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
12/30/2025 Phoenix, AZ Lodge No: 335
Phoenix, Ariz., Lodge No. 335 was awarded a 2026 Impact Grant to support high school students experiencing homelessness through its Homeless Youth Empowerment Project, delivering year-round care packages, clothing, transportation assistance, and milestone support to encourage youths to remain in school and build a path toward long-term stability.
12/30/2025 Danville, VA Lodge No: 227
Danville, Va., Lodge No. 227 uses its Spotlight Grant to support people in need who are grieving or approaching the end of their lives and may not have the resources or comfort level for therapeutic care. Through the Death Café program, people can find community, comfort and support as they and their loved ones transition to the next stage of the cycle of life.
12/30/2025 Jackson, OH Lodge No: 466
Jackson, Ohio, Lodge No. 466 uses its Gratitude Grant to provide much needed clothing to veterans being treated at the VA hospital in nearby Chillicothe. The Lodge works with hospital staff to determine which items are most needed to keep the veterans well cared for.
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.