Our Charitable Impact
Making a Difference Locally and Nationally
Elks Care - Elks Share
Since our founding in 1868, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks has been dedicated to serving communities across America. Through local lodges and our National Foundation, we've donated billions to charitable causes.
National Elks Foundation Impact
Making a difference across America
$4.5 Million in Scholarships
Awarded annually through the Elks National Foundation to deserving students
$40 Million for Veterans
Supporting veterans programs, adaptive sports, and homeless veteran initiatives
Purple Pig Project
Therapy programs for children with special needs, changing lives across America
Drug Awareness Program
Educating over 1 million youth annually about the dangers of drug abuse
Hoop Shoot Competition
America's largest youth basketball skills program - 3 million kids annually
$1 Billion+ Total
Over $1 billion donated to communities nationwide since 2000
Bishop Elks Lodge #1603
Our local charitable contributions
Building Our Impact Story
Our local donation records will be updated here soon to showcase the amazing charitable work of Bishop Elks Lodge #1603.
Together, We Make a Difference
Every dollar raised through our events and fundraisers goes directly to helping our community and supporting charitable causes.