All Trails Lead to Austin

The 2024 Elks National Convention in Austin is quickly approaching, and we're putting on our cowboy boots and saddling up! Check out the exciting events and presentations planned for you. Here are some highlights:

ENF at the Opening Ceremonies

Don’t miss the Foundation’s presentation during Sunday’s Opening Ceremonies!

Sunday, June 30 | 4 p.m. Austin Convention Center

The Future Looks Bright: Meet the Elks Scholars

Elks scholars will be at the Convention Center to talk to the people who have helped make their scholarships possible. Be sure to say hello to these outstanding members of the #ElksFamily.

Sunday, June 30 Austin Convention Center

Standing in the Hall of Fame: Meet the Elks Hoop Shoot Getty Powell Winners

The 2024 National Finals highest scoring boy and girl overall, along with their families, will be onsite at the Convention Center to meet and greet adoring fans. Be sure to say hello to the best youth free-throw shooters in America!

Sunday, June 30 Austin Convention Center

Spotlight on Service!

Throughout the weekend, the Elks National Foundation will be is hosting a Spotlight Grant Drive. We’re asking Convention attendees to bring a pack of new socks for veterans experiencing homelessness or a new or gently used children’s book to promote literacy. Your Lodge will then be entered into a raffle for a BONUS CIP grant!

To enter the raffle, you must donate your item at the ENF booth during Convention. However, anyone attending can participate—even guests! The socks and books will be donated to local organizations in the Austin area. Donations can be dropped off at the ENF booth in the Exhibit Hall on Saturday and Sunday.

Seminars and Learning Opportunities

When planning your schedule for the 2024 Elks National Convention in Austin, don’t miss the following Elks National Foundation sessions. Seating is limited for all of our seminars, and admission is on a first-come, first-served basis. Doors open 30 minutes before seminars begin. For more information, email enf@elks.org or call 773/755-4728.

Elks Hoop Shoot: Unleashing Gritty Kids

Catch the tip-off for the upcoming Hoop Shoot season and learn how you can help unleash gritty kids.

Monday, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the Austin Convention Center – Ballroom B

ENF Fundraising Chairs: Engaging and Retaining Donors

This session will demonstrate the importance of engaging donors along with a guide to do so in your Lodge. Though the content for this seminar is designed for ENF Fundraising Chairs, all are welcome to attend.

Monday, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the Austin Convention Center – Ballroom C

Community Investments Program: #ElksAlwaysCare

This session will be an opportunity to learn more about the 2024-25 Lodge grants, including best practices for grant use.

Monday, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Austin Convention Center – Ballroom B

Rooms are subject to change. Please check back to this page for updates. See you in Austin!