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A Mark on My Heart: Elks Scholars in Philadelphia
From March 7 to 11, eight Elks scholars traveled to Philadelphia for the Spring Elks Scholar Service Trip. The scholars had diverse backgrounds, with some coming from towns of less than a few thousand people and others coming from some of the biggest cities in the country. Though the scholars had very different upbringings, they were able to see the beauty in their differences—while finding plenty of similarities.

Elks Scholar Service Trips: A Commitment to Community
In January, the first Elks Scholar Service Trip of 2024 was held in Phoenix. Led by Elks Scholar Fellow Libby Willkomm, the trip was the embodiment of what it means to be an Elks scholar.

SAButations to the SAB
We're excited to welcome five new members to the Elks Scholar Advisory Board! These Elks scholars demonstrate the tenets of Elkdom through service to their communities, and they are eager to help bring together the #ElksFamily. Read more about them here!

Weigel Winners: Finding the "Why"
Some high school seniors head to college with their major in mind and their life planned out ahead of them, and others hope to find their passion by trying new things. But, all students are looking to find and maintain their “why,” the meaning to their goals. The Gunther and Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship is for those Elks scholars who found their “why” in pursuing a career in medicine.

Erika Barger: Alum of the Year
Congratulations to the 2023 Elks Scholar Alum of the Year, 2006 Legacy Awards recipient Erika Barger!

wELKome the new SAB members!
Meet the newest members of the Elks Scholar Advisory Board! From California to New York and all the places in between, these changemakers have building stronger communities in their bones, and they are eager to work together strengthening the #ElksFamily into the new year.

Seizing Every Opportunity
2019 MVS scholar Kat Nakamura reflects on her time as president of the Elks Scholar Advisory Board, recounting meetings and service trips and the growth that she experienced as part of the #ElksFamily. Read how she seized every opportunity here.

2023 MVS Leadership Weekend: Service-Minded, Elk-Bonded
For the first time since 2019, the Top 20 Most Valuable Student scholars gathered in person to get to know one another, as well as current Elks scholars and alums; interview for the top awards of $50,000, $40,000 and $30,000; and learn about their new #ElksFamily.

MVS Scholars Put in the Work
For the first time since 2019, the Top 20 MVS scholars came to the Windy City for an in-person Leadership Weekend, where they interviewed for the top awards and got to know their #ElksFamily. We are proud to announce the top winners: Diya Jha, sponsored by Frederick, Md., Lodge No. 684, and Agam Igwe, sponsored by Towson, Md., Lodge No. 469.

Service & Sunshine in Florida
Twenty-one Elks scholars went to Tampa for the Winter Elks Scholar Service Trip to serve alongside Elks. They sorted clothes, served in a food kitchen, and helped clean up debris from Hurricane Ian. Read about the experience in this blog post from 2019 Most Valuable Student scholar Aditi V. Patel.

Read about Aditi's time serving in the name of the Elks and what she learned.

All are Welcome in the #ElksFamily

Season of Service: Elks Scholars Serve in Chicago and Seattle
Whether serving within their local communities through an Elks Scholar Service Grant or attending an Elks Scholar Service Trip, Elks scholars value and prioritize, ahem, service. In March and May, scholars traveled to Chicago and Seattle to serve in the name of the Elks. Read about the trips here.

Teach for the Stars
We're proud to announce the 2022 Top Most Valuable Student Scholarship winners. Meet Kaden and Breana here!

Finding a Place in the #ElksFamily
2018 MVS scholar Aleah Hahn has found her place in the Elks family through Elks Scholar Service Trips. In 2018, she attended the 150 for 150 service trip in San Antonio, and this March, she made her way to Chicago for another one. Though the trips were different in size and place, they shared a few things in common: connection, service and a new experience.

Read about Aleah's time serving in the name of the Elks and what she learned.

Scholar Service Grants are Open!
This year, the Elks National Foundation will award 12 Service Grants to current Elks scholars. Grant applications for 2022 opened in January and close on February 22. This year's theme is "For the Kids." Winners will be announced by the end of February.

Learn more and apply.

Where has the SAB Bean?
Earlier this month, eight Scholar Advisory Board members met in person for the first time in two years. The energy in the Chicago board room was unmistakable—our fearless SAB members are ready to take Elks scholar engagement to the next level. Read a recap of our meeting on the Elks National Foundation Blog, and learn more about the Scholar Advisory Board here.

2022 MVS Contest
The 2022 Most Valuable Student scholarship application opened on August 2 and closed November 15. The 500 four-year scholarships are awarded based on academics, service, leadership and financial need. The ENF will announce the winners in late March.

2022 Legacy Awards Contest
The 2022 Legacy Awards contest launched on September 1, 2021. Legacy Awards are $4,000 scholarships for high school seniors who are the children and/or grandchildren of dues-paying Elks.

An At-Large Addition to the Elks Family
Our newest At-Large Scholar Advisory Board member, Nishitha Karumuri, is a 2019 MVS scholar and an avid Elks scholar virtual event participant.

