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ELKS CARE ELKS SHARE

• Virginia Elks Association
• Lodge Indoctrination Program
• Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks

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THE BENEVOLENT AND PROTECTIVE ORDER OF ELKS

• American Citizens Who Believe in God
• Charity, Justice, Brotherly Love, Fidelity
• PGER Grillo Raise Money Give it Away
• Special Loves Veterans and Youth
• Making a Difference in the Community
• Different Aspects to Lodge Life
• Social, Charity, Support, Governance

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The Four Aspects of Elk Life

• Social How It All Started
• Charity What It Has Become
• Lodge Support Makes It Affordable
• Governance Will Keep It Alive and Well

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Lodge Social Life

• Tradition of The Jolly Corks
• New Friends, Lasting Friendships
• Social Quarters of the Lodges
• Year-Round Events and Entertainment

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SOCIAL LIFE AT OUR LODGE
The Jolly Corks Had
Nothing on Us

• Lounge Events
• Theme Parties
• Karaoke
• Sports Sundays
• Open Daily for Lunch
• Weekday Dinners
• Special Events
• Childrens Parties
• Member Parties
• Dances
• Golf Tournaments
• Raffles

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CHARITY THE
ELKS NATIONAL FOUNDATION

• Tradition Support Families of Deceased Elks
• 1928 Grant of 100,000Member Supported
• Unified Resources to Coordinate Service
• Mission Help Build Stronger Communities
• 271M Donated to Elk Charities
• Today 180,000 Donors 420M Endowment
• ENF Donations Support
• Scholarships, Drug Awareness, Hoop Shoot,
  Veterans Service Commission, Community
  Investments, State Elks Associations

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CHARITY AT OUR LODGE
We Give Money We Need Your Time

• Virginia Youth Camp
• Veterans
• Scholarships
• Hoop Shoot
• Soccer Shoot
• Drug Awareness
• Scout Recognition
• Youth Sports Support

• Thanksgiving Meals
• Christmas Baskets
• Ladies Auxiliary
• Kids Christmas Party
• Law Enforcement Recognition/Support
• Youth Activities
• Special Observances

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LODGE SUPPORT ACTIVITIES
Making It AffordablePreservi
ng Traditions

• Flag Day
• Mothers Day
• Veterans Day
• Elks Memorial Service
• Elks Ritual
• Honoring Veterans,Law Enforcement and Youth
• Sickness and Distress
• Eleven Oclock Toast

• Bingo
• Event Planning
• Lodge Decorations
• Amateur Chefs
• Lodge Newsletter
• Indoor/Outdoor Maintenance
• Catering/Rentals
• Raffles/Pull-Tabs
• Fundraising Events

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LODGE GOVERNANCE
Preserving a National and Community
Treasure

• Exalted Ruler and Chair Officers
• Board of Trustees
• Lodge Auxiliary
• Audit and Finance
• Membership Management
• Accident Prevention

• National and State Elks Organizations
• Public Relations and Community Service
• By-Laws and Statutes
• Parliamentary Procedure
• Insurance

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ELKS CARE ELKS SHARE

• HELP US PRESERVE THIS TRADITION
• BECOME ACTIVE TODAY!!!