Elks in the News
Griebel Family Practices with Samantha for 2018 Hoop Shoot National Finals
posted by WTAJ on April 16, 2018
Samantha Griebel returns to the Hoop Shoot National Finals with her three sisters and parents by her side this weekend. She hopes to earn a second National Championship.
Hoop Shoot National Finalist Heading to Chicago to Represent New Washington, Indiana
posted by Wave 3 News on April 9, 2018
Mason Arthur practices free throws for at least an hour a day, and he's excited to compete in Chicago. Mason has just one thing on his mind when it comes to the Finals: winning.
Hoop Shoot Competitor Featured in Google Cloud Ad
posted by USA Today on April 4, 2018
Karolina Ramirez may only be 9 years old, but she's already making quite a stir in the basketball world as a "phenom." She has also competed in two Hoop Shoot competitions, but hasn't made it to the National Finals—yet.
2017 Hoop Shoot National Finalist Shoots 400 Free Throws Almost Daily
posted by Wilkes Journal-Patriot on March 16, 2018
Ralee Bare has spent almost every day in the gym, sometimes shooting over 400 free throws. Her practice has paid off as she becomes a National Finalist.
Tawas Area Elks Lodge Partners with Youth on Boat Building Project
posted by Iosco County News-Herald on March 6, 2018
Tawas Area Elks Lodge No. 2525 is using Anniversary and Beacon grants to build a boat with Iosco County Family Court’s Juvenile Enhanced Accountability Program (JEAP).
Hoop Shoot Dad Learns Lesson from Son
posted by Town of Paradise Valley Independent on February 21, 2018
Jason Rose thought he was helping his young sons learn a lesson by training for and competing in their local Hoop Shoot. In the end, his sons learned valuable lessons from the contests and he learned an important lesson from his sons.
Michigan Elks Mark 150 Milestone
posted February 21, 2018
Tucker Monroe Gets Perfect Hoop Shoot Score, Advances to Region 9
posted by The Daily Post-Athenian on February 16, 2018
After making 25 out of 25 baskets, Tucker Monroe will be advancing to the Region 9 Hoop Shoot competition.
Oshkosh Elks Donate Winter Boots, Sneakers and Socks to Boys & Girls Club of Oshkosh
posted by The Northwestern on January 23, 2018
The Lodge supplied over 50 children with shoes for the winter season using an Anniversary Grant.
Adrian Profumo Hopes to Make '100 Million' Baskets at Hoop Shoot's State Competition
posted by Craig Daily Press on January 18, 2018
Westminster, Md., Lodge No. 2277 uses Beacon and Gratitude Grants to partner with Live Hope Laugh hosting A Night of Giving.
posted by Carroll County Times on December 21, 2017
Calumet, Mich., Lodge No. 404 spread Christmas cheer with a CIP grant.
posted by Fox UP on December 10, 2017
Traverse City, Mich., Lodge No. 323 utilizes their Impact Grant to provide Summer Care Packs for Kids
posted by Up North Live on August 22, 2017
Elks in Morgantown, West Virginia honor 30 Students with Scholarships
posted August 15, 2017
In Morgantown, WV, 30 students were awarded with scholarships by the Elks National Foundation.
Pratt, Kans., Lodge No. 1451 uses a Beacon Grant to Donate Food for Christmas in July.
posted by Pratt Tribune on August 7, 2017
Barre, Vt. Lodge No. 1535 uses a Gratitude Grant to Help Veterans.
posted by The Northfield News on August 3, 2017
San Antonio, Texas, Lodge No.1880 uses a Promise Grant to Provide Mentorship Programs for Kids.
posted by Standard-Times on August 2, 2017
Canton, Ill., Lodge No. 626 uses a Beacon Grant to Provide Lunches for Kids.
posted August 1, 2017
LaGrange, Ga., Lodge No. 1804 uses a Grant to Host Pet Adoption Event
posted by LaGrange Daily News on July 12, 2017
Apache Junction, Ariz., Lodge No. 2349 uses a Beacon Grant to fund the Sock Hop
posted June 28, 2017
Ontario, Ore., Lodge No. 1690 Honor Veterans at Annual Fishing Trip
posted by The Argus Observer on June 23, 2017
Ashland, Ore., Lodge No., 944 use a Gratitude Grant to combat youth suicide
posted by Ashland Daily Tidings on June 5, 2017
Jason Hull Celebrates his Hoop Shoot Journey
posted by The Dalles Chronicle on May 31, 2017
West Milford, N.J., Lodge No. 2236 Recognized for Their Service
posted by The West Milford Messanger on May 16, 2017
Tawas Area Elks Lodge No. 2525 uses Promise Grant to plant 10,000 daffodil bulbs along bike path.
posted by Ioscos County News Herald on May 11, 2017
Sussex, N.J. Lodge No. 2288 host a Motorcycle ride that raises funds for pets
posted by The Advertiser-News on May 4, 2017
Lamar, Colo., Lodge No. 1319 holds banquet for students
posted by The Lamar Ledger News on May 3, 2017
Get to know the 2017 Hoop Shoot National Finalists-Treylan Beamer
posted by Martinsville Bulletin on May 3, 2017
Get to know the 2017 Hoop Shoot National Finalists-Camerohn Ludwig
posted April 18, 2017
Get to know the 2017 Hoop Shoot National Finalsits-Kale Misegades
posted April 17, 2017
Get to know the 2017 Hoop Shoot National Finalists-Emily Cooper
posted April 17, 2017
Get to know the 2017 Hoop Shoot National Finalists-Fischer Brown
posted April 17, 2017
Get to Know the 2017 Hoop Shoot National Finalists- Brooklyn Gammons
posted April 12, 2017
Get to Know the 2017 Hoop Shoot National Finalists-Nathan Muntean
posted April 11, 2017
Get to Know the 2017 Hoop Shoot National Finalists-Ava Storz
posted April 6, 2017
Get to know the 2017 Hoop Shoot National Finalists-Brennon Crossmon
posted by 3WCAX on April 5, 2017
Get to know the 2017 Hoop Shoot National Finalists-Izybel Talbot
posted by 6KPVI on April 5, 2017
Coshocton’s Colton Conkle in Elks Hoop Shoot National Finals
posted April 3, 2017
Springfield, Mo., Lodge No. 409 use grant to help hungry children
posted by Springfield News-Reader on March 20, 2017
Forks, Wash., Lodge No. 2524 Use Gratitude Grant to Help Students
posted March 10, 2017
Sjoberg and Castonguay prepare for the New England Hoop Shoot
posted by WAGM 8 on March 9, 2017
El Cajon student heading to finals in free-throw shooting
posted by The San Diego Union Tribune on March 6, 2017
3 Kids to Represent San Antonio at Regional Hoop Shoot Competition in Dallas
posted by ABC on March 1, 2017
Griebel Sisters Head Back to Hoop Shoot Competitions
posted by Explore Jefferson on February 13, 2017
Mt Vernon, Wash., Lodge No. 1604 use Promise Grant to Provide a Animal Biology Workshop for children
posted by Skagit Valley Herald on February 7, 2017
Vero Beach, Fla., Lodge No. 1774 Utilizes Impact Grant to Serve Children In Need
posted by TC Palm on January 25, 2017
Pittsfield, Mass., Elks Lodge No. 272 Use Gratitude Grant to Purchase Care Kits
posted by The Berkshire Eagle on January 12, 2017
Plymouth, Mass., Lodge No. 1476 Use Part Of Beacon Grant to Host Holiday Party
posted by Wicked Local Plymouth on January 9, 2017
Vacaville, Calif., Lodge No. 2638 Utilize Grant to Fund Giving School Supplies to Elementary Schools
posted by Daily Republic on January 9, 2017
Pueblo Elks Brighten Christmas
posted January 6, 2017
Residents of Posada’s emergency shelter received some unexpected cheer Christmas Eve morning, courtesy of the Pueblo Elks. Members of Pueblo Elks Lodge No. 90 — most of whom were donning Santa hats — arrived at the Posada housing units about 9 a.m. and got busy unloading a truck full of food baskets, as well as laundry baskets packed with home essentials.
Convington, Ga., Lodge No. 1806 Use Part of Beacon Grant to Honor Special Olympics Parent and Coach
posted by Newton Citizen on January 5, 2017
Middletown, Conn., Lodge No. 771 Run Adopt-A-Family Program using ENF Grant
posted by The Middletown Press on December 27, 2016
Cedar Grove, N.J., Lodge No. 2237 Make Christmas Bright for Individuals with Disablities Using a Beacon Grant
posted by Verona Patch on December 27, 2016
Pueblo, Colo., Lodge No. 90 Provide Move-In Baskets Using an ENF Grant
posted by The Pueblo Chieftain on December 24, 2016
Jackson, Ohio, Lodge No. 466 Supplies Food Pantry with Food Using a Gratitude Grant
posted by The Jackson County Times Journal on December 24, 2016
Plainview, Texas, Lodge No. 1175, Use ENF Grant to Host Senior Holiday Event
posted by My Plainview on December 22, 2016
Plymoth-Ann Arbor Mich., Lodge No. 325, use ENF Grant to help provide Christmas to veterans
posted by Hometown Life on December 22, 2016
Silver City,N.M., Lodge No. 413, use ENF Grant to serve families in need
posted by Silver City Daily Press on December 20, 2016
Grand Island, Neb., Lodge No. 604, use ENF Grant to help veterans move into new apartments
posted by World-Herald News Service on December 19, 2016
Tawas, Mich., Elks Lodge No. 2525 uses Impact Grant to Support the Alternative Education Academy
posted by Ioscos County News Herald on December 14, 2016
Winona, Minn., Lodge No. 327 Utilizes Impact Grant for Garden Beds Project
posted by Winona Daily News on December 6, 2016
Elks, volunteers show thanks for veterans' sacrifices with free meal
posted November 28, 2016
Robinson Lodge. No. 1188 helping stock 'RHS Cares Pantry'
posted November 8, 2016
Lake Stockton, Mo., Lodge No. 2858 uses a Promise Grant to Hold Lodge's First Bicycle Safety Day
posted by Cedar Republican on October 7, 2016
Fairbury, Neb., Lodge No. 1203 uses a Freedom Grant for Care Packages for Veterans
posted by Fairbury News Now on October 3, 2016
Raymond, Wash., Lodge No. 1292 Starts a Tutoring Program with a Promise Grant
posted by Coast Weekend on September 21, 2016
The Order has just been featured at the Smithsonian National Postal Museum in their virtual exhibit "America's Mailing Industry," which was launched on September 13, 2016, at a reception in Washington, DC.
