., Lodge No. 1651 to use Promise Grant for Christmas celebration with children in need
Newport, Ky., Lodge No. 273 provides dinner for veterans at local VA hospital
posted by Cincinnati.com on November 30, 2012
Elks at Newport, Ky., Lodge No. 273 provided a turkey feast for local veterans at Fort Thomas VA Hospital
High school senior thankful for her volunteer experience at Payson, Ariz., Lodge No. 2154
posted by Payson Roundup on November 28, 2012
A local high school senior goes into detail about why she loves to volunteer her time at the local Elks Lodge in this letter to the editor.
Moscow, Idaho., Lodge No. 249 serves up a heartwarming Thanksgiving feast
posted by KLEWTV on November 26, 2012
Moscow, Idaho., Lodge No. 249 used an ENF Beacon Grant to hold a Thanksgiving dinner for 150 community members from all walks of life.
Augusta, Maine., Lodge No. 964 plays instrumental role in hosting Maine Homeless Veterans Stand Down
posted by Kennebec Journal on November 26, 2012
Augusta, Maine, Lodge No. 964 plays instrumental role in hosting a Stand Down for veterans
Despite Hurricane Sandy, Greater Wildwood, N.J., Lodge No. 1896 able to continue Thanksgiving basket program
posted by Cape May County Herald on November 20, 2012
Despite Hurricane Sandy, Greater Wildwood, N.J., Lodge No. 1896 able to continue Thanksgiving basket program
Thousand Oaks, Calif., Lodge No. 2477 honor local veterans at brunch
posted by Ventura County Star on November 19, 2012
Thousand Oaks, Calif., Lodge No. 2477 honor local veterans at brunch
Osage Community, Mo., Lodge No. 2705 ready to help students with "School 1st Responder Program"
posted by Lake Expo on November 19, 2012
Osage Community, Mo., Lodge No. 2705 was awarded an ENF Impact Grant for $10,000 to start their "School 1st Responder Program."
Petaluma, Calif., Lodge No. 901 gives back to local veterans through a number of programs
posted by Press Democrat on November 18, 2012
Petaluma, Calif., Lodge No. 901 has a number of veterans programs to help out local veterans.
Roanoke, Va., Lodge No. 197 partners with local students to fill food boxes for the needy
posted by WSLS 10 on November 15, 2012
Roanoke, Va., Lodge No. 197 partners with local students to fill food boxes for the needy just in time for Thanksgiving.
Reno, Nev., Lodge No. 597 raises funds for Veterans
posted by Nevada Appeal on November 15, 2012
Reno, Nev., Lodge No. 597 raises over $22,000 for local organizations serving Veterans
Corvallis, Ore., Lodge No. 1413 is at their best using the Promise Grant
posted by Corvallis Gazette-Times on November 13, 2012
Corvallis, Ore., Lodge No. 1413 has three youth events planned for the community using their ENF Promise Grant
Lodi, Calif., Lodge No. 1900 host drug awareness booth
posted by Lodi News-Sentinel on November 8, 2012
Lodi, Calif., Lodge No. 1900 host drug awareness booth and pass out drug awareness material to 180 students.
Hendersonville, N.C., Lodge No. 1616 salutes all veterans
posted by Blue Ridge Times-News Online on November 5, 2012
Hendersonville, N.C., Lodge No. 1616 salutes all veterans through a dinner for veterans in local VA hospital.
Newport, Ky., Lodge No. 273 is an Elks family that gives back
posted by Cinncinnati.com on November 5, 2012
Elks at Newport, Ky., Lodge No. 273 and their programs for youth and veterans are featured in this article.
Hoboken, N.J., Lodge No. 74 provides thousands of hot meals to those affected by Hurricane Sandy
posted by Hoboken Patch on November 5, 2012
Hoboken, N.J., Lodge No. 74 provides thousands of hot meals to those affected by Hurricane Sandy. Gov. Chris Christie, Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano and Hoboken Mayor Dawn Zimmer toured the Lodge.
Elks at Newark, N.Y., Lodge No. 1249 team up with Sparks the Fire Dog to teach kids about fire safety
posted by Wayne Post on October 30, 2012
Sparks the Fire Dog came to Newark, N.Y., Lodge No. 1249 to educate kids on fire safety.
Sweet Home, Ore., Lodge No. 1972 holds "Elks Care, Elks Share Back-to-School Fair"
posted by The New Era on October 3, 2012
Elks at Sweet Home, Ore., Lodge No. 1972 held a back to school fair for local kids and teachers where they were able to win needed school supplies.