Welcome New Freshmen to the SAB
The ENF Scholar Advisory Board added two new freshmen faces. We are pleased to announce that MVS scholar Jed Quiaoit and Legacy Awards scholar Corey Lallo are our newest SAB members.

A True Champion of the Order
We are pleased to announce our 2021 Elks Scholar Alum of the Year, Jay Little Cunningham.

Servin' in Santa Monica
Check out a recap of our summer service trip in Santa Monica!

Medical School Stars
We are proud to announce the recipients of the 2021 Gunther and Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship—Adam Tucker, Derek Riffert, Jacky Chu, Jessica Phan, Jyotsna Bitra, Lindsey Kroboth, Lydia Smeltz, Marjorie Fitzsimmons, Marlena Pigliacampi, and Shiv Patel. Read more here.

2022 MVS Contest Opens August 2
Spread the word! Use these ready-made social media ads to let your circle know about this amazing scholarship opportunity.

Weigel Student Panel
In February and March, the Elks National Foundation Scholarships Department hosted two opportunities for Elks scholars to learn more about the Gunther & Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship, the medical school application process, and the medical school experience.

Welkome to the Club
In January 2021, the first Elks scholar club, the Welkness club, officially launched!

Emergency Educational Grant Program - 2020-21 Summary
In 2020, we awarded 25 Emergency Educational Grants totaling over $105,000. Learn more about the recipients here.

2012 MVS Analysis
Check out our analysis of the 2012 MVS cohort.

Legacy Scholars Analysis
Check out our recent evaluation of the 2012 Legacy Awards cohort.

Meet Elks Scholars on YouTube
Over the summer, ENF staff virtually sat down with each of the 2020 top 20 MVS scholars to chat with them about their plans for the future and what makes them an Elks scholar. Keeping the momentum going, we've continued the series. We'll release a new interview with Elks scholars every other Monday.
Visit enf.elks.org/20For20 to watch the scholars’ interviews.

Fresh First-Year Faces on the SAB
Meet our new SAB members!

Championing the Order: Elks scholars join ENF staff
The two newest members of the Elks National Foundation’s staff are testaments to one of our biggest goals: that our program recipients become champions of the Order.

Next Stop: Med School
We are proud to announce the recipients of the 2020 Gunther and Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship—Afeera Chaudhry, Dennis Youngs, Eric Xia, Iemaan Rana, Kevin Glover, Nicholas Balardi, Olivia Fuson and Victoria Cegielski. These eight Elks scholars will be achieving their dreams of becoming doctors thanks to the generosity of the late Mrs. Lee Weigel. Each scholar will receive $26,000 for medical school. Read more here.

2021 MVS Contest
The Elks National Foundation is proud to announce the start of the 2021 Most Valuable Student scholarship contest on August 5, 2020. The Most Valuable Student scholarship is available to high school seniors who are United States citizens. Applicants do not need to be related to a member of the Elks. Applications are judged on academics, leadership, service and financial need. The application is completed online and must be submitted by the November 15, 2020, deadline. The 500 national winners will be announced in April 2021. Learn more about the MVS scholarship here.

2021 Legacy Awards Contest
The 2021 Legacy Awards contest runs from September 1, 2020 to February 5, 2021. Legacy Awards are $4,000 scholarships available to children and grandchildren of Elks members. Eligibility requirements are outlined here.

Thank You from the Legacy Awards Class of 2020
As the children or grandchildren of Elks, Legacy scholars know that being involved with the Elks means having a family wherever you go—and they're incredibly grateful for that. Click here to read from the class of 2020 Legacy Awards recipients.

Class of 2020 Legacy Scholars

Legacy Awards are $4,000 scholarships available to children and grandchildren of Elks members. Eligibility requirements are outlined below.

The Elks National Foundation is proud to present its 2020 ENF Legacy Awards recipients.
Click here to see the full list of winners.

Class of 2020 MVS Scholars
The Elks National Foundation is proud to present its 2020 class of Most Valuable Student Scholarship Recipients. Click here for a full list.

Serving while social distancing
Learn some ways you can give back during the COVID-19 pandemic.

We're in this Together, #ElksFamily
Elks scholar update on the COVID-19 pandemic.

It's the Little Things
22 Elks scholars spent their Winter Break giving back in San Diego. Read more about what they did!

Stay Connected!
Follow the @ElksScholars and the @ElksNationalFoundation on Social media.

2020 Legacy Awards Application
Do you know a high school senior who is a child or grandchild of a dues paying Elk? Encourage them to apply for a Legacy Award! The 2020 application is open until January 31, 2020.

A Second Family
Dennis Youngs aspires to be a great neurosurgeon, much like the one who saved his father's life. To continue on that path, he applied for the Elks Emergency Educational Grant to support his schooling. Read his story here.

A Network of Change
Maddi is a 2019 Gunther and Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship recipient .

Cherishing Differences
Christina is a 2019 Gunther and Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship recipient.

Service to the Core
Ganeev is a 2019 Gunther and Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship recipient.

