On July 18, Fort Myers Elks Lodge #1288 contributed $7,500 to Hearts & Homes for Veterans Inc., with $6,500 coming from the Elks National Foundation Beacon and Gratitude Grants and $1,000 coming from the Elks National Veterans Service Commission Freedom Grant. This donation will help support veterans and their families experiencing homelessness. Hearts & Homes for Veterans is committed to helping these veterans overcome poverty and to empower them to assist other veterans in achieving similar success.

Pictured at the check presentation are David Lake, PSP; Diane Hendrick, trustee; Eric Farmer, PDD, Exalted Ruler; and David Santini, Hearts & Homes Board of Directors member.