posted September 15, 2016
Walla Walla, Wash., Lodge No. 287 provides local youth with bags of school supplies
posted by Union-Bulletin.com on August 9, 2016
Redlands, Calif., Lodge No. 583 treat youth to a shopping spree
posted by Inland Empire Community News on August 1, 2016
Plymouth, MA, Lodge No. 1476 invities veterans for delicious cookout
posted by Wicked Local Plymouth on July 25, 2016
Oshkosh, Wis., Lodge No. 292 gives back to local food pantries
posted by Oshkosh Northwestern on July 25, 2016
Traverse City, Mich., Lodge No. 323 makes food baskets for those in need
posted by Up North Live on July 19, 2016
The Elks Community Seeks to Attract Millennials
posted by Houston Chronicle on July 12, 2016
San Benito, Tex., Lodge No. 1661 uses Freedom Grant to help veterans in need
posted by The Brownsville Herald on July 11, 2016
Traverse City, Mich., Lodge No. 323 provides families with nutritious meals
posted by Traverse City Record Eagle on June 27, 2016
Ashland, Ore., Lodge No. 944 acquires five Elks Grants to better their community
posted by Ashland Daily Tidings on June 21, 2016
Carthage, N.Y., Lodge No. 1762 uses Beacon Grant to Host Free Turkey Dinner
posted by Watertown Daily Times on June 11, 2016
Pleasant Hill, Iowa, Lodge No. 98 utilized their Beacon Grant to Plant Trees at Sunrise Park
posted by City of Pleasant Hill on June 7, 2016
Van Wert, Ohio, Lodge No. 1197 to host an Elks Day at Camp Clay using a Gratitude Grant
posted by The Van Wert Independent on June 11, 2016
East Brunswick, N.J., Lodge No. 2370 uses a Freedom Grant to run a Dress Our Vets Program
posted by EB Sentinel News on April 18, 2016
Get to Know the 2016 Hoop Shoot National Finalists - Hickory, NC
posted April 15, 2016
Get to Know the 2016 Hoop Shoot National Finalists - Cameron Pollock
posted April 13, 2016
Get to Know the 2016 Hoop Shoot National Finalists - Faith Sjoberg
posted April 13, 2016
Get to Know the 2016 Hoop Shoot National Finalists - Tanner Ingle
posted April 12, 2016
Get to Know the 2016 Hoop Shoot National Finalists - Camdyn Cole
posted April 11, 2016
Get to Know the 2016 Hoop Shoot National Finalists - Deshun Coleman
posted April 7, 2016
Get to Know the 2016 Hoop Shoot National Finalists - Ben Johnson
posted April 4, 2016
Get to Know the 2016 Hoop Shoot National Finalists - Hattie Hagedorn
posted April 4, 2016
Get to Know the 2016 Hoop Shoot National Finalists - Chloe Furnstahl
posted April 1, 2016
Get to Know the 2016 Hoop Shoot National Finalists - Justice and Jackson Midyett
posted April 1, 2016
Get to Know the 2016 Hoop Shoot National Finalists - Brianna Lewis
posted April 1, 2016
Get to Know the 2016 Hoop Shoot National Finalists - Molly Goc
posted March 24, 2016
Blythe, Calif., Lodge No. 1799 Helps Feed Community Members in Need with an Impact Grant
posted by Palo Verde Valley Times on March 7, 2016
Pendleton, S.C., Lodge No. 2861 Helps Hearing Impaired Veterans
posted by Independent Mail on March 2, 2016
Clark Fork Valley, Mont., Lodge No. 2757 team up to prevent drug abuse with an ENF Promise Grant
posted by Clark Fork Valley Press on February 24, 2016
Sidney, Ohio, Lodge No. 786 Beacon Grant Project Saves a Life
posted by Sindey Daily News on February 17, 2016
Shreveport, La., Lodge No. 122 Donates Bicycles to Homeless Veterans
posted by ArkLaTex.com on February 16, 2016
South Kingston, R.I., Lodge No. 1899 Shines with Impact Grant Project
posted by The Naragansette Times on February 16, 2016
Summit, N.J., Lodge No. 1246 Holds Annual Blankets for Babies Event with the Help of a Beacon Grant
posted by Tap into Summit on February 3, 2016
Twentynine Palms, Calif., Lodge No. 2134 Uses a Gratitude Grant to Provide School Supplies for Children at a Local Military Base
posted by The Desert Trail on February 3, 2016
O'Fallon, Mo., Lodge No. 2587 Uses a Gratitude Grant to Teach Children How to Swim
posted by Daily Globe on February 3, 2016
Walterboro, S.C., Lodge No. 1988 and Boy Scouts Team Up for Veterans This Christmas
posted by Colleton Today on December 28, 2015
Pueblo, Colo., Lodge No. 90 Helps Local Shelter Have a Merry Christmas
posted by The Pueblo Chieftain on December 28, 2015
Bay City, Mich., Lodge No. 88 Provide Food Baskets this Holiday Season
posted by Midland Daily News on December 23, 2015
High School Athletes Join Elks Lodge To Help Those in Need
posted by whsv.com, Harrisonburg, VA on December 21, 2015
Charlottesville, Va., Lodge No. 389 Breaks Record with Food Baskets
posted by WVIR-TV on December 20, 2015
Bradenton, Fla., Lodge No. 1511 Helps Community Kids in Need Have a Magical Christmas
posted by Bradenton Herald on December 20, 2015
Cohoes-Waterford, N.Y., Lodge No. 1317 uses a Beacon Grant to Make Food Baskets for Community Members in Need
posted by WYNT.com on December 20, 2015
Traverse City, Mich., Lodge No. 323 Gives Coast Guard Families a Merry Christmas
posted by Traverse City Record-Eagle on December 17, 2015
Opelika, Valley police departments receive gifts from Elks Lodge
posted by oanow.com on December 12, 2015
Safford/Clifton, Ariz., Lodge No. 1607 Provide a Warm Holiday for Children in Need
posted by Eastern Arizona Courier on December 11, 2015
Encinitas, Calif., Lodge No. 2243 Supports Welcome Home Initiative at Local Veterans Village
posted by Seaside Courier on December 9, 2015
Morganton, N.C., Lodge No. 1852 Continues Backpack Buddy Program using an Impact Grant
posted by The News Herald on November 30, 2015
Jackson, Wyo., Lodge No. 1713 uses a Beacon Grant to Help Community Members in Need Have a Happy Thanksgiving
posted by Jackson Hole News and Guide on November 25, 2015
Woonsocket, R.I., Lodge No. 850 Ready to Serve the Community with their Impact Grant Project, "From the Heart"
posted by The Valley Breeze on November 20, 2015
Traverse City, Mich., Lodge No. 323 uses an Impact Grant to Serve Healthy Meals to Those in Need Year Round
posted by Traverse City Record-Eagle on November 19, 2015
ENF Most Valuable Student Scholarship featured as TIME scholarship of the week
posted by TIME on November 4, 2015
Ray Lozano, National Elks Drug Awareness speaker, entertains and educates in alcohol awareness talk
posted by Beatrice Daily Sun on November 2, 2015
Chalres City, Iowa, Lodge No. 418 will use a Beacon Grant to Provide Warm Winter Clothes for Veterans in Need
posted by Globe Gazette on November 3, 2015
Horseheads, N.Y., Lodge No. 2297 uses a Beacon Grant to provide respite from Alzheimer's, dementia through a Cargivers Retreat
posted October 19, 2015
Bayonne, N.J., Lodge No. 434, Honor Bianca Lumang, winner of the Elks Drug Awareness Poster Contest
posted by True Jersey on October 2, 2015
Traverse City, Mich., Lodge No. 323 Uses a Gratitude Grant to Help get Boots for Kids
posted by Up North Live on September 30, 2015
Bay City, Mich., Lodge No. 88 Holds School Supply Drive
posted by Midland Daily News on September 2, 2015
Cortez, Colo., Lodge No. 1789 Offers Food Backpack Program for Disabled Veterans
posted by The Cortez Journal on August 27, 2015
Using an ENF Beacon Grant, Elks are distributing food and supplies to disabled and homeless veterans in their community.
Sturgis, Mich., Lodge No. 1381 Packs a Mean Backpack
posted by Sturgis Journal on August 27, 2015
Lynchburg Elks Lodge No. 321 Helps Kids Get Back to School
posted August 27, 2015
Chesterton, Md., Lodge No. 2747 uses a Beacon Grant to Throw a Back to School Bash for Students in Need
posted by The Star Deomcrat on August 26, 2015
Vacaville, Calif., Lodge No. 2638 Steps Up for Homeless Veterans
posted by The Reporter on August 17, 2015
Elks Scholars Partner with Habitat for Humanity in Michigan at the Inaugural Service Trip
posted by Upper Michigan's Source on August 14, 2015
Greencastle, Ind., Lodge No. 1077 uses an ENF Gratitude Grant to Help the Homeless
posted by Banner Graphic on August 12, 2015
Indio, Calif., Lodge No. 1643 uses an ENF Beacon Grant to Kick-Off the School Year for Kids in Need
posted by The Desert Sun on August 11, 2015
Eustis Fla., Lodge No. 1578 Gives Local Elementary Students Some Food for Thought
posted by Orlando Sentinel on August 3, 2015
Klamath Falls, Ore., Lodge No. 1247 Takes Veterans on a Rogue River Trip
posted by Herald and News on July 29, 2015
Elk members used an ENF grant to organize a river ride and dinner for 10 veterans with PTSD and their families. Veterans relaxed and experienced nature on the Rogue River at Grants Pass.
Kerrville, Texas, Lodge No. 2081 Impact Grant Project Manager Wins the El Sol Award for her Work with Mental Health
posted by Daily Times on June 10, 2015
Durango, Colo., Lodge No. 507 Creates School Supply Program for Children of Veterans
posted by The Durango Herald on July 19, 2015
Durango Elks used a grant to start the Packed For Success Project, providing backpacks full of school supplies for students whose parents are veterans.
Danielson, Conn., No. 1706 Use a Gratitude Grant to Read and do Arts and Crafts with Summer Campers
posted by The Bulletin on July 16, 2015
N.Y. Lodge uses Gratitude Grant to Supply Students in Foster Care with Backpacks
posted by Time Warner Cable News on July 20, 2015
Sahuarita, Ariz., Lodge No. 2851 Support Women and Children
posted by Green Valley News and Sun on June 22, 2015
Sky Forest, Calif., Lodge No. 2393 uses a Beacon Grant for a Veterans Fishing Trip
posted by Mountain News on June 19, 2015
Jeff Mitchell CIP Volunteer of the Year Recognized by Bradenton, Fla., Lodge No. 1511
posted by Herald Tribune on June 17, 2015
Lockport, N.Y., Lodge No. 41 uses Impact Grant to offer Summer Camp for Children and Adults with Disabilities
posted by The Buffalo News on June 15, 2015
Port St. Lucie, Fla., Lodge 2658 uses Beacon Grant to Help Local Children
posted by TCPalm on June 5, 2015
Brainerd, Minn., Lodge No. 615 National Hoop Shoot Finalist Kelsi Martini Interviewed by Local Media
posted by Brainerd Dispatch on May 29, 2015
Fresno, Calif., Lodge No. 439 Students Honor Veterans Through ENF Grant
posted by ABC 30 News on May 29, 2015
Ashland, Ore., Lodge No. 944 uses an Impact Grant to Support Homeless Veterans
posted by Ashland Daily Tidings on May 20, 2015
Danville, Va., Lodge No. 227 uses a Beacon Grant to serve veterans at a local VA clinic.
posted by WDJB on May 15, 2015
Van Wert, Ohio, Lodge No. 1197 uses a Promise Grant to partner with local police to hold DARE events
posted by The Van Wert Independent on May 15, 2015
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Lodge No. 251 uses a Gratitude Grant to hold a prom party for teens with disabilities
posted by KCRG on May 15, 2015
Student’s interest in STEM leads to $40,000 Elks National Foundation scholarship
posted by ColaDaily.com on May 14, 2015
Redlands, Calif., Lodge No. 583 uses Gratitude Grant to Hold Pet Adoption Fair
posted by Redlands Daily Facts on May 4, 2015
Pendleton, S.C., Lodge No. 2861 uses Impact Grant to Hold Summer Camps for At-risk Youth.
posted by Independent Mail on April 22, 2015
Elks Hoop Shoot National Champion Drew Hess will be in the Hall of Fame
posted by WBKB 11 on April 20, 2015
Most Valuable Student finalist Christopher Vincent to compete for $50,000 Elks National Foundation scholarship
posted by Lake County News on April 13, 2015
Hillsboro, Ore., Lodge No. 1962 uses a Promise Grant to hold a social event for local youth with disabilities.