A Wishing Star
Julia Miao gives her passions her all. Miao, a 2015 MVS scholar sponsored by Sunnyvale, Calif., Lodge No. 2128, volunteered at hospitals and care facilities and founded two healthcare- and education-focused organizations and a digital peer-reviewed journal. She was honored with academic, research, community service, and leadership awards and grants. She ran marathons, founded and edited peer-reviewed journals, published research, tutored and taught, and saved time to nurture her love of photography and playing the piano.

Generosity begets Generosity
Keoni is a 2019 Gunther and Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship recipient.

Finding Purpose
Safa is a 2019 Gunther and Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship recipient.

The Guiding Light of Service
Ryan Elliott is a 2019 Gunther and Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship recipient.

2020 MVS Scholarship Application
Do you know a high school senior who is a U.S. citizen? Encourage them to apply for the Most Valuable Student scholarship! The 2020 MVS application is open until November 5, 2019.

The anatomy of a story
Ellen is a 2019 Gunther and Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship recipient.

The Lindstedt Legacy
Sydney comes from a long line of Elks, and now she officially represents the Elks as a Legacy Awards scholar! Read her story here.

The Last Hurdle
After his dad experienced a medical issue that changed his family's lives, Connor applied for and received an Emergency Educational Grant. Here's how the grant allowed him get more involved in college.

Caleb Grinberg Scores Legacy Award
Caleb is a 2019 Legacy Awards scholar who's officially joining the #ElksFamily after spending a lot of his childhood at the local Lodge. Read his story here.

Scholars Soar in Chicago
16 Elks scholars spent their part of their Summer serving the city of Chicago in the name of the Elks in June. Click here to see more pictures and read about the moments that made the trip so memorable.

Sean Pringle Stacks Elks Scholar Accolades
He received the Most Valuable Student scholarship in 2010. He became an Elk in 2015. Sean Pringle is tacking on another accomplishment as the 2019 Alum of the Year. Read why he was chosen here.

Future Forces
This year's Top MVS Finalists shared how they're going to change the world one day. Read Tabitha and Victor's stories here.

Same, But Different
In its sixth year, the Most Valuable Student scholarship's Leadership Weekend brought Top Finalists from across the nation to compete for a scholarship of up to $50,000. Learn more about the weekend, including who went home with the top awards, here.

The Super Sixth
Congratulations to the 2019 Most Valuable Student Scholarship class! Meet them here.

The Long Hall
Tucker Hall wasn't prepared to lose his father when he started college, but his father, Steven, did everything he could to prepare Tucker, like talking to other Elks to ensure Tucker received an Emergency Educational Grant. Read their story here.

Elks Family Runs Deep
Twelve Elks scholars and alumni spent their spring break in Portland, Oregon, volunteering with local organizations, getting to know each other and spending time with Elks. Click here to see more pictures and read about the moments that made the trip so memorable.

Over and Out
Megan Cain, a 2015 Most Valuable Student scholarship recipient, was recently awarded what she calls "the Pulitzer of journalism"—first place in the Hearst Journalism Awards Program. Learn more about the award, and how the Elks inspired one of her winning stories about veterans, here.

#ElksFamily in Chicago!
The Summer Elks Scholar Service Trip will take place June 2-8, 2019. Be sure to follow along on social media as the #ElksFamily goes back to Chicago! Learn more here.

Hopeful for the Future
When Matthew needed help paying for college, he turned to his Elks family. Read how the Emergency Educational Grant gave him the hand he needed.

Weigel Medical School Scholarship
The Gunther & Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarships are $24,000 scholarships offered to Elks scholars (current or alum) entering their first year of medical school in 2019. The scholarship was established through the generosity of the late Lee Weigel, widow of Gunther Weigel. Click here to learn more.

The Power of the Elks
Want to know what the Elks Scholars did on their service trip in Biloxi? Read here to find out.

The Pursuit of the American Dream
Zobia Chunara's family came to America to change their lives for the better. Zobia continues that pursuit today as a Weigel Medical School scholarship recipient. Read how she plans to do it here.

If Not Marquis, Then Who?
With a guiding phrase of "If not me, then who?," Taylor Marquis is a Weigel Medical School scholarship recipient intent on his mission. Read what it is here.

Dedicated to Compassion and Service
Matthew Abrams is a Weigel Medical School scholarship recipient who overcame a difficult childhood, then chose to dedicate his adulthood to bringing light to children's lives around the world. Read how he's doing it here.

The Survivor in Tam
Lydia Tam is one of six recipients of the Gunther & Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship. Tam will receive her medical school education at Stanford University and is studying pediatric neuro-oncology, a field that's close to her heart. Read Tam's story here.

A Star in the Making
Rohit Gupta is a recipient of the Gunther & Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship. He is studying psychiatry at Baylor College of Medicine and hopes to one day become "a doctor who is a companion first and physician second." Read Rohit's incredible story here.

2019 Legacy Awards Contest
The 2019 Legacy Awards Contest is now closed.

The Sun Never Sets
Mary Sun is a recipient of the the Gunther & Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship. When she becomes a doctor, she hopes to continue serving communities around the world. Read how she plans on doing that here.

