Cutting Costs and Increasing Support with the CIP Oct 14, 2025

Housing costs are increasing in much of the country, forcing some to choose between paying their rent and purchasing essential goods like food and clothing. CIP grants can be used to support people experiencing housing insecurity--check out a few examples of Elks Lodges that do just that.

Saying "So Long" to Solitude with CIP Grants Sep 18, 2025

With loneliness and isolation on the rise across the country, Elks use CIP grants to ensure that all their neighbors enjoy the benefits of camaraderie and social connection.

20 Years of the CIP: How Elks Are Feeding America Aug 14, 2025

For 20 years, the Community Investments Program has empowered Lodges to meet their neighbors’ most urgent needs—and today, that means tackling the growing challenge of food insecurity head-on.

2025-26 CIP Grant Seminar Slides and Script Jul 15, 2025

Missed the seminar at the Elks National Convention in Kansas City? No problem! We’ve posted PDFs of the full slide deck and script from this year’s CIP Grant Seminar, which covered everything from 2025–26 grant updates to highlights from 20 years of impact through the Community Investments Program.

Enjoying the Outdoors with CIP Grants Jun 18, 2025

June is National Great Outdoors Month--start the celebration by reading how three Elks Lodges use their CIP grants to bring the wonders and health benefits of nature to their communities.

2025 Impact Grant Renewals Apr 1, 2025

View More News Fifty Lodges will receive a 2025 Impact Grant to make a meaningful and significant difference in their community through an Elks-run charitable project. Click on the Lodges below to read about their Impact Grant Renewal applications through the CIP Grant History tool.