Ames, Iowa, Lodge No. 1626 Ames, Iowa, Lodge No. 1626 used its Gratitude Grant to support a group called Quilts for Kids. The group, which includes a few Elks, delivers handmade quilts to the local children’s hospital to make their stay more comfortable. The ENF awards $2,000 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.