On March 17, Gainesville Elks Lodge #990 presented a $900 donation to the PALS (Partners in Adolescent Lifestyle Support) program. PALS THRIVE strives to prevent suicide, violence and bullying by providing an inclusive atmosphere in schools and professional intervention and programming. The $900 came from the lodge’s award for first place in the State President’s grant competition. New member Lynn Read accepts the donation from Susan Senterfitt, Exalted Ruler. Read has supported PALS for years.