by Senior Programs Associate Colleen Muszynski 2017 Most Valuable Student and Legacy Awards contests are in full swing . The Dallas Elks Scholar Service Trip is approaching this winter . The Hoop Shoot season has kicked-off with Lodge contests ramping up in October and griteos dropping every Tuesday . But hey, what’s that? In the corner among the chaos? It’s your friendly Community Investments Program grant office! And we’re here, as ever, to help Lodges make a charitable impact in their communities. Chelsea and I with our CIP Field Guides Maybe I’m biased because I help run the CIP, but I’d argue that even during our slower times, the CIP grants office still buzzes with excitement. It’s a constant buzz that started with the kick-off of the 2016-17 grant year July 1, and won’t end until the cycle closes July 31, 2017—at which time we’ll ALREADY be a month into the 2017-18 year! I’m getting ahead of myself because although we are always looking forward,...
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.