2019 MVS Contest Application
Do you know a high school senior who is a U.S. citizen? Encourage them to apply for the Most Valuable Student scholarship! The 2019 MVS application is open until November 15, 2018.

Verification of Enrollment Form Process
Looking to receive your scholarship funds from our office for the 2018-19 academic year? The process starts with your Verification of Enrollment Form!

Serving in the San Antonio Sun
“Elks family is the accumulation of hard work, dedication, laughter, service and togetherness that brought us to this point,” shared 2016 MVS scholar Cullen Edens. “It's the life stories while gardening in 100 degree heat. It's the intense competition of who can count the most donations. It's the fun of playing games until curfew. It's the hard work and teamwork of ripping out thorny rose bushes. Elks family is the lifelong memories of serving the San Antonio community together.”

Painting the Town Pastel
2013 Legacy Austin Cusick is no stranger to the Cornerstone Grant. He used his first to help veterans and this time, he brought together families to celebrate the Easter holiday. Read why this project was important to him here.

150 Scholars Celebrate 150 Years of Elks!
History was made when 150 Elks scholars joined us at the Elks National Convention in San Antonio this year. Check out which scholars were there!

The Top of the Class
Shiv Patel and Maitland Thull rose to the top of the class during the Most Valuable Student Leadership Weekend. Read why were they were chosen for the top scholarships here.

Cornerstone Project Schools Third Graders
When 2017 Legacy Award Scholar Ryan Traynor learned that more than 50 percent of students in his county were not proficient in reading in the most crucial year of schooling—third grade—he acted. Read more to learn how he took matters into his own hands using a Cornerstone Grant here.

Get to Know Gandhi
Shaan Gandhi received the MVS scholarship in 2003, and now he's back as our Alum of the Year. Read why he was chosen here.

MVS Scholars Saw the Signs
The Elks National Foundation welcomed a new class of MVS scholars during the fifth annual Leadership Weekend. Read more about the students and their inspirational stories from the weekend here.

2018 MVS Top Winners
Join us in congratulating this year's 2018 MVS Top Winners!

Spring Clearing in Asheville
Musty cabins, mess hall dinners, s’mores and campfire songs—in general, after you surpass the age of 14, those classic summer camp experiences are hard to come by. Fifteen Elks scholars had the unique opportunity to relive summer camp this past March during the Spring Scholar Service Trip to Asheville, North Carolina.

Five Years and Counting
We're proud to announce the 2018 MVS Top 20 Finalists!

California, There We Went!
Twenty Elks scholars from 13 states started the new year off strong by serving the City of Santa Monica in the name of the Elks.

Elks Scholar Lifts Students through Peerlift
After 2017 MVS scholar Sam Gorman spent hours searching for college scholarships, he took matters in his own hands to make the scholarship application process easier for students. Read how he solved it with Peerlift here.

The Buness Bridge to Elkdom
Although they're hundreds of miles away from it, the Buness grandchildren have all found a home at Wrangell, Alaska, Lodge No. 1595 thanks to their grandfather. They've also been awarded the competitive Legacy Awards. Read their story here.

The Start of a Movement—PERIOD
Nadya Okamoto is a 2016 MVS Finalist who balances a full-time class schedule with running one of the largest youth-run NGOs in women's health PERIOD. Read her story here.

The Roper Tradition Tied to the Elks
Ever since Aden Matthew Roper was a child, he called his local Lodge home. Now, he's an Elks scholar and third-generation member of the Elks who can't wait to serve his community.

Meet the Class of 2017
Meet some of the outstanding members of the class of 2017 Elks scholars.

The Power of Psychiatrists
We are proud to announce one of the recipients of the 2017 Gunther and Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship—Kyle Sramek! Kyle has accomplished so much during her his undergraduate career at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and continues his perseverance in the hopes of one day becoming a psychiatrist.

Compassion and Healing
We are proud to announce one of the recipients of the 2017 Gunther and Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship—Chantal Nguyen! Read more about Chantal and why she believes that medicine is not only the act of providing physical healing, but emotional support as well.

Much More than a Scholarship
We are proud to announce one of the recipients of the 2017 Gunther and Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship—Katarina Leyba! Read more about Katarina and why being an Elks scholar is so important to her.

Offering Hope
We are proud to announce one of the recipients of the 2017 Gunther and Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship—Gloria Hong! Read about how Gloria's past gives her a unique perspective on the lack of healthcare for certain demographics.

A Personal Connection
We are proud to announce one of the recipients of the 2017 Gunther and Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship—Brandon Hinrichs! Read more about Brandon and what personal experiences sparked his interest in healthcare and Oncology.

2018 Most Valuable Student Contest
The Elks National Foundation is proud to announce the launch of the 2018 Most Valuable Student Scholarship contest!

2018 Legacy Awards Contest
Do you know a high school senior who is the child or grandchild of an Elks member? Encourage them to apply for the Legacy Awards contest.