posted by Hillsboro Tribune on March 13, 2015
Juliana Kost of Poughkeepsie, New York advances to the Elks Hoop Shoot National Finals
posted by www.poughkeepsiejournal.com on April 2, 2015
Micah Oldacre and Kollin Brown of Alabama advance to the Elks Hoop Shoot National Finals
posted by www.cullmantimes.com on April 2, 2015
NiNi Davenport of Brandon, Florida advances to the Elks Hoop Shoot National Finals
posted by ABC Action News on March 31, 2015
Juneau, Alaska, Lodge No. 420 used an ENF Beacon Grant to hold a cooking class for local youth in need
posted by juneauempire.com on March 30, 2015
Isaac Maddock of Pequot Lakes, Minnesota advances to the Elks Hoop Shoot National Finals
posted by brainerddispatch.com on March 30, 2015
Isaac Maddock of Osakis, Minnesota advances to the Elks Hoop Shoot National Finals
posted by www.echopress.com on March 30, 2015
Jerika Moore of Canon City, Colorado advances to the Elks Hoop Shoot National Finals
posted by www.canoncitydailyrecord.com on March 23, 2015
Faith Burleson of Coweta, Oklahoma advances to the Elks Hoop Shoot National Finals
posted by cowetaamerican.com on March 23, 2015
Graham Oelke of Tigard, Oregon advances to the Elks Hoop Shoot National Finals
posted by portlandtribune.com on March 19, 2015
Heath Wattenbarger, sponsored by Cumberland County, Tenn., Lodge No. 2751, advances to the Elks Hoop Shoot National Finals
posted by www.crossville-chronicle.com on March 18, 2015
Elks use an Elks National Foundation Grant to provide emergency equipment for local schools
posted by www.dailyitem.com on March 18, 2015
Haley Hargis of Lebanon, Oregon heads to the Hoop Shoot National Finals
posted by lebanon-express.com on March 10, 2015
Hoop Shoot athletes sponsored by Louisiana, Mo., Lodge No. 791 advance to the Missouri State contest
posted by www.louisianapressjournal.com on February 18, 2015
Elks Hoop Shoot Arkansas State Champions advance to the regional contest
posted by www.baxterbulletin.com on February 17, 2015
Athletes compete in the Hagerstown, Maryland Elks Hoop Shoot contest
posted by www.heraldmailmedia.com on February 9, 2015
Lockport, N.Y. community supports Elks National Foundation Impact Grant project
posted by www.prweb.com on February 4, 2015
Watch two young athletes practice for the Kansas State Elks Hoop Shoot contest
posted by ksnt.com on February 3, 2015
Young athlete heads to the New Mexico State Elks Hoop Shoot Contest
posted by www.yisd.net on February 3, 2015
Young athlete heads to the Indiana State Elks Hoop Shoot Contest
posted by www.mywabashvalley.com on February 3, 2015
Rochester, N.H., Lodge No. 1393 uses an Elks National Foundation Beacon Grant to serve dinner to homeless vets
posted by www.fosters.com on February 3, 2015
Osage Community, Mo., Lodge No. 2705 uses an Elks National Foundation Impact Grant to provide local youth in need with necessary school and household supplies
posted by lakeexpo.com on January 6, 2015
Winners from Seaside, Ore., Lodge No. 1748 Elks Hoop Shoot contest advance to the district level
posted by www.dailyastorian.com on December 30, 2014
Plymouth, N.H., Lodge No. 2312 announces winners in its Elks Hoop Shoot contest
posted by www.newhampshirelakesandmountains.com on December 30, 2014
Tri-City, R.I., Lodge No. 14 spreads Christmas cheer with an Elks National Foundation Gratitude Grant
posted by warwickonline.com on December 18, 2014
Youths in the Paradise, Calif., Lodge No. 2026 Elks Hoop Shoot love the competition
posted by www.paradisepost.com on December 17, 2014
Watch a video about the Leadville, Color., Lodge No. 236 Elks Hoop Shoot contest
posted by https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=plhyVRLuLIk on December 17, 2014
Community members with disabilities get around town easier thanks to Oswego, N.Y., Lodge No. 271
posted by www.palltimes.com on December 17, 2014
Deming, N.M., Lodge No. 2750 announces winners in its Elks Hoop Shoot contest
posted by www.demingheadlight.com on December 16, 2014
Winners from Mesquite, Nev., Lodge No. 2811 Elks Hoop Shoot contest advance to the district level
posted by mesquitelocalnews.com on December 16, 2014
Winners from Newport, Vt., Lodge No. 2155 Elks Hoop Shoot contest advance to the district level
posted by www.vtelks.org on December 15, 2014
Titusville, Pa., Lodge No. 264 uses an Elks National Foundation Promise Grant to hold a Christmas party for the Big Brothers and Big Sisters
posted by www.titusvilleherald.com on December 15, 2014
Sheboygan, Wis., Lodge No. 299 announces winners in its Elks Hoop Shoot contest
posted by www.sheboyganpress.com on December 15, 2014
Students near Osage Community, Mo., Lodge No. 2705 have the school supplies they need thanks to the Elks and their Elks National Foundation Impact Grant
posted by www.lakenewsonline.com on December 11, 2014
Safford/Clifton, Ariz., Lodge No. 1607 used an Elks National Foundation Promise Grant to provide winter clothes for children in need
posted by www.eacourier.com on December 11, 2014
Mission Viejo-Saddleback Valley, Calif., Lodge No. 2444 Spread Christmas Cheer With Visit to House of Hope
posted by http://alisolagunanews.com/ on December 10, 2014
The Mission Viejo, Saddleback Valley Elks Lodge partnered with Elks National Foundation to bring Santa and Christmas to the House of Hope “Next Step” Shelter located in Orange.
Beaver Falls, Pa., Lodge No. 348 spread Christmas cheer by using an Elks National Foundation Promise Grant to provide presents for children in need
posted by www.timesonline.com on December 8, 2014
Young athletes step up to the line at the Wrangell, Alaska, Lodge No. 1595 Elks Hoop Shoot contest
posted by www.wrangellsentinel.com on December 5, 2014
Cumberland County, Tenn., Lodge No. 2751 announces winners in its Elks Hoop Shoot contest
posted by www.crossville-chronicle.com on December 4, 2014
Winners from Helena, Mont., Lodge No. 193 Elks Hoop Shoot contest advance to the district level
posted by helenair.com on December 4, 2014
Brazil, Ind., Lodge No. 762 announces winners in its Elks Hoop Shoot contest
posted by www.thebraziltimes.com on December 1, 2014
Tamaqua, Pa., Lodge No. 592 announces winners in its Elks Hoop Shoot contest
posted by www.tnonline.com on December 1, 2014
Young athletes compete, connect and succeed at the Mission Valley, Mont., Lodge No. 1695 Elks Hoop Shoot contest
posted by www.valleyjournal.net on November 26, 2014
Butte, Mont., Lodge No. 240 names winners at its Elks Hoop Shoot contest
posted by mtstandard.com on November 26, 2014
Pets find forever homes thanks to Redlands, Calif., Lodge No. 583 and its Elks National Foundation Gratitude Grant
posted by www.redlandsdailyfacts.com on November 25, 2014
Auburn/Webster, Mass., Lodge No. 2118 announces winners of its Elks Hoop Shoot contest
posted by auburnmassdaily.com on November 25, 2014
Siblings in the Fairfield, Conn., Lodge No. 2220 Elks Hoop Shoot contest advance to the district contest
posted by www.fairfield-sun.com on November 25, 2014
Tamaqua, Pa., Lodge No. 592 announces winners of its Elks Hoop Shoot contest
posted by tamaquaarea.wordpress.com on November 25, 2014
Carlsbad, N.M., Lodge No. 1558 hold its Elks Hoop Shoot contest, teaching contestants about discipline and self-confidence
posted by www.currentargus.com on November 17, 2014
Elks Lodge hosts food, coat drive driven by children
posted by Marshall News Messanger on November 10, 2014
In the midst of having a carefree and fun time, children learned about the importance of giving back at the first-ever Kids Lending a Helping Hand event put on by the Marshall Elks Lodge.
Galloway Charter School advances in Hoop Shoot
posted by Shore News Today on November 10, 2014
Galloway Community Charter School basketball players shot their way to the South Jersey District Elks Hoop Shoot competition by winning at their school Oct. 29.
Mission Viejo-Sddlbk Vlly, Calif., Lodge No. 2444 used an Elks National Foundation Gratitude Grant to hold a Stand Down for local veterans in need
posted by ocregister.com on November 1, 2014
Hickory, N.C., Lodge No. 1654 used its Elks National Foundation Gratitude Grant to provide weekend meals for local students in need
posted by hickoryrecord.com on September 18, 2014
Mission Viejo-Sddlbk Vlly, Calif., Lodge No. 2444 used an Elks National Foundation Beacon Grant to hold a carnival for local families in need
posted by alisolagunanews.com on September 2, 2014
East Stroudsburg, Pa., Lodge No. 319 used an Elks National Foundation Promise Grant to provide backpacks, supplies and clothes for students in need heading back to school
posted by poconorecord.com on September 2, 2014
Orangeburg, S.C., Lodge No. 897 uses Elks National Foundation Gratitude Grant to help local soup kitchen
posted by http://thetandd.com on August 18, 2014
Auburn, N.Y., Lodge No. 474 used an Elks National Foundation Gratitude Grant to provide supplies for hospitalized children
posted by auburnpub.com on August 18, 2014
Ashland, Ky., Lodge No. 350 used an Elks National Foundation Impact Grant to start community gardens, providing local elementary school students with fresh produce
posted by dailyindependent.com on August 13, 2014
Macomb, Ill., Lodge No. 1009 uses Elks National Foundation grants to give back to its community
posted by www.mcdonoughvoice.com on August 11, 2014
Rochester, N.H., Lodge No. 1393 used an Elks National Foundation Gratitude Grant to support a local food bank
posted by fosters.com on August 11, 2014
Sunnyvale, Calif., Lodge No. 2128 used an Elks National Foundation Beacon Grant to host a rodeo for youth with special needs
posted by mercurynews.com on August 7, 2014
Clinton, Mass., Lodge No. 1306 used an Elks National Foundation Beacon Grant to distribute smoke detectors to local families in need
posted by telegram.com on July 23, 2014
Top Most Valuable Student scholarship recipient Autumn Pack thanks the Elks at the Elks National Convention in New Orleans, La.
posted July 17, 2014
Oceanside Elk sends ‘hugs’ to deployed troops
posted by San Diego U-T on July 17, 2014
Hillsdale, Mich., Lodge No. 1575 used an Elks National Foundation Beacon Grant to hold a picnic for local youth with special needs
posted by hillsdale.net on July 16, 2014
Fort Scott, Kan., Lodge No. 579 used an Elks National Foundation Gratitude Grant to hold a bicycle safety event for local youth
posted by fstribune.com on July 16, 2014
Redlands, Calif., Lodge No. 583 used an Elks National Foundation Gratitude Grant to provide supplies for homeless and at-risk youth.
