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
3/10/2026 Lakeport, CA Lodge No: 2704
used its Beacon Grant in partnership with the local Rotary, Kiwanis, and Lions Clubs to help local families in need. Families identified by the school district were invited to enjoy a holiday meal and pick up groceries to help them during winter break, when kids don’t receive food from their schools. The Lodge found that working with their fellow service clubs in the community enhanced the project, and it could lead to more collaborative events in the future.
3/10/2026 Redlands, CA Lodge No: 583
used its Gratitude Grant to continue its youth cooking classes in collaboration with Micah House, an after-school program serving children from families living below the poverty line. The program teaches middle school students essential cooking skills while providing them with enjoyable meals. The Lodge members organized and instructed each lesson, ensuring that each session ran smoothly.
3/3/2026 Hornell, NY Lodge No: 364
uses its Gratitude Grant to provide “go bags” for children entering or exiting the foster care system. The bags provide hygiene items, clothing, and other essentials to assist young people experiencing times of massive transition in their lives.
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.