2018 Winter Elks Scholar Service Trip—Apply Today!
The Winter Elks Scholar Service Trip will take place in Santa Monica, California from January 7-13, 2018. Our week will be focused on serving individuals and veterans transitioning out of homelessness. We will engage in programming to identify issues that contribute to homelessness and discuss how Elks scholars can be part of the solution. Join us as we serve the Santa Monica community, explore the coast and experience what it means to be part of the #ElksFamily. Apply today.

Cracking Research Barriers
Learn how MVS scholar Dalton Price, uses his passion for science to change the lives of high school students.

Return to the #ElksFamily
Take a look around Elkdom, and odds are you'll find connections created by Legacy scholars. Learn how Sagan's journey inspired her parents to rekindle their involvement with the Elks.

#ElksFamily in Reno
The 2017 Elks National Convention is in the books. View photos from Convention here.

At Home in the Biggest Little City
Branden Pearson, MVS scholar and member of the Scholar Advisory Board, attended his first Elks National Convention in Reno. Read about his experience here.

Elks and Elks Scholars Lead the Way in Service
Another summer in Chicago, another Elks Scholar Service Trip. In early June, 16 Elks scholars from 14 states traveled to Chicago for the week-long Summer Service Trip.

Hold on, Loosli
Sean Loosli is the tops. He was our top male Most Valuable Student in 2003, and now he's our Alum of the Year. Read why.

Stay Tuned for Elks Scholar Service Trips!
Learn about the upcoming Elks Scholar Service Trips!

A Rebounding Legacy
Elks Scholars already have a deep connection to the Elks.

2017 Most Valuable Student Top Winners
Learn more about the 2017 MVS Top Winners, and watch their introduction films from the Elks National Convention.

A New Legacy
We are proud to announce the newest members of the Elks family— The 2017 Legacy Winners!

North by Elks Family
Check out a recap of the 2017 MVS Leadership Weekend.

And the Winners Are...
Meet the 20 Most Valuable Students who will soon be changing the world!

The Service Trip Goes Home
Fifteen Elks scholars traveled from all over the United States to serve the City of New Orleans in the name of the Elks from March 12-18, 2017.

Elkdom Comes Full Circle
An invitation can make all the difference. Sam Dunklau went from Elks scholar to Elk after being welcomed into the Davenport, Iowa Lodge No. 298 by active member and generous ENF donor, Lois Kundel.

150 Elks Scholars for 150 Elks Years
Get ready for the largest gathering of Elks scholars—ever. It’s not every day that we turn 150, so we’re throwing a huge birthday bash June 29-July 2, 2018.

Service and Two-Step
From January 8-14, 2017 Elks scholars from across the country gathered in Dallas to serve those in need and have some fun along the way. From spontaneous line dancing at an Elks Lodge to serving the local community in need, the scholars served with humility and gained a different perspective, both from one another and those they served. Read more about their experiences.

Elkdom is in Their Blood - 2017 Legacy Awards Contest
Legacy Awards recipients receive more than just monetary support. They are also welcomed into a nationwide group of individuals changing their communities for the better. Read about 2016 Legacy scholar Joshua Trimm, who is getting involved in his community through his sponsoring Lodge.

Pick Your Path and Apply Today!
Whether you're a current scholar or an alum, you can apply for one of our many applications open today!

Resolve to Get Involved!
As an Elks scholar, we hope you'll resolve to get (or stay) involved with your Elks family in 2017. Follow along with our countdown over the next 12 days as we feature the different ways scholars got involved in 2016!

#ElksFamily Serves from Coast to Coast for National Family Volunteer Day!
From California to New York Elks scholars served in honor of National Family Volunteer Day for the Elks Scholar Service Days.

National Family Volunteer Day in the Big Apple
Ten Elks scholars, including two ENF staff served at the Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen in New York, New York in honor of National Family Volunteer Day in November 2016.

It's Not Too Late: Elks Scholar Service Days
Calling all Elks scholars! Serve on your campus or in your community November 18-20 in honor of National Family Volunteer Day!

More Than a Volunteer
A small, but committed, team of volunteers arrive at the Jesse Brown V.A. early every Tuesday morning in order to ensure that veterans in need will leave

Congrats to the Class of 2012-16!
We surveyed the Class of 2012-16 Elks scholars to see where they're headed now that they've graduated.

Where are They Now?
The ENF has awarded 24 Weigel Medical School Scholarships since 2011. We recently caught up with these Elks scholars to see what they're accomplishing.

Save the Date and Serve!
In honor of National Family Volunteer Day on November 19, we're encouraging all Elks scholars to serve with their Elks family November 18-20!

Creating Lasting Change
We are proud to announce one of the the recipients of the 2016 Gunther and Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship—Ishani Premaratne! Ishani has accomplished so much during her time at Harvard College, including creating lasting change for people from Boston to Sri Lanka. Read more about what Ishani has accomplished with the help of her Elks family.

A Broken Heart, a New Future
We are proud to announce one of the the recipients of the 2016 Gunther and Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship—Brittan Sutphin! Brittan's passion for medicine and interest in cardiology goes beyond academic interest and was sparked after surviving a broken heart.

From Boston to Peru
We are proud to announce one of the the recipients of the 2016 Gunther and Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship—Michael Lindeborg! Read more about Michael and his journey from Boston to Peru in his pursuit of medicine.