posted by redlandsdailyfacts.com on July 7, 2014
El Cajon, Calif., Lodge No. 1812 used an Elks National Foundation Beacon Grant to provide school supplies for former foster youth entering college
posted by sddt.com on July 1, 2014
Yankton, S.D., Lodge No. 994 used an Elks National Foundation Gratitude Grant to provide food for the local Boys and Girls Club
posted by yankton.net on July 1, 2014
San Jose, Calif., Lodge No. 522 used an Elks National Foundation Gratitude Grant to provide support for a local women's shelter
posted by mercurynews.com on June 26, 2014
Brazil, Ind., Lodge No. 762 used an Elks National Foundation Beacon Grant to help veterans in need find pets
posted by thebraziltimes.com on June 10, 2014
Blairsville, Pa., Lodge No. 406 used an Elks National Foundation Gratitude Grant to develop a community garden
posted by indianagazette.com on June 9, 2014
Green Valley, Ariz., Lodge No. 2592 uses an Elks National Foundation Beacon Grant to provide nutritious weekend meals for local students in need
posted by gvnews.com on May 28, 2014
Pendleton, S.C., Lodge No. 2861 used an Elks National Foundation Gratitude Grant to restore a community park and encourage youth to get involved
posted by www.independentmail.com on May 28, 2014
Marysville, Calif., Lodge No. 783 uses an Elks National Foundation Beacon Grant to keep the community clean and beautiful
posted by www.appeal-democrat.com on May 27, 2014
Cape Henlopen, Del., Lodge No. 2540 used an Elks National Foundation-funded Freedom Grant to provide supplies for a female veterans transitional home
posted by capegazette.villagesoup.com on May 23, 2014
Congratulations to B.J. Burries, a 2014 Hoop Shoot National Champion and Getty Powell Award winner!
posted by silverbelt.com on May 21, 2014
Congratulations to Autumn Pack, the Elks National Foundation's top female Most Valuable Student scholar!
posted by chillicothegazette.com on May 19, 2014
Allen Park, Mich., Lodge No. 2194 used an Elks National Foundation Gratitude Grant to provide bicycles for local youth during bike safety week
posted by thenewsherald.com on May 14, 2014
Van Wert, Ohio, Lodge No. 1197 used an Elks National Foundation Promise Grant to hold a drug awareness graduation party for local students
posted by thevwindependent.com on May 14, 2014
Miami, Okla., Lodge No. 1320 uses an Elks National Foundation Beacon Grant to provide nutritious weekend meals for local students in need
posted by miamiok.com on May 9, 2014
Plainview, Texas, Lodge No. 1175 uses an Elks National Foundation Promise Grant to hold a dance for local students with special needs
posted by my plainview.com on May 5, 2014
Clearfield, Pa., Lodge No. 540 used an Elks National Foundation Gratitude Grant to provide theater performances for community members
posted by gantdaily.com on May 1, 2014
Kyla Jamison, sponsored by Salem, Ohio, Lodge No. 305, is an Elks Hoop Shoot National Finalist
posted by thebellevuegazette.com on April 30, 2014
Recipients of Fond du Lac, Wis., Lodge No. 57's Elks National Foundation Impact Grant express their gratitude for the Elks
posted by expressmilwaukee.com on April 21, 2014
Ottawa, Ill., Lodge No. 588 uses an Elks National Foundation Beacon Grant to provide social activities for residents living in a local retirement home
posted by mywebtimes.com on April 21, 2014
Sidney, Wash., Lodge No. 786 uses an Elks National Foundation Beacon Grant to provide smoke detectors and fire safety information for community members in need
posted by kitsapsun.com on April 14, 2014
Lily Miller, sponsord by Ottawa, Ill., Lodge No. 588, advances to the Elks National Foundtion-funded Hoop Shoot National Finals
posted by mywebtimes.com on April 10, 2014
Crystal Bell, sponsored by Bangor, Maine, Lodge No. 244, advances to the Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot National Finals
posted by bangordailynews.com on April 9, 2014
Jackson Porter, sponsored by Macomb, Ill., Lodge No. 1009, advances to the Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot National Finals
posted by journalpilot.com on April 9, 2014
Luke Applewhite, sponsored by Katy, Tex., Lodge No. 2628, advances to the Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot National Finals
posted by http://abclocal.go.com/ on April 8, 2014
Justice Kidwell, sponsored by Fredericksburg, Va., Lodge No. 875, advances to the Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot National Finals
posted by http://news.fredericksburg.com on April 8, 2014
Searcy, Ark., Lodge No. 2247 uses an Elks National Foundation Beacon Grant to serve community members living in a local nursing home
posted by thedailycitizen.com on April 8, 2014
Rochester, N.H., Lodge No. 1393 uses an Elks National Foundation Beacon Grant to provide meals for community members in need
posted by fosters.com on April 7, 2014
Bradley Jamison, sponsored by Egg Harbor Township, N.J., Lodge No. 2563, advances to the Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot National Finals
posted by capemaycountyherald.com on April 7, 2014
Marlee Kochman, sponsored by Indiana, Pa., Lodge No. 931, advances to the Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot National Finals
posted by indianagazette.com on March 31, 2014
Micah Naranjo, sponsored by Paducah, Ky., Lodge No. 217, advances to the Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot National Finals
posted by www.wpsdlocal6.com on March 27, 2014
Joseph Girard III, sponsored by Glens Falls, N.Y., Lodge No. 81, advances to the Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot National Finals
posted by poststar.com on March 26, 2014
Clay Center, Kan., Lodge No. 2253 used an Elks National Foundation Beacon Grant to provide activities for community members with special needs
posted by ccenterdispatch.com on March 24, 2014
Young athletes in Ohio advance to the Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot National Finals
posted by limaohio.com on March 24, 2014
Most Valuable Student scholar Suzanne Luff, sponsored by Colorado Spring, Colo., Lodge No, 309, started Hats 4 Hope to benefit parents and babies in need
posted by NBC news on March 20, 2014
Koryn Playford, sponsored by Hillsdale, Mich., Lodge No. 1575, advances to the Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot National Finals
posted by hillsdale.net on March 20, 2014
Young athletes in Indiana advance through district and state Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot contests. Listen here.
posted by ihigh.com on March 20, 2014
Matthew Mors, sponsored by Yankton, S.D., Lodge No. 994, is headed to the Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot National Finals
posted by yankton.net on March 13, 2014
St. George/Dixie, Utah, Lodge No. 1743 used an Elks National Foundation grant to start a local food pantry
posted by http://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/archive/2014/03/06/nab-millcreek-food-pantry-changing-lives-thanks-elks-lodge-grant/#.UxoRroVI_wI on March 7, 2014
B.J. Burries, sponsored by Pinal Mountain, Ariz., Lodge No. 2809, advances to the Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot National Finals
posted by silverbelt.com on March 5, 2014
Hendersonville, N.C., Lodge No. 1616 uses an Elks National Foundation Impact Grant to restore a local park
posted by hendersonvillelightning.com on February 21, 2014
Athlete from Wheeling, W. Va. advances to the Regional Semi-Finals in the Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot
posted by wtrf.com on February 10, 2014
Arkansas State Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot contest winners advance to Regional Semi-Finals
posted by baxterbulletin.com on February 6, 2014
2013 Hoop Shoot National Finalist Ayden Richmond, sponsored by Ashtabula, Ohio, Lodge No. 208, advances to the Elks National Foundation-funded State Hoop Shoot contest
posted by StarBeacon.com on February 5, 2014
Winners of the Michigan Southeast District Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot contest advance to State competition
posted by thedailyreporter.com on January 20, 2014
Winners of the Nebraska Central District Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot contest advance to State competition
posted by kearneyhub.com on January 20, 2014
Winners from Northwest Ohio District Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot contest advance to State
posted by timesbulletin.com on January 16, 2014
Youth in San Antonio, Texas compete in the Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot for the chance to have their names in the Basketball Hall of Fame
posted by kens5.com on January 13, 2014
Hagerstown, Md., Lodge No. 378 supports the community through the Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot
posted by www.heraldmailmedia.com on January 13, 2014
Saugus-Everett, Mass., Lodge No. 642 gives back to the community through the Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot
posted by wickedlocal.com on January 13, 2014
2013 Hoop Shoot National Finalist Matthew Mors, sponsored by Yankton, S.D., Lodge No. 994, advances to the Regional Semi-Finals in the 2014 ENF-funded Hoop Shoot
posted by Yankton.net on January 7, 2014
San Benito, Texas, Lodge No. 1661 uses an Elks National Foundation Beacon Grant to host a party for local children with special needs
posted by BrownsvilleHerald.com on December 31, 2013
San Benito, Texas, Lodge No. 1661 uses an ENF-funded Freedom Grant to provide supplies for veterans in need
posted by SBNewspaper.com on December 31, 2013
Troy, Mo., Lodge No. 2805 uses an Elks National Foundation Promise Grant to provide Christmas gifts for local children in need
posted by LincolnCountyJournal.com on December 24, 2013
Winners named in Craig, Colo., Lodge No. 1577 Elks National Foundation-funded Lodge Hoop Shoot contest
posted by craigdailypress.com on December 23, 2013
Sapulpa, Okla., Lodge No. 1118 holds Elks National Foundation-funded Lodge Hoop Shoot contest
posted by sapulpaheraldonline.com on December 23, 2013
Ely, Nev., Lodge No. 1469 names winners in its Elks National Foundation-funded Lodge Hoop Shoot contest
posted by elynews.com on December 23, 2013
Winners named in Ada, Okla., Lodge No. 1640 Elks National Foundation-funded Lodge Hoop Shoot contest
posted by theadanews.com on December 23, 2013
Temecula Valley, Calif., Lodge No. 2801 names winners in its Elks National Foundation-funded Lodge Hoop Shoot contest
posted by murrieta.patch.com on December 23, 2013
Terre Haute, Ind., Lodge No. 86 holds Elks National Foundation-funded Lodge Hoop Shoot contest
posted by tribstar.com on December 23, 2013
Sayre, Pa., Lodge No. 1148 names winners in its Elks National Foundation-funded Lodge Hoop Shoot contest
posted by morning-times.com on December 23, 2013
Mesquite, Nev., Lodge No. 2811 holds Elks National foundation-funded Lodge Hoop Shoot contest
posted by MesquiteLocalNews.com on December 18, 2013
Winners named in Ogdensburg, N.Y., Lodge No. 772 Elks National Foundation-funded Lodge Hoop Shoot contest
posted by OGD.com on December 18, 2013
Winners from Redlands, Calif., Lodge No. 583 Elks National Foundation-funded Lodge Hoop Shoot contest advance to district competition
posted by RedlandsDailyFacts.com on December 18, 2013
Laughlin, Nev., Lodge No. 2872 uses Elks National Foundation grants to serve community members in need
posted by LaughlinTimes.com on December 18, 2013
La Junta, Colo., Lodge No. 701 holds Elks National Foundation-funded Lodge Hoop Shoot contest
posted by lajuntatribunedemocrat.com on December 18, 2013
Winners named in Pierre, S.D., Lodge No. 1953 Elks National Foundation-funded Lodge Hoop Shoot contest
posted by capjournal.com on December 18, 2013