East Liverpool, Ohio., Lodge No. 258 to host smoke detector giveaway for National Fire Prevention Month
posted by The Review on October 24, 2012
Elks at East Liverpool, Ohio., Lodge No. 258 to host smoke detector giveaway for National Fire Prevention Month.
Postdam, N.Y., Lodge No. 2074 receives "Commitment to Community" Award
posted by North Country Now on October 19, 2012
The Postdam Chamber of Commerce named Postdam, N.Y., Lodge No. 2074 their 2012 Commitment to Community Award recipient.
Gaylord Area, Mich., Lodge No. 2544 draws many to Lodge with programs for veterans
posted by Gaylord Herald Times on October 12, 2012
Elks at Gaylord Area, Mich., Lodge No. 2544 draw many to Lodge with programs for veterans in need
Kearney, Nebr., Lodge No. 984 uses Beacon and Promise Grants to run Red Ribbon Week activities
posted by Kearney Hub on October 17, 2012
Elks at Kearney, Nebr., Lodge No. 984 will use their Beacon and Promise Grants combined to run upcoming Red Ribbon Week activities at local schools.
Hamden, Conn., Lodge No. 2224 uses its Gratitude Grant to serve veterans and feed the hungry.
posted by Post-Chronicle on October 4, 2012
Sussex, N.J., Lodge No. 2288 runs family friendly program for kids with special needs
posted by The Advertiser News on September 10, 2012
Sussex, N.J., Lodge No. 2288 runs family friendly program for kids with special needs
Elks at Hamden, Conn., Lodge No. 2224 fill grocery carts for local food pantry
posted by Hamden Patch on September 5, 2012
Hamden, Conn., Lodge No. 2224 use an ENF Gratitude Grant to help those less fortunate in their community.
Elks at Keeseville, N.Y., Lodge No. 2072 provide safe, fun family outings for the community.
posted by Press Republican on September 5, 2012
Elks at Loveland, Colo., Lodge No. 1051 hold blood drive to help those in crisis, remember Sept. 11.
posted by Reporter Herald on September 4, 2012
Elks at Sahurita, Ariz., Lodge No. 2851 help babies in need through "Ginger's Challenge"
posted by Sahurita Sun on August 8, 2012
Elks at Lodge No. 2851 have helped a local food bank collect diapers, clothes and baby food for families in need through "Ginger's Challenge," a baby shower themed supply drive.
Elks at Tahoe-Douglas, Nev., Lodge No. 2670 partner up to fight hunger.
posted by Tahoe Daily Tribune on August 10, 2012
Elks in Sandpoint, Idaho, find success with a youth golf program
posted by Bonner County Daily Bee on August 8, 2012
Sandpoint, Idaho., Lodge No. 1376 used an Impact Grant to start a "Hook-a-Kid on Golf" program.
St. George 'Dixie,' UT., Lodge No. 1743 plans to offer free vision screening for area children
posted by KCSG TV on August 6, 2012
Elks in St. George, UT are planning to use their ENF Promise Grant to provide free vision screenings for kids this coming September.
Linton, Ind., Lodge No. 866 uses Impact Grant to provide handicap accessible playground equipment
posted by Greene County Daily World on August 6, 2012
Elks in Linton, Ind., used their Impact Grant to break ground on new handicap accessible playground equipment for a local park.
Elks at Lynchburg, Va., Lodge No. 321 make a local child's wish come true.
posted by WSET-TV ABC 13 on July 26, 2012
Lodge No. 321 in Lynchburg, Va., used their Gratitude Grant to make a local little boy's wish come true. Thanks to the Elks, James will have the opportunity to go to Disney World.
Hillsdale, Mich., Lodge No. 1575 ensures children have a safe crib to sleep in.
posted by Hillsdale Daily News on July 26, 2012
Elks in Hillsdale, Mich., used an Elks National Foundation grant to provide 14 new cribs to the Hillsdale Community Action Agency.
Poway, Calif., Lodge No. 2543 uses Beacon Grant to start monthly dinners for kids.
posted by Pomerado News on July 27, 2012
Elks in Poway, Calif., are planning to use their 2012-2013 Beacon Grant to start a monthly after-school dinner for area students.