Chicagoland? More like Scholarland!
Thirteen Elks scholars and two ENF staff, also Elks scholars, recently traveled home to 11 different states after spending the week of June 5-11 serving veterans and connecting with their Elks family.

Welcome the Class of 2016 to the Elks Family!
The ENF recently welcomed 750 new scholars into the Elks family. Join us in welcoming them!

How Do You Spell ALUM?
We are proud to announce our 2016 Elks Alum of the Year, Rachel Russo! Read on to hear how she spells "ALUM."

Table for Twenty
The 2016 MVS Leadership Weekend brought the top 20 MVS scholars together in Chicago and the connections that were made exhibited the true meaning of Elks family.

Shooting Hoops with Scholars
What do a student affairs professional, a fundraising specialist, a UW-Madison student and a photographer have in common? They're all Elks scholars with a passion for the Hoop Shoot! Read on to hear how these scholars volunteered at the 2016 Hoop Shoot National Finals.

Elks Scholars Take the Windy City by Storm!
The Elks National Foundation is proud to announce the 2016 top 20 Most Valuable Student Finalists.

Elks Scholars Go To Washington
Sixteen Elks scholars served with 10 different D.C. Metro area organizations in Washington, D.C. from March 7-11, 2016.

2016 MVS National Finalists Announced
2016 MVS National Finalists take to social media to share their excitement and gratitude for the opportunity to join the Elks family.

Elks Scholars Serve Our Nation's Capital
Elks scholars and ENF Staff will travel to Washington, D.C. to serve hunger, homelessness and veterans from March 6-12, 2016 on the Spring Elks Scholar Service Trip.

Follow, Submit, Win!
From October 5 to December 18, 2015 the Elks National Foundation Scholarship Office is giving YOU the chance to win prizes each week! Read on for details.

Meet the Class of 2015!
Each week, we'll be featuring members of the Class of 2015 Elks scholars.

2015 Weigel Medical School Scholarship Winner
We are proud to announce the recipient of the 2015 Gunther & Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship—Sumedh Shah.

2015 Scholarship Chair Survey Results
Thank you to all the 2014-15 Scholarship Chairs who took our recent survey about the 2015 scholarship contests! We’ve tallied all the responses and noticed a few common themes. Read more.

Strangers No More
The 2015 Most Valuable Student Leadership Weekend was April 24-26, 2015. Read all about it!

Welcome the Class of 2015 to the Elks Family!
We're proud to announce the 2015 Most Valuable Student scholarship winners and the 2015 Legacy Awards winners.

Taking the Second City by Storm
This April, 20 Elks scholars get the chance to visit Chicago and the chance at a $50,000 scholarship! Read more.

The Elks Family Continues to Grow!
Join us in welcoming Maryann Slater as the first Elks Scholar Fellow!

Welcome to the Elks Family!
Congratulations to the 2015 Most Valuable Student National Semi-Finalists!

Top 10 Reasons 2014 was a Great Year!
2014 was an action-packed year for the Elks family! As we ring in the new year, take a moment to read a few of the highlights from 2014.

Emergency Educational Grants Evaluation
Earlier this year, the Elks National Foundation conducted a third-party evaluation of the Emergency Educational Grant program. Read on for highlights.

Legacy Awards Evaluation
Earlier this year, the Elks National Foundation conducted a third-party evaluation of the Legacy Awards program. Read on for highlights.

MVS Application Question? Tweet Using #AskENF
If you're filling our your Most Valuable Student scholarship application and come across a question, just tweet using #AskENF, and we'll get you an answer!

Got an Application Question?
Got a question about the MVS scholarship application or the Legacy Awards application? Visit the MVS FAQ page or the Legacy Awards FAQ Page! Still have a question, tweet us @ElksScholars!

Lodge Scholarship Chair Survey Results
As the latest Most Valuable Student contest wraps up, we asked Lodge Scholarship Chairs for their feedback about the 2013-14 Most Valuable Student scholarship contest. Read what they had to say.

Can You Feel the Excitement?
The field has been set and the excitement can be felt all across the country! We are excited to announce the top 20 Most Valuable Student finalists. Read on for more.

Advice from the Doctor
The 2014-15 Gunther and Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship application is now available to Elks scholars attending medical school. Former recipients have some advice for Elks scholars thinking about applying. Read what they had to say.

Chicago is Their Kind of Town
Hold on to your hats! Elks scholars are headed to Chicago for the first ever MVS Leadership Weekend. Read on for details.

Giving Thanks to the Elks Family
The two MVS top winners are able to attend their dream schools, thanks to the Elks National Foundation. To express their thanks, these Elks scholars addresssed the delegates at the 2013 Elks Grand Lodge Convention in Reno. Watch the streaming videos of their speeches.

2013 MVS Top Winners
Congratulations to the 2013 top Most Valuable Student scholars! Grace Young and Anish Athalye will each receive $60,000 scholarships from the Elks National Foundation. Click here to read their stories.

