Elks Lodges bring so much more to their communities than just a building, golf course or pool. They are places where neighbors come together, families share meals, and children grow up.

The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks (BPOE), commonly known as the Elks Lodge or simply The Elks, is an American fraternal order and charitable organization founded in 1868 in New York City.

The Order of Elks was formally organized on February 16, 1868, in the City of New York. A non-profit organization, its full corporate name is Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of the United States …

Jan 22, 2025 · The “Jolly Corks” became known as The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of The United States of America after Charles Vivian teamed up with his friend George F. McDonald. …

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Elks invest in their communities through programs that help children grow up healthy and drug-free, meet the needs of today’s veterans, and improve the quality of life for their members and the …

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Elks invest in their communities through programs that help children grow up healthy and drug-free, meet the needs of today’s veterans, and improve the quality of life for their members and the …

“The B enevolent and P rotective O rder of E lks is an organization of American citizens who love their country and desire to preserve its cherished institutions; who love their fellow man, seek to promote …