Winners named in the Mont. West District Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot contest
posted by LeaderAdvertiser.com on December 17, 2013
Cortez, Colo., Lodge No. 1789 names winners in its Elks National Foundation-funded Lodge Hoop Shoot contest
posted by CortezJournal.com on December 17, 2013
Winners of the Fairfield, Conn., Lodge No. 2220 local Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot contest advance to the district competition
posted by FairfieldCitizenOnline.com on December 17, 2013
Uhrichsville, Ohio, Lodge No. 424 names winners in its Elks National Foundation-funded Lodge Hoop Shoot Contest
posted by TimesReporter.com on December 17, 2013
Winners named in the Nashua, N.H., Lodge No., 720 Elks National Foundation-funded Lodge Hoop Shoot contest
posted by NashuaTelegraph.com on December 17, 2013
Winners of the Trenton, Mo., Lodge No. 801 Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot contest advance to the district competition
posted by Republican-Times.com on December 17, 2013
Tahoe/Douglas, Nev., Lodge No. 2670 uses an Elks National Foundation Impact Grant to partner with Live Violence Free to provide support for families in need during the holiday season
posted by TahoeDailyTribune.com on December 17, 2013
Fort Scott, Kan., Lodge No. 579 uses an Elks National Foundation Beacon Grant to serve meals to community members in need
posted by FSTribune.com on December 12, 2013
Pierre, S.D., Lodge No. 1953 uses Elks National Foundation grants to support military families in need
posted by DRGNews.com on November 27, 2013
Lusk, Wyo., names winners in its Elks National Foundation-funded Lodge Hoop Shoot contest
posted by LuskHerald.com on November 27, 2013
Wagoner, Okla., Lodge No. 2838 names winners in its Elks National Foundation-funded Lodge Hoop Shoot contest
posted by wagonertribune.com on November 25, 2013
Athens, Tenn., Lodge No. 1927 names winners in its Elks National Foundation-funded Lodge Hoop Shoot contest
posted by http://dpa.xtn.net on November 25, 2013
Arcadia Valley (Arcadia), Mo., Lodge No. 2330 names winners in its Elks National Foundation-funded Lodge Hoop Shoot contest
posted by WayneCoJournalBanner.com on November 25, 2013
Lake Stockton, Mo., Lodge No. 2858 announced winners of its Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot contest
posted by CedarRepublican.com on November 21, 2013
Coolidge-Florence, Ariz., Lodge No. 2350 names winners at its Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot contest
posted by TriValleyCentral.com on November 21, 2013
Kinderhook, N.Y., Lodge No. 2530 hosts its Lodge Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot contest
posted by RegisterStar.com on November 12, 2013
Winners in the Van Wert, Ohio, Lodge No. 1197 local Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot contest advance to the district level
posted by TimesBulletin.com on November 6, 2013
Jonesboro, Ark., Lodge No. 498 was awarded an Elks National Foundation Impact Grant to help those with disabilities in the community
posted by http://craigheadcounty.kait8.com on November 5, 2013
Brainerd, Minn., Lodge No. 615 uses Elks National Foundation grants to serve those in need in the community
posted by BrainerdDispatch.com on November 5, 2013
Great Falls, Mont., Lodge No. 214 holds its local Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot contest
posted by KRTV.com on November 5, 2013
Wadena, Minn., Lodge No. 2386 used an Elks National Foundation Impact Grant to build an educational greenhouse for the local school district
posted by BrainerdDispatch.com on October 30, 2013
Golden, Colo., Lodge No. 2740 hosts scholar meet-up at Lodge for local Elks National Foundation scholars
posted by Denverpost.com on October 30, 2013
Somerville, N.J., Lodge No. 1068 announces winners of its Elks National Foundation-funded Local Hoop Shoot contest
posted by http://www.nj.com/messenger-gazette on October 17, 2013
Salisbury, N.C., Lodge No. 699 used an Elks National Foundation Promise Grant to partner with local organizations to distribute school supplies to local students in need
posted by SalisburyPost.com on October 14, 2013
St. George 'Dixie,' Utah, Lodge No. 1743 use a Elks National Foundation-funded Freedom Grant to help homeless veterans transition back into everyday life
posted by StGeorgeUtah.com on October 14, 2013
Using Elks National Foundation Beacon, Gratitude and Promise Grants, Sahuarita, Ariz., Lodge No. 2851 served those in need in the community
posted by Sahuarita Sun on October 9, 2013
West Plains, Mo., Lodge No. 2418 names winners in local Elks National Foundation-funded Hoop Shoot contest
posted by West Plains Daily Quill on October 9, 2013
Elks National Foundation-funded Drug Awareness Program spokesperson, Milton Creagh, inspires youth across Idaho to stay healthy thanks to the Idaho State Elks Association
posted by KTVB.com on October 8, 2013
Hickory, N.C., Lodge No. 1654 used an Elks National Foundation Gratitude Grant to provide weekend meals for local students in need
posted by Hickory Record on September 30, 2013
Hickory, N.C., Lodge No. 1654 used an Elks National Foundation Gratitude Grant to provide weekend meals for local students in need
Fond du Lac, Wis., Lodge No. 57, uses an Elks National Foundation Impact Grant to bring the community together through an arts program
posted by FDLReporter.com on September 18, 2013
Read more about Fond du Lac, Wis., Lodge No. 57, and how it uses an Elks National Foundation Impact Grant to bring the community together through an arts program
Mission Viejo-Sddlbk Vlly, Calif., Lodge No. 2444 used an Elks National Foundation Gratitude Grant to repair the home of a local senior in need
posted by AlisoLagunaNews.com on September 16, 2013
Mission Viejo-Sddlbk Vlly, Calif., Lodge No. 2444 used an Elks National Foundation Gratitude Grant to repair the home of a local senior in need
Fond du Lac, Wis., Lodge No. 57 used an Elks National Foundation Impact Grant to run an art program for at-risk teens
posted by WBay.com on August 16, 2013
Fond du Lac, Wis., Lodge No. 57 used an Elks National Foundation Impact Grant to run an art program for at-risk teens
Cahaba Valley, Ala., Lodge No. 1738 used an Elks National Foundation Impact Grant to provide care and comfort to dialysis patients
posted by blog.al.com on September 12, 2013
Cahaba Valley, Ala., Lodge No. 1738 used an Elks National Foundation Impact Grant to provide care and comfort to dialysis patients
Hickory, N.C., Lodge No. 1654 used an Elks National Foundation Beacon Grant to hold social events for adults with special needs
posted by Hickory Record on September 4, 2013
Hickory, N.C., Lodge No. 1654 used an Elks National Foundation Beacon Grant to hold social events for adults with special needs
Las Vegas, Nev., Lodge No. 1468 used an Elks National Foundation Beacon Grant to partner veterans suffering from PTSD with service dogs
posted by KTNV.com on August 6, 2013
Las Vegas, Nev., Lodge No. 1468 used an Elks National Foundation Beacon Grant to partner veterans suffering from PTSD with service dogs
Bradenton, Fla., Lodge No. 1511 used an Elks National Foundation Gratitude Grant to hold a fishing trip for veterans in need
posted by Bradenton.com on July 30, 2013
Bradenton, Fla., Lodge No. 1511 used an Elks National Foundation Gratitude Grant to hold a fishing trip for veterans in need
Coos Bay, Ore., Lodge No. 1160 uses an Elks National Foundation Impact Grant to provide food for students in need throughout the year
posted by TheWorldLink.com on July 29, 2013
Coos Bay, Ore., Lodge No. 1160 uses an Elks National Foundation Impact Grant to provide food for students in need throughout the year
Sandpoint, Idaho, Lodge No. 1376 used an Elks National Foundation Promise Grant to hold golf lessons for local youth
posted by Bonner County Daily Bee on July 29, 2013
Sandpoint, Idaho, Lodge No. 1376 used an Elks National Foundation Promise Grant to hold golf lessons for local youth
Casper, Wyo., Lodge No. 1353 does some heavy lifting to help local high school powerlifting team using an ENF Gratitude Grant
posted by KCWY 13 on July 24, 2013
Casper, Wyo., Lodge No. 1353 used an ENF Gratitude Grant to donate to a local powerlifting team
Watch how Pahrump, Nev., Lodge No. 2796 used Elks National Foundation grants to distribute shoes to local students in need
posted by KVPM 41 TV on July 18, 2013
Watch how Pahrump, Nev., Lodge No. 2796 used Elks National Foundation grants to distribute shoes to local students in need
Clay Center, Kans., Lodge No. 2253 uses an Elks National Foundation Promise Grant to provide meals for local students in need
posted by CCenterDispatch.com on July 16, 2013
Clay Center, Kans., Lodge No. 2253 uses an Elks National Foundation Promise Grant to provide meals for local students in need
Summit, N.J., Lodge No. 1246 uses an Elks National Foundation Impact Grant to start a mentoring program for local veterans
posted by The Alternative Press on July 15, 2013
Summit, N.J., Lodge No. 1246 uses an Elks National Foundation Impact Grant to start a mentoring program for local veterans
Wareham, MA ., Lodge No. 1548 used an ENF Gratitude Grant to help homeless in the community
posted by wickedlocal.com on July 9, 2013
Wareham, MA ., Lodge No. 1548 used an ENF Gratitude Grant to help homeless in the community
Brazil, Ind., Lodge No. 762 used an ENF grant to provide pets for local veterans
posted by Brazil Times on July 8, 2013
Brazil, Ind., Lodge No. 762 used an ENF grant to provide pets for local veterans
Congratulations to 2013 Most Valuable Student scholars sponsored by Beloit, Wis., Lodge No. 864
posted by Beloit Daily News on June 25, 2013
Congratulations to 2013 Most Valuable Student scholars sponsored by Beloit, Wis., Lodge No. 864
Skowhegan-Madison, Maine, Lodge No. 2531 used an ENF Gratitude Grant to build a community garden
posted by Morning Sentinel on June 18, 2013
Skowhegan-Madison, Maine, Lodge No. 2531 used an ENF Gratitude Grant to build a community garden
New Albany, Ind., Lodge No. 270 uses an ENF Beacon Grant to read and discuss books with local students
posted by NewsandTribune.com on June 11, 2013
New Albany, Ind., Lodge No. 270 uses an ENF Beacon Grant to read and discuss books with local students
Oak Ridge, Tenn., Lodge No. 1684 uses an ENF Promise Grant to hold an Drug Awareness event for local youth
posted by OakRidgeToday.com on June 10, 2013
Oak Ridge, Tenn., Lodge No. 1684 uses an ENF Promise Grant to hold an Drug Awareness event for local youth
St. George 'Dixie', Lodge No. 1743 uses an ENF Gratitude Grant to hold swimming lessons for individuals with special needs
posted by kcsg.com on June 6, 2013
St. George 'Dixie,' Lodge No. 1743 uses an ENF Gratitude Grant to hold swimming lessons for individuals with special needs
Congratulations to 2013 Most Valuable Student scholars Christina Fang and Allison Yamamoto, sposored by Sacremento, Calif., Lodge No. 6
posted by Valcomnews.com on May 24, 2013
Congratulations to 2013 Most Valuable Student scholars Christina Fang and Allison Yamamoto, sposored by Sacremento, Calif., Lodge No. 6
Alamosa, Colo., Lodge No. 1297 used an ENF Beacon Grant to run a child safety booth at a community event
posted by Alamosa News on May 22, 2013
Alamosa, Colo., Lodge No. 1297 used an ENF Beacon Grant to run a child safety booth at a community event
Iowa State Elks Association reunites Afghanistan veteran with his service dog
posted by www.ksdk.com on May 20, 2013
Iowa State Elks Association reunites Afghanistan veteran with his service dog
Watch how New Albany, Ind., Lodge No. 270 used an ENF Beacon Grant to encourage youth to read
posted by http://www.nafcs.k12.in.us/ on May 17, 2013