Announcing the 2013 Elks Alum of the Year!
The ENF is proud to announce the 2013 Elks Scholar Alum of the Year: Jesse LeBeau, a 2005 Most Valuable Student scholar sponsored by Ketchikan, Alaska, Lodge No. 1429. Read on for more information.

Be the 2013 Elks Alum of the Year!
The Elks Alum of the Year Award is designed to recognize one outstanding Elks scholar alumnus who has made a difference through volunteering or commitment to community. Applications are due by May 15, 2013.

Welcome 2013 Elks Scholars!
Join us in welcoming the class of 2013 Elks scholars to the Elks family!

Congratulations to the 2013 MVS National Finalists
Congratulations to all 500 of the 2013 Most Valuable Student National Finalists! Read on for more information.

2012: An Elks Scholar Year in Review
2012 was a great year for Elks scholars. Read about all the ways Elks scholars connected with the Elks family last year.

Happy Holidays from Elks Scholars!
This holiday season, Elks scholars are giving thanks for their ENF scholarships. Watch this video to hear their special holiday message.

Host an Elks Scholar Meet-Up!
Get together with other Elks scholars in your area by hosting an Elks Scholar Meet-Up. Read on for details.

With Gratitude
Before they head to Harvard, the top two Most Valuable Student scholarship winners flew to Austin, Texas to accept their $60,000 ENF scholarships and to give thanks to their Elks family. Watch the videos of their speeches.

Bon Voyage, 2012 Elks Scholars!
Watch the ENF's tribute video to the class of 2012 Elks scholars.

Announcing the 2012 Gunther & Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship Winners
The ENF is proud to announce the 2012 Gunther and Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship recipients. Click here to read about the six Elks scholars who will receive a $20,000 scholarship for medical school.

Announcing the 2012 Elks Alum of the Year!
The ENF is proud to announce the 2012 Elks Scholar Alum of the Year: Zach Vruwink, a 2006 Legacy Awards recipient sponsored by Wisconsin Rapids, Wisc., Lodge No. 693. Read on for his full story.

2012 Elks Scholar Month of Service has Ended
The 2012 Elks Scholar Month of Service was a great success! Throughout April, Elks scholars across the country came out to volunteer and build stronger communities. 40 Elks scholars participated in 18 projects. Click here to read about all the service projects.

Announcing the 2012 ENF Cornerstone Grant Recipients
We know Elks scholars are dedicated to service, so to help Elks scholars give back, the ENF awarded four outstanding Elks scholars with a $500 Cornerstone Grant to expand their community service initiatives. Click here to learn how these Elks scholars are making a difference!

Welcome 2012 Elks Scholars!
Join us in welcoming the class of 2012 Elks scholars to the Elks family!

ENF Cornerstone Grants Now Available
The ENF is offering Cornerstone Grants to Elks scholars and alumni interested in expanding their community service projects. Click here to apply for a 2012 ENF Cornerstone Grant.

Elks Alum of the Year Application Now Available
Are you an Elks scholar alum who has demonstrated an ongoing commitment to community service? Click here to apply to be the 2012 Elks Alum of the Year. You could receive a $500 great to be donated to the charitable organization of your choice!

Scholarships Available for High School Seniors
ENF scholarship applications are available now! Click here for complete details on our Most Valuable Student scholarships and Legacy Awards.

A Warm Welcome into the Elks Family
The two MVS top winners’ had a chance to thank the Elks for the $60,000 scholarships they each received. Both winners gave speeches at the 2011 Elks National Convention in Phoenix, Ariz. Click here to watch the streaming videos of their speeches.

A Successful Year for Elks Scholars
Click here to view a presentation about Elks scholar relations during the 2010-11 year.

2011 Elks Scholars Light Up The Sky!
Click here to watch our tribute video to the class of 2011 Elks scholars.

Congratulations, Jimmy Tomczak, the 2011 Elks Alum of the Year
2011 Elks Alum of the Year Jimmy Tomczak is using his entrepreneurial talents for good. As the Alum of the Year, Jimmy will receive his award at the Grand Lodge Convention, and will be awarded a $500 grant to be donated to the nonprofit organization of his choice. Read on to see how Jimmy promotes sustainable decisions while also bringing hope to a city he loves.

Top MVS Scholars Receive $60,000 College Scholarships
Christina Lulich, sponsored by Gatlinburg, Tenn., Lodge No. 1925, and Dean Shu, sponsored by Santa Ana, Calif., Lodge No. 794, will each receive $60,000 scholarships from the Elks National Foundation. Click on their names to read their stories.

Announcing the 2011 Gunther & Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship Recipient
We are pleased to announce the 2011 Gunther & Lee Weigel Medical School Scholarship recipient, 2006 MVS scholar Rory Nicolaides. Read on for her story.

The Elks Scholar Month of Service was a Success!
The 2011 Elks Scholar Month of Service was a huge success! Throughout April, Elks scholars across the country came out to volunteer and make a difference. Click here to read about all the Elks Scholar Month of Service projects.

