Des Moines, Iowa, Lodge No. 98 Des Moines, Iowa, Lodge No. 98 used its Gratitude Grant to become an “Army of Hope.” The Lodge delivered food baskets to 32 families in need throughout the community, including seven families of deployed soldiers. The ENF awards Gratitude Grants to Lodges to directly address local needs. Lodges are eligible to apply for Gratitude Grants after meeting the GER’s per-capita goal. To find out more about Gratitude Grants, visit www.elks.org/enf/community .
The Elks National Foundation, established in 1928, helps Elks build stronger communities through programs that support youth, serve veterans, and meet needs in areas where Elks live and work. Visit www.elks.org/enf to learn more.