Each week, the ENF recognizes CIPerstars who have gone above and beyond in their service to the Elks National Foundation. These CIPerstars are recognized for their outstanding contributions to the ENF and the Elks community.
Senior Programs Associate
Programs Associate
Programs Coordinator
8/4/2026 Marlton, NJ Lodge No: 2514
uses its Spotlight Grant to support Stand Down of South Jersey to assist veterans experiencing homelessness. The Lodge provides clothing for the event and members are heavily involved as volunteers assisting veterans get connected with resources.
8/4/2026 Lebanon, MO Lodge No: 2557
uses its Beacon Grant to support families receiving assistance from a local food pantry in a way that goes beyond hunger relief. The Lodge works with the pantry and its clients to purchase new shoes for students before the start of the school year.
7/28/2026 Hillsboro, OH Lodge No: 361
uses its Gratitude Grant to distribute winter clothing to children in need in its county. Through its partnerships with homeless shelters, community outreach organizations and schools, the Lodge distributes heavy-duty coats, waterproof gloves, winter hats, neck warmers and insulated socks. Elks host distribution events at the Lodge and deliver the “Warm Hands, Warm Hearts” kits to shelters and schools.
The Elks National Foundation allocated nearly $16 million this year to fund the Community Investments Program. Lodges meet local needs through grants that offer Elks opportunities to serve their community in ways that will raise the Lodge's profile, energize the membership, encourage former members to return to the fold, and gain the notice of people who want to be part of an organization that's doing great things. To learn more about the Community Investments Program, please visit elks.org/CIP. If you would like to speak to someone in the CIP office, we can be reached at 773-755-4730.