Ballard(Seattle), WA 0827

The Bugle Calls

2019 Memorial Day presentation by our Boy Scout Troop 827 - the bugle call

Memorial Day Presentation

2019 Memorial Day performance at the Crown Hill Cemetery by the Ballard Scout Troop 827.

Memorial Day Presentation at the Lodge

2019 Memorial Day presentation at the Ballard Elks Lodge by our Scout troop 827

ENF Grants

Ballard Elks use ENF Grants to reach out to the community. Rick Gathen speaks with Ballard ENF grant writer Marty Paulson

WSEA Pres. Fry on Membership

Washington Elks President John Fry speaks with Rick Gathen recently about the membership gains they

Public Relations Matter

Rick sits down with local member of the Ballard Elks Lodge to discuss some of their PR and media outreach efforts.

Membership & Lodge Secretaries

Longtime Ballard Elks Lodge Secretary Lois Morgensen speaks with Rick Gathen.

Volunteers Matter

Rick Gathen discusses volunteerism with a member of the Ballard Elks Lodge and it’s easy to see the passion she has for giving back to her local community. An interview with our September Elk of the Month Lydia Evans!

Success of New Event Ideas

BINGO! Rick Gathen visited with volunteers who’ve helped create a unique and interesting way to draw new members to the Ballard Elks Lodge. Take a few minutes to hear about what they’ve done to hit the jackpot on growth! April Schoen sharing how the Friday Night Bingo makes it fun for members, brings in money for charity and because of the fun brings in new members!

The Ballard Elks Paddling Club

The Ballard Elks Lodge Paddle Club adds balance to their membership efforts and provides a unique opportunity to take membership to a whole new level. Our lodges recognized organization shares their experience and fun through Doc Doolittle! Thank you Rob Casey and all the Paddling Club officers and members for doing what you do! Elks first, promoting our lodge through our recognized organization having fun!

New Member involvment and pride

One of the things we consistently heard throughout our visit was the pride that new members felt to become a part of the Ballard Elks Lodge. The second was the fun they had as guests or family members visiting. Building pride in membership through the good works they do and having lots of fun while they do it - a winning combination. Tasha, Mary Lynn and Jill talk about fun, membership and volunteering

Girl Scouts & the Ballard Elks

The Ballard Elks Lodge has a strong history of working with scouting programs in the local community. Rick Gathen talks with one of the Ballard Elks Lodge Girl Scout volunteers. Robin Haley talks about our Girl Scout troops impact on our lodge and community.

Keeping Members Engaged at Ballard

Rick Gathen sits down with the Exalted Ruler of the Ballard Elks Lodge, Nestor Tamayao, to discuss some of the things they are doing to help keep new members engaged and encourage continued growth in membership.

Results of Empowering Members

Navigating membership with the Ballard Elks Lodge begins with understanding that every member matters! Past Exalted Rulers Grims Gislason & Ben Braden talk about change and empowering members.

Elks Visit Pacific Fisherman & Tour the Northwestern

Video from the morning visit to Pacific Fisherman and tour of the Northwestern followed by watching them go through the locks with Grand Lodge membership and marketing manager Rick Gathen on September 25th, 2018

Boy Scouts & the Ballard Elks

The Ballard Elks Lodge is once again on the trail to successful membership growth! Rick Gathen talks with several boy scout leaders about how they have integrated the scouting program into the activities at the Lodge.