Elks at Oakmont, Penn., Lodge No. 1668 illuminate cemetery's American flag.
posted by Plum-Oakmont Patch on July 20, 2012
Lodge No. 1668 use Gratitude Grant to install new lighting system to ensure the spotlight in on cemetery's American flag during the evening hours.
Elks at Christian County, Mo., Lodge No. 2777 make sure kids start the school year off right.
posted by Springfield News-Leader on July 18, 2012
Using their ENF 2012-2013 Promise Grant and Beacon Grant together, Elks from Lodge No. 2777 plan on helping local elementary school students get the supplies they need for the upcoming school year.
Elks at Winfield, Kans., Lodge no. 732 give back to their community.
posted by The Winfield Daily Courier on July 17, 2012
Elks at Irving, Tex., Lodge No. 2334 mentor students in a literacy program.
posted by Irving Rambler on July 17, 2012
Elks use an ENF Impact Grant to mentor local students, help them improve their literacy, and teach them learn to love reading.
Elks at Santa Barbara, Calif., Lodge No. 613 lend a hand to veterans support group.
posted by Noozhawk on July 17, 2012
Elks use their ENF Impact Grant to support veterans and lend a hand to other veterans support groups.
Elks in Naugatuck, Conn., lend a helping hand to local seniors
posted by RepublicanAmerican on July 14, 2012
With the help of an Elks National Foundation Impact Grant, Lodge No. 967 has become the group to call on for seniors who need help with minor household chores and repairs.
Edgewater-New Smyrna Beach, Fla., Lodge No. 1557 builds community garden to help feed the hungry.
posted by Daytona Beach News Journal on July 6, 2012
Elks used an Elks National Foundation Impact Grant to fight hunger with a community garden.
Livermore-Pleasanton, Calif., Lodge No. 2117 brings community together for Flag Day ceremony.
posted by The Independent on June 22, 2012
Elks honor the flag and its history with a Flag Day ceremony, carrying on a 54 year-old tradition at the Lodge.
Bradenton, Fla., Lodge No. 1511 fights hunger by providing children in need with food over the weekend.
posted by ABC News on June 20, 2012
Elks use an Impact Grant to run the Elks Feeding Empty Little Tummies Project. The project helps to serve thousands of children in the community.
Oswego, N.Y., Lodge No. 271 helps animals in need
posted by Oswego County Today on June 20, 2012
Elks used a Gratitude Grant to help the local animal shelter match pets with families.
Everett, Wash., Lodge No. 479's ELL Pen Pals celebrate literary success
posted by North County Outlook on June 4, 2012
Staci Tuck, the Marysville School District's Pen Pal coordinator, welcomed dozens of elementary students, their teachers and mentors for a special afternoon celebrating the literacy program's success.
Watertown, N.Y., Lodge No. 496 celebrates local soldiers.
posted May 14, 2012
Lexington, Mass., Lodge No. 2204 helps install free smoke alarms.
posted May 14, 2012
Ballard, Wash., Lodge No. 827 is having a good time for the betterment of the community.
posted by Ballard News Tribune on May 14, 2012
Elks in Fond du Lac, Wisc., run art program that helps at-risk teens
posted by Action Publications on April 23, 2012
Elks in West Palm Beach, Fla., Build a Vegetable Garden to Feed People in Need
posted by The Palm Beach Post on April 18, 2012
Elks in Murrells Inlet, S.C., spread patriotism.
posted by Georgetown Times on April 11, 2012
Elks Lodge No. 2797 makes sure American flags are waving proudly on national holidays.
Elks in La Junta, Colo., help build community center
posted by La Junta Tribune Democrat on April 11, 2012
Elks Lodge No. 701 used its Gratitude Grant to contribute to the building fund for a new community center.
Sandpoint, Idaho, Elks driving forward with Youth Golf Program
posted by Bonner County Daily Bee on March 23, 2012
Elks Offer Help and Hope to Youth, Veterans and Community
posted by Indian Country Today on March 22, 2012
Missouri Elks Association brings Bigg Milt Back to Motivate Students
posted by The Lake Today on March 15, 2012
Grant helps Nashua, NH, Lodge No. 720 Support Local Soup Kitchen
posted by Telegraph on March 8, 2012
Members of the Nashua Lodge use their Elks National Foundation Impact Grant to serve their community.
