by Chelsea Dennis Programs Assistant While May signals the end of spring for many, in the CIP office it signals the ending of the grant year. With that comes a bustling office, increased phone calls and emails from Lodges wanting to know how they can use a Gratitude Grant to best serve their communities. As the Gratitude Grant deadline quickly approaches, applications have been pouring in. I’m excited to tell you that this week we hit a milestone. We have now approved 1,000 Gratitude Grants! Don’t believe me? Check out a picture of the grants dashboard. As we countdown to May 31, we are excited to see all the amazing projects that Elks are leading in their communities. Here’s a snapshot of some of the Elks-led projects across the country. · McAllen, Texas, Lodge No. 1402 will be partnering with Hope Family Health Center to provide fresh fruits and vegetables to uninsured patients with chronic diseases. El...
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.