On May 7, Hollywood West Elks Lodge #2365 hosted the South Southeast District’s Army of Hope picnic, as they have the largest facility and grounds to accommodate many people. This event raised $1,101 to benefit active-duty military personnel and their families. The five lodges in the district joined together to sponsor the picnic, which was open to Elks members. Lodge members donated the food and worked the grill.
At the day’s check presentation are Paula Slavinski, Delray Beach Lodge trustee; Ron Locke, PDD, Army of Hope State Chair; Charlie Winter, Delray Beach Lodge Army of Hope Chair; Les Nelson, Delray Beach Lodge Exalted Ruler; Gina Albright, Hollywood West Lodge Exalted Ruler; and Jim Blanchard, PDD, Hollywood West Lodge.