Building Stronger Commmunities
The mission of the Elks National Foundation is to help Elks build stronger communities. We fulfill this pledge by investing in communities where Elks live and work. We help youth develop lifelong skills, send students to college, meet the needs of today's veterans, support the charitable work of the state Elks associations, and fund projects that improve the quality of life in local Elks communities.
What does ENF fund?
The ENF helps Elks build stronger communities thanks to contributions from our generous donors. Since inception, we have received more than $309 million in contributions and bequests. As of 2024, we have more than 124,000 active donors and an endowment fund valued at $822.3 million. The Foundation’s budget for program services in the 2024-25 fiscal year totals $41.6 million.
| Fund | Amount |
| Community Investments Program | $16.3 million |
| State Elks Association Grants | $11.2 million |
| Scholarship Programs | $5 million |
| Elks National Veterans Service Program | $5.7 million |
| Elks Hoop Shoot Free Throw Contest | $1.5 million |
| Elks Memorial Building Maintenance | $1 million |
| Elks Drug Awareness Program | $900,000 |