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Written by Pompano Beach Elks

Bud Legere, Pompano Beach Elks Lodge Exalted Ruler, has applied for the Gratitude Grant to provide nonperishable supplies for St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry which is sponsored by St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church. There has not been any activity since the closed out the Beacon Grant March 31 due to the coronavirus. Prior to the pandemic, though, Legere and his wife, Sandy, spent many volunteer hours purchasing nonperishables and replenishing and distributing food from the pantry. The Pantry serves needy families and those who are homeless in the depressed area of the city. This will be the third year that the lodge has supported the pantry. “Bud and Sandy Legere have served as volunteers for over seven years, including a three-year term as Treasurer and Vice President, respectively. Even though they “retired” about a year ago, they continue to help us, especially with obtaining the generous grants they have gotten from the Elks Club. They have been invaluable and reliable volunteers throughout these years,” says Joseph Maloney, president of the St. Vincent de Paul Conference.

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Written by Pompano Beach Elks

Pompano Beach Elks Lodge #1898 sponsored two Elks National Foundation scholarship winners. Daniel Ardity placed second nationally in the 2020 Top 20 Most Valuable Student scholarship and has been awarded $40,000 for his college career. Allysa Howitt, granddaughter of members Jennie and Stu Howitt, PER, is a recipient of the Legacy Award, receiving $4,000. She is required to participate in three service events and submit a detailed report. She is attending the University of Florida. 

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Written by Oakland Park Elks

Oakland Park Elks Lodge #2407 had a Cinco De Junio celebration dinner June 5 with music while practicing correct social distancing. A total of $211 was raised for the Elks National Foundation.

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Written by Hollywood West Elks

On June 14, Hollywood West Elks Lodge #2365 held its Flag Day ceremony, observing correct social distancing. Following the ceremony, members and guests moved to the yard area to retire tattered flags. Members and guests were invited to take a flag to retire in flames in memory or honor of a loved one. Following the retirement ceremony, lunch was made available to those who desired to remain. Pictured are a guest; Sal Grilli, PER; and Jim Blanchard, PER.

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Written by Boca Raton Elks

In late April, Boca Raton Elks Lodge’s Exalted Ruler, Tito Young, delivered over $500 worth of perishable and nonperishable food donated by the lodge to Boca Helping Hands for distribution to those affected by the coronavirus pandemic. Boca Helping Hands is a local organization that supports the community with items including food, clothing and housewares.