Our Programs

Wreaths Across America Day is a day to remember, honor, and teach. During the event, wreaths are laid and the names of the service members are read aloud.

The ambition and goal of the Americanism Committee is to quicken the spirit of American patriotism and to stimulate an awareness — a genuine feeling of pride and respect toward patriotism — so that we as Members of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will become constant reminders to the people of our Nation that America truly means freedom and that Elks care and Elks share.

A monument in the truest sense, the Elks National Veterans Memorial was built in 1926 to honor Americans whose profound sacrifices for the nation can never be recognized by mere words.

Each year the Elks National Foundation provides more than $3.65 million in college scholarships to graduating seniors.

The yearly Elks Hoop Shoot Free Throw Program is open to all boys and girls ages 8 through 13. The contest starts at the lodge level and advances through the district, state and regional contests before the national finals in the spring.

This program is the kind of sporting event to help keep our youth focused and away from undesirable activities.

The Elks Drug Awareness Program distributes literature and organizes events to make kids and their parents aware of the dangers posed by alcohol, tobacco and illegal drugs. Try the program's Drug Awareness quiz and test your knowledge!

Through the Elks National Foundation's Community Investments Program, Lodges can apply for grants to serve their communities, meeting local needs.

This page contains information regarding our Safe Kids Program administered through the Connecticut Children’s Medical Center and the Special Olympics.