Bonuses

Every Lodge that met the GER's per-member-giving goal in the prior fiscal year is eligible for a $2,000 grant. However, Lodges can receive up to three $500 bonuses dependent on achievements from the prior fiscal year.

Membership Support Bonus: Lodges in which more than 15 percent of members donated at least $10 to the ENF in the 2022-23 fiscal year will be eligible for a $500 bonus. Track your Lodge’s membership support through the ENF Membership Support Report.

Fidelity Club Bonus: Lodges in which 5 percent of the prior year’s donors were members of the Fidelity Club, the ENF’s sustaining giving program, will receive a $500 bonus. Check out the Fidelity Club Goal Progress Report to track progress toward the goal and the Fidelity Club honor roll to see who is a member of the club.

Chair Challenge Bonus: This opportunity specifically recognizes Lodges that have strong, broad-based fundraising programs. Lodges that attain a score of 550 points or higher in the 2022-23 Chair Challenge will be eligible for a $500 bonus. Visit the Chair Challenge Guidelines to learn more and to check your Lodge's current score.

Donate to the Elks National Foundation: Elks may donate to the Elks National Foundation online here.

Please note: If at the close of the fiscal year on March 31 a Lodge reaches the goals to qualify for one or more of the Gratitude Grant bonuses, the bonus amount may not be reflected when applications open on April 1. If the Lodge anticipates it will qualify for one or more of the Gratitude Grant bonuses, please wait to apply until the prior fiscal year has officially closed, usually in mid-May.