Ocala, Fla., Lodge No. 286 Helps Local Military Families
posted by Ocala.com on March 1, 2012
Lexington, NC, Lodge No. 2527 Helps Local Food Pantry
posted by The-Dispatch on February 28, 2012
The Lexington Elks Lodge 2527 delivered $2,100 worth of food as part of its "2012 Help Our Community" project.
Potsdam, NY, Lodge No. 2074 Spearheads Candy Drive for Returning Soldiers
posted by WWNYTV.com on February 23, 2012
The Potsdam Lodge is spearheading a candy bar drive to meet the USO's need, which is 3,500 candy bars by the end of the month.
Elks Lodges are Hot Again in Seattle
posted by The Seattle Times on February 22, 2012
Scores of 20- and 30-somethings are flocking to two Elks lodges in Seattle, drawn by a stunning view and the chance to give back to the community.
Sussex, NJ, Elks Lodge No. 2288 and Students Join Forces to Help Veterans
posted by The Township Journal on February 16, 2012
A chance reading of a newspaper article led to a beneficial collaboration between Sussex Elks Lodge No. 2288 and the Newton High School Agriculture Department.
McAllen, TX, Lodge No. 1402 Honors Local Police Drug Unit
posted by The Monitor on February 16, 2012
Elks selected the McAllen Special Investigations Unit as one of the entities in the country that most represented the ideals of Enrique Camarena.
Sebastian, FL, Lodge No. 2714 Honored with Flag from Troops
posted by TCPalm on February 15, 2012
The Lodge received a flag from the frontlines of Afghanistan.
Potsdam Elks Lodge Holding Candy Bar Drive for Returning Soldiers
posted by North Country Now on January 9, 2012
Potsdam Elks Lodge #2074 is conducting a Candy Bar Drive through the month of February. The candy bars collected will be donated to the Fort Drum USO.
Mesquite, NV, Lodge No. 2811 is Recognized for Service to Veterans
posted by Mesquite Citizen Journal on February 6, 2012
The Mesquite Elks were honored for their dedication to local veterans.
Mesquite, TX, Lodge No. 2404 Honors Family Killed in Crash
posted by NBCDFW News on February 6, 2012
The Mesquite Lodge is going to honor Leah and James Eason with two scholarships in their name.
Mountain Home Elks Lodge Receives Three Grants
posted by Baxter Bulletin on February 3, 2012
Using an Elks National Foundation grant, Project Manager Patty Underwood will partner with local merchants to support the Food Basket of Mountain Home, which works to support families with children to see that children receive help in fulfilling their nutritional needs.
Elks and Emblem Clubs Represent Service to Community
posted by Coventry Patch on January 2, 2012
The Coventry-West Greenwich Elks Club #2285 located at 42 Nooseneck Hill Rd., West Greenwich is trying to keep up with a myriad of societal and cultural changes since its inception in 1963.
Elks Use Grant to Provide Food for Crisis Center Residents
posted by Tahoe Daily Tribune on February 2, 2012
Tahoe/ Douglas, Nev., Elks Lodge No. 2670 provides food for women and children at a domestic violence shelter in the community.
Elks celebrate legacy, work to stoke membership
posted by Sun Journal on January 31, 2012
New Bern, N.C. Lodge No. 764 celebrates its 110th anniversary this year and the 341-member community-oriented group hopes to celebrate many more birthdays.
Woonsocket Elks are a Force for Good in the Community
posted by The Woonsocket Call on January 30, 2012
Read about how the 109-year-old Woonsocket Elks Lodge No. 850 is one of the most active Lodges in Rhode Island.
Sussex Elks honoring WWII Vets with Free Trip
posted by The Township Journal on January 30, 2012
Sussex Elks Lodge #2288 is offering an all-expenses paid outing for WWII veterans to the New Jersey WWII Memorial in Trenton.
Students Compete in Elks Local Hoop Shoot
posted by Redland Daily Facts on January 24, 2012
Two local shooters representing Redlands Elks Lodge No. 583 recently competed at the Southern California Elks Hoop Shoot competition.
Elks to Host Annual Fish Fry Benefit
posted by Katy Times on January 25, 2012
As a part of its fundraising efforts, the committee sponsors a fish fry each year with the current year’s event scheduled for next Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Katy Elks Lodge located at 1050 Katy Fort Bend Road.
One Man’s Vision: Turn Elks Building into Arts Center
posted by The Beacon News on January 25, 2012
A well-known local Realtor and lawyer is proposing turning the historic downtown Elks Club (Former Lodge #705) building into an arts and cultural center.
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