Washington Elks Charitable Trust
The Washington State Elks Association Charitable Trust, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization, funded largely by direct member donations and grants from our Elks National Foundation achieved each year through member donations to ENF. The Washington Elks Charitable Trust stands as a cornerstone of our shared mission to serve veterans, youth, and communities across the state.
The Charitable Trust ensures that those who bravely served our country receive the recognition and support they deserve through our nationally recognized Veterans program. Additionally, it supports a wide range of local initiatives that benefit our local communities and individuals of all ages. From scholarships for traditional college and vocational-technical education to the Hoop Shoot, Drug Awareness campaigns, EZ Child ID programs, and Americanism initiatives, the Trust fuels committees central to each lodge’s outreach. These programs embody the Elks’ commitment to nurturing the potential of youth, fostering patriotism, and promoting healthy, thriving communities.
Board of Directors
Scott Rainey
President
Ben Braden
Vice President
Steve Scholz
Secretary
Bob Finley
Treasurer
Lana Davick
Scott Knight
Caroline Bradwell
Joe Basil
Program Directors
Jill Anderson
Mike Dahl
You Can Make a Difference
Please consider the difference your donation to the Washington Elks Charitable Trust can make. Together we can ensure that the spirit of “Elks Care. Elks Share” thrives in Washington State.
Washington State Elks Association Charitable Trust
Donor Pin & Hanger Program
The Washington State Elks Association Charitable Trust is proud to recognize and thank our generous supporters through our Donor Pin & Hanger Program — a visible way to honor those who make a lasting impact on our charitable efforts across the state.
Here’s how it works:
$20 Donation – Donor Pin
With your first donation of $20 or more, you will receive a custom donor pin representing your support of the Charitable Trust. This unique pin can be worn proudly at Elks events and gatherings as a symbol of your commitment to helping others.
Milestone Donations – Hanger Bars
As your giving grows, we celebrate your continued generosity with achievement hangers that attach directly below your donor pin:
$100 Donated – Bronze Hanger
$250 Donated – Silver Hanger
$500 Donated – Gold Hanger
$1,000 Donated – Diamond Hanger
Each hanger marks a milestone in your personal giving journey and reflects the collective good we can accomplish together through your support.
Why It Matters:
Your donations directly support youth programs, veterans services, scholarships, community outreach, and much more — all driven by local Elks Lodges and empowered by the Charitable Trust.
Whether you’re making a one-time gift or giving across the year, every dollar counts — and every level reached brings visible recognition of your generosity and dedication.