On June 2, Clewiston Elks Lodge #1853 awarded two $2,500 scholarships to local graduating seniors Anthony Perez and Juan Luna. Both students plan to attend the University of Florida in the fall. The lodge holds an annual golf tournament to continue to fund their scholarships each year.
West Palm Beach Elks Lodge #1352 used its Presidents Grant to help Conner Pulver (center) compete in the Palm Beach County, Florida, summer 2020 Special Olympics March 7. He is the son of member Jonathan Pulver and grandson of George Zocchi, PER.
Lake Okeechobee Elks Lodge #2871 hosted a fun day at the Agri-civic Center Feb. 29. The event was called Cops and Bobbers and was all about safety, learning and fun. Local off-duty law enforcement from Fish and Wildlife Conservation (FWC), Okeechobee Sheriff's Office and Okeechobee City Police Department joined the kids for some fun and learning. FWC instructed the kids how to properly wear the life preservers they were given and discussed when they should be wearing the preserver. Then each child was gifted a rod and reel, small tackle box, and the basic tackle with which to fish. The officers each took three to four kids and showed them how to tie the hook, place the sinker and attach the bobber. There were prizes for the biggest fish, smallest fish and most fish caught. After the catch and release, the officers, kids, some of the parents, and Elks volunteers enjoyed some conversation and dined on hamburgers, hot dogs and sides provided by the Elks and prepared by David Drawdy.
Jupiter Elks Lodge #2469 charters Pack 157 and hosted their Pinewood Derby the first weekend in March; the winners advanced to the district race.
Clewiston Elks Lodge #1853 sponsored a booth at this year’s Hendry County Fair Feb. 11-16, providing flyers and handouts to highlight the many activities and charitable causes supported by the Elks each year. Elroy was popular among the kids and young adults and many stopped to say hello. Membership applications were given to those who expressed a desire to become involved and six new Elks were initiated Feb. 26.