Watch how New Albany, Ind., Lodge No. 270 used an ENF Beacon Grant to encourage youth to read
Students sponsored by Catalina Mountain, Ariz., Lodge No. 2815 receive 2013 ENF Most Valuable Student scholarship
posted by explorernews.com on May 16, 2013
Students sponsored by Catalina Mountain, Ariz., Lodge No. 2815 receive ENF Most Valuable Student scholarship
Napa, Calif., Lodge No. 832 uses an ENF Beacon Grant to hold golf workshops for local youth
posted by http://napavalleyregister.com/ on May 15, 2013
Napa, Calif., Lodge No. 832 uses an ENF Beacon Grant to hold golf workshops for local youth
Congratulations to 2013 ENF scholars sponsored by Greybull, Wyo., Lodge No. 1431
posted by www.greybullstandard.com on May 10, 2013
Congratulations to 2013 ENF scholars sponsored by Greybull, Wyo, Lodge No. 1431
Congratulations to 2013 Legacy Awards scholar Bailey Walker, sponsored by Donaldsonville, La., Lodge No. 1153
posted by SJABR.org on May 8, 2013
Congratulations to 2013 Legacy Awards scholar Bailey Walker, sponsored by Donaldsonville, La., Lodge No. 1153
Joplin, Mo., Lodge No. 501 used an ENF Impact Grant to build a community garden
posted by The Joplin Globe on April 22, 2013
Joplin, Mo., Lodge No. 501 used an ENF Impact Grant to build a community garden to benefit neightbors in need
Livermore-Pleasanton, Calif., Lodge No. 2117 uses an ENF Promise Grant to hold a carnival for local youth
posted by Tri-Valley Times on April 11, 2013
Livermore-Pleasanton, Calif., Lodge No. 2117 uses an ENF Promise Grant to hold a carnival for local youth
Vacaville, Calif., Lodge No. 2638 uses an ENF grant to help local youth in need learn job skills and gain work experience
posted by The Reporter, Vacaville, Calif. on April 1, 2013
Vacaville, Calif., Lodge No. 2638 uses an ENF grant to help local youth in need learn job skills and gain work experience
Golden, Colo., Lodge No. 2740 uses an ENF Promise Grant to hold a after-prom party for local youth
posted by OurGoldenNews.com on April 1, 2013
Golden, Colo., Lodge No. 2740 uses an ENF Promise Grant to hold a after-prom party for local youth
Summerville, S.C., Lodge No. 2719 uses an ENF grant to help families living with Alzheimer's disease
posted by The Summerville Journel Scene on April 1, 2013
Summerville, S.C., Lodge No. 2719 uses an ENF grant to help families living with Alzheimer's disease
Brainerd, Minn., Lodge No. 615 uses an ENF grant to host information session for pregnant women
posted by BrainerdDispatch.com on April 1, 2013
Brainerd, Minn., Lodge No. 615 uses an ENF grant to host information session for pregnant women
Faribault, Minn., Lodge No. 1166 uses an ENF Beacon Grant to start a food program benefitting local youth
posted by Faribault Daily News on March 20, 2013
Faribault, Minn., Lodge No. 1166 uses an ENF Beacon Grant to start a food program benefitting local youth
Richmond, Va., Lodge No. 45 builds stronger communities by supporting a local elementary school
posted by NBC12.com on March 19, 2013
Richmond, Va., Lodge No. 45 builds stronger communities by supporting a local elementary school
Clay Center, Kan., Lodge No. 2253 uses ENF Promise Grant to promote acceptance of youth with Down Syndrome
posted by The Clay Center Dispatch on March 19, 2013
Clay Center, Kan., Lodge No. 2253 uses ENF Promise Grant to promote acceptance of youth with Down Syndrome
St. George 'Dixie,' Lodge No. 1743 uses a Freedom Grant to host end-of-life preparation workshop for local veterans
posted by stgnews.com on March 18, 2013
St. George 'Dixie,' Lodge No. 1743 uses a Freedom Grant to host end-of-life preparation workshop for local veterans
Danville, Ill., Lodge No. 332 uses a Freedom Grant to help local homeless veterans
posted by Commercial-News.com on March 18, 2013
Danville, Ill., Lodge No. 332 uses a Freedom Grant to help local homeless veterans
Union City, Ga., Lodge No. 1617 uses an ENF Grant to support a local horse riding program
posted by Times-Herald.com on March 18, 2013
Union City, Ga., Lodge No. 1617 uses an ENF Grant to support a local horse riding program
Osage Community, Mo., Lodge No. 2705 uses ENF Impact Grant to start a program to support local needy children
posted by Osage Community, Mo., Lodge No. 2705 website on March 13, 2013
Osage Community, Mo., Lodge No. 2705 uses ENF Impact Grant to start a program to support local needy children
Elks Hoop Shoot Participant Shoots for Charity
posted by Beaumont, TX Local News on March 7, 2013
ENF-funded Hoop Shoot participant shoots for charity
Mesquite, Nev., Lodge No. 2811 honors outstanding citizens
posted by Mesquite Local News on February 28, 2013
Mesquite, Nev., Lodge No. 2811 honors outstanding citizens
Yorktown, N.Y., Lodge No. 2324 helps deliver hot meals to homebound seniors
posted by Yorktown-Somers Patch on February 21, 2013
Yorktown, N.Y., Lodge No. 2324 helps deliver hot meals to home bound seniors
Vero Beach, Fla., Lodge No. 1774 gets a surprise, in-person thank you from Navy nurse for the cookies sent overseas
posted by TCPalm on February 19, 2013
Navy nurse thanks Vero Beach, Fla., Lodge No. 1774 members in person for cookies
Vero Beach, Fla., Lodge No. 1774 gives community a warm welcome and continues to help others
posted by Luminaries on February 15, 2013
Vero Beach, Fla., Lodge No. 1774 gives community a warm welcome and continues to help others
Fort Morgan, Colo., Lodge No. 1143 celebrates an impressive 30 years of blood drives
posted by The Fort Morgan Times on February 15, 2013
Fort Morgan, Colo., Lodge No. 1143 has been honored for its commitment to hosting blood drives at the Lodge for the past 30 years.
Christian County, Mo., Lodge No. 2777 helps purchase smoke detectors for community members in need
posted by News-Leader.com on February 13, 2013
Christian County, Mo., Lodge No. 2777 helps purchase smoke detectors for community members in need
Stuart-Jensen, Fla., Lodge No. 1870 has been making a difference in the local community for 50 years
posted by Treasure Cost Luminaries on February 11, 2013
Stuart-Jensen, Fla., Lodge No. 1870 has been making a difference in the local community for 50 years
Osage Community, Mo., Lodge No. 2705 provides furniture for domestic violence shelter
posted by Lake News Online on February 7, 2013
Osage Community, Mo., Lodge No. 2705 provides furniture for domestic violence shelter
Coventry-West Greenwich, R.I., Lodge No. 2285 use ENF Beacon Grant to help local veterans
posted by Coventry Patch on February 6, 2013
Coventry-West Greenwich, R.I., Lodge No. 2285 use Beacon Grant to help local veterans
Ottumwa, Iowa, Lodge No. 347 runs a K-9 Clinic for local pets
posted by Ottumwa Courier Online on February 4, 2013
Ottumwa, Iowa, Lodge No. 347 runs a K-9 Clinic for local pets
The Nebraska State Elks Association uses puppets to educate children about bullying
posted by The Ashland Gazette on February 1, 2013
The Nebraska State Elks Association uses puppets to educate children on bullying
Elks at Orange, Calif., Lodge No. 1475 help award winning police dogs
posted by Orange County Register on January 31, 2013
Orange, Calif., Lodge No. 1475 donate to help train award winning police dogs.
Barre, Vt., Lodge No. 1535 an important part of the local community for 86 years
posted by Times-Argus on January 28, 2013
Barre, Vt., Lodge No. 1535 an important part of the local community for 86 years
Canon City, Colo., Lodge No. 610 named City Chamber's Member of the Month
posted by Canon City Daily Record on January 28, 2013
Canon City, Colo., Lodge No. 610 named City Chamber's Member of the Month
With the help of Tom Brazier, Rock Island, Ill., Lodge No. 980 provides care packages for troops overseas
posted by The State Journal-Register on January 28, 2013
With the help of Tom Brazier, Rock Island, Ill., Lodge No. 980 provides care packages for troops overseas
Dexter, Mo., Lodge No. 2439 builds wheelchair ramp for local veteran
posted by The Dexter Daily Statesman on January 22, 2013
Dexter, Mo., Lodge No. 2439 donated materials and labor to build a wheelchair ramp for a local veteran in need.
Lompoc, Calif., Lodge No. 2274 celebrates 50 years of service
posted by Lompoc Record on January 21, 2013
Lompoc, Calif., Lodge No. 2274 recently turned 50 years old.
Corvallis, Ore., Lodge No. 1413's Impact Grant project offers monthly meals and more to those in need
posted by Corvaillis Gazette-Times on January 21, 2013
Corvallis, Ore., Lodge No. 1413 offers monthly brunch for those in need
Hopkins, Minn., Lodge No. 2221 receives an Impact Grant to "team up" for local homeless teens
posted by Sun Sailor on January 17, 2013
The Sun Sailor reports on Hopkins, Minn., Lodge No. 2221's Impact Grant project to reach out to local homeless teens.
Elk at St. Joseph-Benton Harbor, Mich., Lodge No. 541 continues to give back to the community in his father's name
posted by The Herald-Palladium on January 16, 2013
An Elk at St. Joseph-Benton Harbor, Mich., Lodge No. 541 has continually given back to the community that helped his family growing up.
Pasadena, Calif., Lodge No. 672 featured on local news for their good work in the community, and their landmark building.
posted by KTLA5 on January 15, 2013
Elks at Newark, N.J., Lodge No. 1249 spread holiday cheer by visiting veterans at local Canandaigua Medical Center
posted by Wayne Post.com on January 15, 2013
Elks at Newark, N.J., Lodge No. 1249 spread holiday cheer by visiting veterans at local Canandaigua Medical Center
Flemington, N.J., Lodge No. 1928 continues its tradition of visiting veterans in local nursing homes
posted by NJ.com on January 14, 2013
Flemington, N.J., Lodge No. 1928 continues its tradition of visiting veterans in local nursing homes
There’s no slowing down this exalted Elk
posted by New Hampshire Sentinal Source on January 14, 2013
Charity, justice, brotherly love and fidelity. That’s at the core of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. And, as it turns out, the heart of Robert A. Jones.
Resilient Joplin, Mo., Lodge No. 501 reopens its doors, continues strong service to the community
posted by The Joplin Globe on January 11, 2013
Joplin, Mo., Lodge No. 501 opens its doors, continues strong service to the community
Elks at Alliance, Ohio., Lodge No. 467 strive to contribute to local community in a big way
posted by The Alliance Review on January 10, 2013
Elks at Alliance, Ohio., Lodge No. 467 strive to contribute to local community in a big way.
Titusville, Pa., Lodge No. 264 continues to make charitable donations to the community
posted by The Titusville Herald on January 8, 2013
Titusville, Pa., Lodge No. 264 busy making charitable donations to the community
Osage Community, Mo., Lodge No. 2705 is busy helping veterans, youth and those in need
posted by Lake Expo.com on January 5, 2013
Elks at Osage Community, Mo., Lodge No. 2705 helps veterans with their deer hide program and donates time and money to local organizations that feed the needy.
Hoboken, N.J., Lodge No. 74 transforms into a 24-hour art studio to support Hurricane Sandy relief
posted by nj.com on January 4, 2013
Hoboken, N.J., Lodge No. 74 brings in local artists to help those affected by Hurricane Sandy
Dover, N.H., Lodge No. 184 named the Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce 2012 non-profit of the year
posted by Foster's Daily Democrat.com on January 4, 2013
Dover, N.H., Lodge No. 184 was honored this past week as the 2012 non-profit of the year by the Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce
Elks at Valparaiso, Ind., Lodge No. 500 team up with local high schoolers to spread Christmas cheer
posted by Valpo Community.com on December 31, 2012
Valparaiso, Ind., Lodge No. 500, along with a group of local high schoolers, pass out Christmas gifts to veterans.