Announcing the 2011 ENF Cornerstone Grant Recipients
To help Elks scholars give back, the ENF awarded four outstanding Elks scholars with a $500 Cornerstone Grant to expand their community service initiatives. Visit our website to learn how these scholars are making a difference!

Welcome 2011 Elks Scholars
Join us in welcoming our 2011 Elks scholars to the Elks family!

Elks Scholars Building Stronger Communities
The Elks Scholar Month of Service is under way and Elks scholars are hard at work serving their communities in the name of the Elks! Read on for more information.

Elks Scholars Gear Up to Serve!
Read how Elks scholars are preparing for the Elks Scholar Month of Service in April.

Elks Alum of the Year Application Now Available
Are you an Elks scholar alum who has demonstrated an ongoing commitment to community service? Apply to be the 2011 Elks Alum of the Year. You could receive a $500 great to be donated to the charitable organization of your choice!

Congratulations to the MVS National Finalists!
Congratulations to all 500 of the 2011 Most Valuable Student national finalists! Read on for more information.

Get Involved in the 2011 Elks Scholar Month of Service!
Elks scholars will come together in service during April 2011. Read on to find out how you can get involved!

MVS Scholarship Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have questions about completing your MVS scholarship application? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions page for answers! Be sure to watch the video, which includes helpful tips from MVS scholarship recipients.

A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes
The two MVS top winners’ wishes came true when they traveled to Orlando, Fla., to accept their awards and address the delegates at the 2010 Elks Grand Lodge Convention. Click here to watch the streaming videos of their speeches.

The ENF Wishes our 2010 Elks Scholars a Beautiful Day
Check out our tribute video to the class of 2010 Elks Scholars.

The Most Magical Place on Earth
Read about the 2010 Elks Scholar Advisory Board meeting at the Elks Grand Lodge Convention in Orlando.

Congratulations Katie Chambers, the 2010 Elks Alum of the Year
2010 Elks Alum of the Year Katie Chambers makes each day meaningful by serving others. As the Alum of the Year, Katie will speak at the Grand Lodge Convention, and will be awarded a $500 grant to be donated to the nonprofit organization of her choice. Read on to learn how having a child with disabilities led Katie to dedicate her life to advocating for children with special needs.

Announcing the 2010 ENF Cornerstone Grant Recipients
To help our scholars give back, the ENF awarded four outstanding Elks scholars with a $500 Cornerstone Grant to expand their community service initiatives. Visit our website to learn how these scholars are making a difference!

Elks Scholars in the News
Learn more about the class of 2010 Elks scholars! Check out these articles on 2010 MVS top winner Jenny Van, and 2010 MVS winner Ryan Elliott.

Announcing the 2010 MVS and Legacy Awards Winners
Join us in welcoming our 2010 Most Valuable Student and Legacy Awards winners into the Elks family! For the complete lists of 2010 winners, click here. Congratulations to all of our 2010 scholars!

Be the 2010 Elks Alumnus of the Year
Are you an Elks scholar alumnus who has demonstrated an ongoing commitment to community service? Apply to be the 2010 Elks Alumnus of the Year. You could receive a $500 great to be donated to the charitable organization of your choice!

2010 Elks Cornerstone Grants Now Available
Are you an Elks scholar who regularly volunteers in your community? Would you like additional funding to enhance your service project? Apply for a 2010 Elks Cornerstone Grant today!

Clean Up Your Community
Read on to find out how you can get involved with the 2010 Elks Scholar Week of Service and clean up your community!

Elks Scholar of the Week: Kari Massar
Read how Emergency Educational Grant recipient Kari Massar has dedicated her life to caring for others.

ENF Scholars in the Game
The ENF Scholar Advisory Board met in Chicago for their first annual Board meeting over the weekend of September 11, 2009. To kickoff the meeting, the Scholar Advisory Board and ENF staff participated in the September 11 National Day of Service. Click here to learn more!

History in the Making
Watch the streaming video of the speech that John Steinbach, the top male ENF scholarship recipient, gave when he addressed the delegates at the 2009 Grand Lodge Convention in Portland, Ore.

Our 2009 Most Valuable Student Scholars Rule the World
Watch the Elks National Foundation's tribute to the class of 2009 Most Valuable Student Scholarship recipients.

Verification of Enrollment Forms
Just a reminder, the ENF will begin disbursing 2009-10 scholarships after August 1, 2009. Read on for more information.

ENF Announces the 2009-10 ENF Alumnus of the Year!
Read how 2001 Most Valuable Student Christina Vuocolo's commitment to volunteering led her to become the 2009-10 ENF Alumnus of the Year!

2010 Scholarship Updates!
Read on for important updates to the 2010 scholarship contests.

ENF Announces 2009-10 Scholar Advisory Board
The ENF is proud to present the 2009-10 ENF Scholar Advisory Board. Click above to read about the seven outstanding ENF scholar board members.

ENF Announces Cornerstone Grant Recipients
The ENF is proud to announce the four ENF scholars who most demonstrated outstanding community service initiatives. Each will receive a $500 Cornerstone Grant. Follow the link above to read all about their projects!

News from The Chronicle of Higher Education
Read how student activists become campus administrators.


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