On Aug. 2, Green Cove Springs Elks Lodge #1892 presented $1,000 worth of items to Operation Barnabas, an organization that provides support, mentorship and assistance to veterans. The items, including cleaning supplies, toiletries and food to help stock the agency’s pantry, were purchased with the Elks National Veterans Service Commission Freedom Grant. Additional items were donated by lodge members. Representatives of Operation Barnabas were guests of the lodge for dinner and spoke to the membership about the work they do in the community for local veterans and their families.
Pictured are Jennifer Parker, Exalted Ruler; Dina Sakowski, member; and Cathy Sanders, chaplain, organizing the items. Also pictured are Ed Weston, Northeast District Vice President; James Burse, operations manager; Jennifer Parker, Exalted Ruler; Hal Horton, mentor; and lodge member, Christopher Riendeau, food pantry coordinator.