Port Jervis, N.Y., Lodge No. 645's Christmas eve party a hit with local kids in need
posted by Times-Herald Records Online on December 28, 2012
Port Jervis, N.Y., Lodge No. 645's Christmas eve party a hit with local kids in need
Elks at Presque Isle, Maine., Lodge No. 1954 work hard to accommodate big crowds at their annual Christmas dinner
posted by WAGMTV.com on December 27, 2012
Presque Isle, Maine., Lodge No. 1954 have a large community Christmas dinner.
Nashua, N.H., Lodge No. 720 uses ENF Impact Grant to ensure patrons of local soup kitchen have a very special Christmas
posted by The Telegraph on December 27, 2012
Using a portion of their ENF Impact Grant, Nashua, N.H., Lodge No. 720 serve meals on Christmas to local patrons of a soup kitchen.
Laramie, Wyo., Lodge No. 582 gets in the Christmas spirit with their annual community dinner
posted by Laramie Boomerang on December 27, 2012
Elks at Laramie, Wyo., Lodge No. 582 spend Christmas Eve serving dinner to the community.
Ashland, Ky., Lodge No. 350 volunteers proud to serve community on Christmas
posted by The Independent on December 27, 2012
Ashland, Ky., Lodge No. 350 served over one thousand meals on Christmas for the 40th consecutive year.
Waterville, Maine., Lodge No. 905 serves up three-quarters of a ton of food at annual Central Maine Family Christmas Dinner
posted by Morning Sentinel on December 26, 2012
Waterville, Maine., Lodge No. 905 serves up three-quarters of a ton of food at annual Central Maine Family Christmas Dinner
Madisonville, Ky., Lodge No. 738 marks over thirty years of giving through Christmas basket program
posted by Surfky.com News on December 26, 2012
Madisonville, Ky., Lodge No. 738 has been packing up and delivering Christmas baskets to those in need for over 30 years.
Plymouth, Mich., Lodge No. 1780 and ENF Gratitude Grant provide Christmas care packages to 850 veterans
posted by Observer and Eccentric on December 24, 2012
Plymouth, Mich., Lodge No. 1780 and ENF Gratitude Grant provide Christmas care packages to 850 veterans
274 families have a very merry Christmas thanks to Joplin, Mo., Lodge No. 501
posted by Four States Home Page on December 24, 2012
Joplin, Mo., Lodge No. 501 give 274 families a merry Christmas
Wausau, Wis., Lodge No. 248, with the help of six Santas, provides gifts to 35 community families
posted by WAOW on December 24, 2012
Wausau, Wis., Lodge No. 248, with the help of six Santas, provides gifts to 35 community families
Elks at Thousand Oaks, Calif., Lodge No. 2477 deliever Christmas joy to families in need
posted by Ventura County Star on December 21, 2012
Thousand Oaks, Calif., Lodge No. 2477 delievers Christmas joy to families in need
Winter Haven, Fla., Lodge No. 1672 among the community groups lending a holiday hand to those in need
posted by Time Out Central Florida on December 20, 2012
Winter Haven, Fla., Lodge No. 1672 among the community groups lending a holiday hand to those in need
Elks at Highland, Ark., Lodge No. 2539 serve as elves during holiday visit to veterans at local nursing homes
posted by Area Wide News on December 20, 2012
Elks at Highland, Ark., Lodge No. 2539 visited veterans at local nursing homes this holiday season
Louisiana, Mo., Lodge No. 791 takes 425 families in need shopping for Christmas
posted by KHQA on December 18, 2012
Louisiana, Mo., Lodge No. 791 continues it's holiday tradition by taking 425 families in need shopping for Christmas
East Stroudsburg, Pa., Lodge No. 319 uses ENF Promise Grant to throw back-to-school bash for youth.
posted by Pocono Record on December 14, 2012
Perryville, Mo., Lodge No. 2701 uses an ENF Promise Grant to throw a drug-awareness party for teens.
posted by The Perryville Republic Monitor on December 14, 2012
St. George 'Dixie', Utah, Lodge No. 1743 prepares to be featured in national film about the Elks.
posted by St. George News on December 13, 2012
Read the article about the Lodge, and then visit the ENF webpage for more information about the film.
East Stroudsburg, Pa., Lodge No. 319 holds back-to-school bash with an ENF Promise Grant
posted by Pocono Record on December 13, 2012
East Stroudsburg, Pa., Lodge No. 319 used an ENF Promise Grant to run a back-to-school bash for local kids.
Community member thanks the Elks at Auburn, Calif., Lodge No. 1691 for their commitment to area elementary school
posted by Auburn Journal on December 12, 2012
In a letter to the editor, local praises Auburn, Calif., Lodge No. 1691 for their generosity towards area youth
Beaver Dam, Wis., Lodge No. 1540 continues its 61 year tradition of feeding those in need during the Christmas season
posted by Beaver Dam Daily Citizen on December 12, 2012
Beaver Dam, Wis., Lodge No. 1540 continues its 61 year tradition of feeding those in need during the holidays
Elks at Vernal, Utah., Lodge No. 2375 host veterans for Christmas
posted by Vernal Express.com on December 12, 2012
Vernal, Utah., Lodge No. 2375 host veterans for Christmas at the Lodge
Sturgis, Mich., Lodge No. 1381 holds annual "Boots and Shoes" event for local kids
posted by Sturgis Journal on December 10, 2012
Sturgis, Mich., Lodge No. 1381 holds annual "Boots and Shoes" event for local kids
Golden, Colo., Lodge No. 2740 spreads the word about words.
posted by The Golden Transcript on December 6, 2012
Catalina Mountain, Ariz., Lodge No. 2815 takes youth in need on a Christmas shopping spree
posted by Arizona Daily Star on December 4, 2012
Using an ENF Promise Grant, Catalina Mountain, Ariz., Lodge No. 2815 takes youth in need on a Christmas shopping spree
Newport, Vt., Lodge No. 2155 provides Thanksgiving dinner to over 500 community members
posted by The Caledonian Record on November 29, 2012
Newport, Vt., Lodge No. 2155 provides Thanksgiving dinner to over 500 community members using the Beacon Grant.
Bitterroot Valley, Mont., Lodge No. 1651 to use Promise Grant for Christmas celebration with children in need
posted by Revalli Republic on December 3, 2012
Bitterroot Valley, Mont., Lodge No. 1651 to use Promise Grant for Christmas celebration with children in need
Newport, Ky., Lodge No. 273 provides dinner for veterans at local VA hospital
posted by Cincinnati.com on November 30, 2012
Elks at Newport, Ky., Lodge No. 273 provided a turkey feast for local veterans at Fort Thomas VA Hospital
High school senior thankful for her volunteer experience at Payson, Ariz., Lodge No. 2154
posted by Payson Roundup on November 28, 2012
A local high school senior goes into detail about why she loves to volunteer her time at the local Elks Lodge in this letter to the editor.
Moscow, Idaho., Lodge No. 249 serves up a heartwarming Thanksgiving feast
posted by KLEWTV on November 26, 2012
Moscow, Idaho., Lodge No. 249 used an ENF Beacon Grant to hold a Thanksgiving dinner for 150 community members from all walks of life.
Augusta, Maine., Lodge No. 964 plays instrumental role in hosting Maine Homeless Veterans Stand Down
posted by Kennebec Journal on November 26, 2012
Augusta, Maine, Lodge No. 964 plays instrumental role in hosting a Stand Down for veterans
Despite Hurricane Sandy, Greater Wildwood, N.J., Lodge No. 1896 able to continue Thanksgiving basket program
posted by Cape May County Herald on November 20, 2012
Despite Hurricane Sandy, Greater Wildwood, N.J., Lodge No. 1896 able to continue Thanksgiving basket program
Thousand Oaks, Calif., Lodge No. 2477 honor local veterans at brunch
posted by Ventura County Star on November 19, 2012
Thousand Oaks, Calif., Lodge No. 2477 honor local veterans at brunch
Osage Community, Mo., Lodge No. 2705 ready to help students with "School 1st Responder Program"
posted by Lake Expo on November 19, 2012
Osage Community, Mo., Lodge No. 2705 was awarded an ENF Impact Grant for $10,000 to start their "School 1st Responder Program."
Petaluma, Calif., Lodge No. 901 gives back to local veterans through a number of programs
posted by Press Democrat on November 18, 2012
Petaluma, Calif., Lodge No. 901 has a number of veterans programs to help out local veterans.
Roanoke, Va., Lodge No. 197 partners with local students to fill food boxes for the needy
posted by WSLS 10 on November 15, 2012
Roanoke, Va., Lodge No. 197 partners with local students to fill food boxes for the needy just in time for Thanksgiving.
Reno, Nev., Lodge No. 597 raises funds for Veterans
posted by Nevada Appeal on November 15, 2012
Reno, Nev., Lodge No. 597 raises over $22,000 for local organizations serving Veterans
Corvallis, Ore., Lodge No. 1413 is at their best using the Promise Grant
posted by Corvallis Gazette-Times on November 13, 2012
Corvallis, Ore., Lodge No. 1413 has three youth events planned for the community using their ENF Promise Grant
Lodi, Calif., Lodge No. 1900 host drug awareness booth
posted by Lodi News-Sentinel on November 8, 2012
Lodi, Calif., Lodge No. 1900 host drug awareness booth and pass out drug awareness material to 180 students.
Hendersonville, N.C., Lodge No. 1616 salutes all veterans
posted by Blue Ridge Times-News Online on November 5, 2012
Hendersonville, N.C., Lodge No. 1616 salutes all veterans through a dinner for veterans in local VA hospital.
Newport, Ky., Lodge No. 273 is an Elks family that gives back
posted by Cinncinnati.com on November 5, 2012
Elks at Newport, Ky., Lodge No. 273 and their programs for youth and veterans are featured in this article.
Hoboken, N.J., Lodge No. 74 provides thousands of hot meals to those affected by Hurricane Sandy
posted by Hoboken Patch on November 5, 2012
Hoboken, N.J., Lodge No. 74 provides thousands of hot meals to those affected by Hurricane Sandy. Gov. Chris Christie, Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano and Hoboken Mayor Dawn Zimmer toured the Lodge.
Elks at Newark, N.Y., Lodge No. 1249 team up with Sparks the Fire Dog to teach kids about fire safety
posted by Wayne Post on October 30, 2012
Sparks the Fire Dog came to Newark, N.Y., Lodge No. 1249 to educate kids on fire safety.
Sweet Home, Ore., Lodge No. 1972 holds "Elks Care, Elks Share Back-to-School Fair"
posted by The New Era on October 3, 2012
Elks at Sweet Home, Ore., Lodge No. 1972 held a back to school fair for local kids and teachers where they were able to win needed school supplies.
East Liverpool, Ohio., Lodge No. 258 to host smoke detector giveaway for National Fire Prevention Month
posted by The Review on October 24, 2012
Elks at East Liverpool, Ohio., Lodge No. 258 to host smoke detector giveaway for National Fire Prevention Month.
Postdam, N.Y., Lodge No. 2074 receives "Commitment to Community" Award
posted by North Country Now on October 19, 2012
The Postdam Chamber of Commerce named Postdam, N.Y., Lodge No. 2074 their 2012 Commitment to Community Award recipient.
Gaylord Area, Mich., Lodge No. 2544 draws many to Lodge with programs for veterans
posted by Gaylord Herald Times on October 12, 2012
Elks at Gaylord Area, Mich., Lodge No. 2544 draw many to Lodge with programs for veterans in need
Kearney, Nebr., Lodge No. 984 uses Beacon and Promise Grants to run Red Ribbon Week activities
posted by Kearney Hub on October 17, 2012
Elks at Kearney, Nebr., Lodge No. 984 will use their Beacon and Promise Grants combined to run upcoming Red Ribbon Week activities at local schools.
Hamden, Conn., Lodge No. 2224 uses its Gratitude Grant to serve veterans and feed the hungry.
posted by Post-Chronicle on October 4, 2012
Sussex, N.J., Lodge No. 2288 runs family friendly program for kids with special needs
posted by The Advertiser News on September 10, 2012
Sussex, N.J., Lodge No. 2288 runs family friendly program for kids with special needs
Elks at Hamden, Conn., Lodge No. 2224 fill grocery carts for local food pantry
posted by Hamden Patch on September 5, 2012
Hamden, Conn., Lodge No. 2224 use an ENF Gratitude Grant to help those less fortunate in their community.
Elks at Keeseville, N.Y., Lodge No. 2072 provide safe, fun family outings for the community.
posted by Press Republican on September 5, 2012
Elks at Loveland, Colo., Lodge No. 1051 hold blood drive to help those in crisis, remember Sept. 11.
posted by Reporter Herald on September 4, 2012
Elks at Sahurita, Ariz., Lodge No. 2851 help babies in need through "Ginger's Challenge"
posted by Sahurita Sun on August 8, 2012
Elks at Lodge No. 2851 have helped a local food bank collect diapers, clothes and baby food for families in need through "Ginger's Challenge," a baby shower themed supply drive.
Elks at Tahoe-Douglas, Nev., Lodge No. 2670 partner up to fight hunger.
posted by Tahoe Daily Tribune on August 10, 2012
Elks in Sandpoint, Idaho, find success with a youth golf program
posted by Bonner County Daily Bee on August 8, 2012
Sandpoint, Idaho., Lodge No. 1376 used an Impact Grant to start a "Hook-a-Kid on Golf" program.
St. George 'Dixie,' UT., Lodge No. 1743 plans to offer free vision screening for area children
posted by KCSG TV on August 6, 2012
Elks in St. George, UT are planning to use their ENF Promise Grant to provide free vision screenings for kids this coming September.
Linton, Ind., Lodge No. 866 uses Impact Grant to provide handicap accessible playground equipment
posted by Greene County Daily World on August 6, 2012
Elks in Linton, Ind., used their Impact Grant to break ground on new handicap accessible playground equipment for a local park.
Elks at Lynchburg, Va., Lodge No. 321 make a local child's wish come true.
posted by WSET-TV ABC 13 on July 26, 2012
Lodge No. 321 in Lynchburg, Va., used their Gratitude Grant to make a local little boy's wish come true. Thanks to the Elks, James will have the opportunity to go to Disney World.
Hillsdale, Mich., Lodge No. 1575 ensures children have a safe crib to sleep in.
posted by Hillsdale Daily News on July 26, 2012
Elks in Hillsdale, Mich., used an Elks National Foundation grant to provide 14 new cribs to the Hillsdale Community Action Agency.
Poway, Calif., Lodge No. 2543 uses Beacon Grant to start monthly dinners for kids.
posted by Pomerado News on July 27, 2012
Elks in Poway, Calif., are planning to use their 2012-2013 Beacon Grant to start a monthly after-school dinner for area students.
Elks at Oakmont, Penn., Lodge No. 1668 illuminate cemetery's American flag.
posted by Plum-Oakmont Patch on July 20, 2012
Lodge No. 1668 use Gratitude Grant to install new lighting system to ensure the spotlight in on cemetery's American flag during the evening hours.
Elks at Christian County, Mo., Lodge No. 2777 make sure kids start the school year off right.
posted by Springfield News-Leader on July 18, 2012
Using their ENF 2012-2013 Promise Grant and Beacon Grant together, Elks from Lodge No. 2777 plan on helping local elementary school students get the supplies they need for the upcoming school year.
Elks at Winfield, Kans., Lodge no. 732 give back to their community.
posted by The Winfield Daily Courier on July 17, 2012
Elks at Irving, Tex., Lodge No. 2334 mentor students in a literacy program.
posted by Irving Rambler on July 17, 2012
Elks use an ENF Impact Grant to mentor local students, help them improve their literacy, and teach them learn to love reading.
Elks at Santa Barbara, Calif., Lodge No. 613 lend a hand to veterans support group.
posted by Noozhawk on July 17, 2012
Elks use their ENF Impact Grant to support veterans and lend a hand to other veterans support groups.
Elks in Naugatuck, Conn., lend a helping hand to local seniors
posted by RepublicanAmerican on July 14, 2012
With the help of an Elks National Foundation Impact Grant, Lodge No. 967 has become the group to call on for seniors who need help with minor household chores and repairs.
Edgewater-New Smyrna Beach, Fla., Lodge No. 1557 builds community garden to help feed the hungry.
posted by Daytona Beach News Journal on July 6, 2012
Elks used an Elks National Foundation Impact Grant to fight hunger with a community garden.
Livermore-Pleasanton, Calif., Lodge No. 2117 brings community together for Flag Day ceremony.
posted by The Independent on June 22, 2012
Elks honor the flag and its history with a Flag Day ceremony, carrying on a 54 year-old tradition at the Lodge.
Bradenton, Fla., Lodge No. 1511 fights hunger by providing children in need with food over the weekend.
posted by ABC News on June 20, 2012
Elks use an Impact Grant to run the Elks Feeding Empty Little Tummies Project. The project helps to serve thousands of children in the community.
Oswego, N.Y., Lodge No. 271 helps animals in need
posted by Oswego County Today on June 20, 2012
Elks used a Gratitude Grant to help the local animal shelter match pets with families.
Everett, Wash., Lodge No. 479's ELL Pen Pals celebrate literary success
posted by North County Outlook on June 4, 2012
Staci Tuck, the Marysville School District's Pen Pal coordinator, welcomed dozens of elementary students, their teachers and mentors for a special afternoon celebrating the literacy program's success.
Watertown, N.Y., Lodge No. 496 celebrates local soldiers.
posted May 14, 2012
Lexington, Mass., Lodge No. 2204 helps install free smoke alarms.
posted May 14, 2012
Ballard, Wash., Lodge No. 827 is having a good time for the betterment of the community.
posted by Ballard News Tribune on May 14, 2012
Elks in Fond du Lac, Wisc., run art program that helps at-risk teens
posted by Action Publications on April 23, 2012
Elks in West Palm Beach, Fla., Build a Vegetable Garden to Feed People in Need
posted by The Palm Beach Post on April 18, 2012
Elks in Murrells Inlet, S.C., spread patriotism.
posted by Georgetown Times on April 11, 2012
Elks Lodge No. 2797 makes sure American flags are waving proudly on national holidays.
Elks in La Junta, Colo., help build community center
posted by La Junta Tribune Democrat on April 11, 2012
Elks Lodge No. 701 used its Gratitude Grant to contribute to the building fund for a new community center.
Sandpoint, Idaho, Elks driving forward with Youth Golf Program
posted by Bonner County Daily Bee on March 23, 2012
Elks Offer Help and Hope to Youth, Veterans and Community
posted by Indian Country Today on March 22, 2012
Missouri Elks Association brings Bigg Milt Back to Motivate Students
posted by The Lake Today on March 15, 2012
Grant helps Nashua, NH, Lodge No. 720 Support Local Soup Kitchen
posted by Telegraph on March 8, 2012
Members of the Nashua Lodge use their Elks National Foundation Impact Grant to serve their community.
Ocala, Fla., Lodge No. 286 Helps Local Military Families
posted by Ocala.com on March 1, 2012
Lexington, NC, Lodge No. 2527 Helps Local Food Pantry
posted by The-Dispatch on February 28, 2012
The Lexington Elks Lodge 2527 delivered $2,100 worth of food as part of its "2012 Help Our Community" project.
Potsdam, NY, Lodge No. 2074 Spearheads Candy Drive for Returning Soldiers
posted by WWNYTV.com on February 23, 2012
The Potsdam Lodge is spearheading a candy bar drive to meet the USO's need, which is 3,500 candy bars by the end of the month.
Elks Lodges are Hot Again in Seattle
posted by The Seattle Times on February 22, 2012
Scores of 20- and 30-somethings are flocking to two Elks lodges in Seattle, drawn by a stunning view and the chance to give back to the community.
Sussex, NJ, Elks Lodge No. 2288 and Students Join Forces to Help Veterans
posted by The Township Journal on February 16, 2012
A chance reading of a newspaper article led to a beneficial collaboration between Sussex Elks Lodge No. 2288 and the Newton High School Agriculture Department.
McAllen, TX, Lodge No. 1402 Honors Local Police Drug Unit
posted by The Monitor on February 16, 2012
Elks selected the McAllen Special Investigations Unit as one of the entities in the country that most represented the ideals of Enrique Camarena.
Sebastian, FL, Lodge No. 2714 Honored with Flag from Troops
posted by TCPalm on February 15, 2012
The Lodge received a flag from the frontlines of Afghanistan.
Potsdam Elks Lodge Holding Candy Bar Drive for Returning Soldiers
posted by North Country Now on January 9, 2012
Potsdam Elks Lodge #2074 is conducting a Candy Bar Drive through the month of February. The candy bars collected will be donated to the Fort Drum USO.
Mesquite, NV, Lodge No. 2811 is Recognized for Service to Veterans
posted by Mesquite Citizen Journal on February 6, 2012
The Mesquite Elks were honored for their dedication to local veterans.
Mesquite, TX, Lodge No. 2404 Honors Family Killed in Crash
posted by NBCDFW News on February 6, 2012
The Mesquite Lodge is going to honor Leah and James Eason with two scholarships in their name.
Mountain Home Elks Lodge Receives Three Grants
posted by Baxter Bulletin on February 3, 2012
Using an Elks National Foundation grant, Project Manager Patty Underwood will partner with local merchants to support the Food Basket of Mountain Home, which works to support families with children to see that children receive help in fulfilling their nutritional needs.
Elks and Emblem Clubs Represent Service to Community
posted by Coventry Patch on January 2, 2012
The Coventry-West Greenwich Elks Club #2285 located at 42 Nooseneck Hill Rd., West Greenwich is trying to keep up with a myriad of societal and cultural changes since its inception in 1963.
Elks Use Grant to Provide Food for Crisis Center Residents
posted by Tahoe Daily Tribune on February 2, 2012
Tahoe/ Douglas, Nev., Elks Lodge No. 2670 provides food for women and children at a domestic violence shelter in the community.
Elks celebrate legacy, work to stoke membership
posted by Sun Journal on January 31, 2012
New Bern, N.C. Lodge No. 764 celebrates its 110th anniversary this year and the 341-member community-oriented group hopes to celebrate many more birthdays.
Woonsocket Elks are a Force for Good in the Community
posted by The Woonsocket Call on January 30, 2012
Read about how the 109-year-old Woonsocket Elks Lodge No. 850 is one of the most active Lodges in Rhode Island.
Sussex Elks honoring WWII Vets with Free Trip
posted by The Township Journal on January 30, 2012
Sussex Elks Lodge #2288 is offering an all-expenses paid outing for WWII veterans to the New Jersey WWII Memorial in Trenton.
Students Compete in Elks Local Hoop Shoot
posted by Redland Daily Facts on January 24, 2012
Two local shooters representing Redlands Elks Lodge No. 583 recently competed at the Southern California Elks Hoop Shoot competition.
Elks to Host Annual Fish Fry Benefit
posted by Katy Times on January 25, 2012
As a part of its fundraising efforts, the committee sponsors a fish fry each year with the current year’s event scheduled for next Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Katy Elks Lodge located at 1050 Katy Fort Bend Road.
One Man’s Vision: Turn Elks Building into Arts Center
posted by The Beacon News on January 25, 2012
A well-known local Realtor and lawyer is proposing turning the historic downtown Elks Club (Former Lodge #705) building into an arts and cultural center.
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