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From The Office of the Grand Secretary
Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks
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Chicago, Illinois 60614-1889
Background Information
The Order of Elks is a national fraternal organization with headquarters in Chicago and 2,224 subordinate Lodges in every State, the District of Columbia, Guam, the Philippines, the Canal Zone and Puerto Rico. Membership is limited to citizens of the United States, over twenty-one years of age who believe in God. Currently there are over 1,280,000 members of the Elks. Most Lodges have a ladies auxiliary.
The Elks is essentially a charitable organization. In 1994-95, the Elks nationally spent $4,700,000 for college scholarships for high school seniors. The organization also spent over $6,000,000 for other youth programs, including the Elks Hoop Shoot Free Throw competition involving more than three million youngsters. Total contributions in all Elk charities exceeded $134,000,000.
The following links are to further information on specific programs within the B.P.O. Elks.
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So You Want to Join the Elks?
To be eligible for membership in the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, you must be a citizen of the United States over the age of 21 who believes in God.
You must be sponsored by a member of the Elks Lodge and reside in the jurisdiction of the Lodge you wish to join. You also need two other Elks who will be your co-sponsors. The Elk who proposes you for membership must obtain a Membership Application from the Lodge Secretary.
After your proposer fills in the required portion, you will be given the Application for Membership. Fill it in, following the instructions and answering all questions. Return the completed application to the Lodge Secretary.
Your application will be read at a regular Lodge meeting. It will then be forwarded to the Investigating Committee, who will call you and set up a time for you and your sponsor to meet with the committee so that they can interview you.
After the interview is concluded, the committee will report to the Lodge concerning your membership. The members will be given a notice not less than 10 days nor more than two months before the vote will be taken.
When the vote is concluded, you will be notified and asked to present yourself and your spouse for indoctrination. During indoctrination, you will learn more about the Order's programs and charities. You will also be told during the program the date you will be initiated.
After initiation as an Elk, you can take part in all meetings and social functions of the Lodge.
If for any reason your application is rejected, you cannot make application for membership for six months from the date of rejection.
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One of our Grand Lodge fund-raising partners, Vantage
Direct Marketing, (through its travel branch) has
graciously donated two (2) European River Cruises to the
Grand Lodge Membership Committee for use in its membership
recruitment program. These cruises have a combined value of
over $8,000.00 and will be awarded at the Grand Lodge
Convention in Reno, Nevada. These awards are in addition to
the cruise and vacation award drawings to be awarded. For
those not wishing the cruise, the vacation award will be a
four-night/three-day trip to anywhere in the continental
United States not to exceed $1,800.00.
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Welcome to the New Jersey Elks Association website. The State of New Jersey is comprised of 109 Elks’ lodges and well over 41,000 members.
The New Jersey Elks are among the best and most active fraternal organizations in existence. Last year our state membership donated, in good and services, almost $44 million dollars to charity!
Public service is a key component of the New Jersey Elks. Elks create and participate in many programs to better our local communities.
If you would like learn more about our Fraternal Organization and become a Member click on the following linkl
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Elks Camp Moore Article Count: 11
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Elks Camp Moore's History At a Glance
Set in the beautiful Ramapo Mountains, Camp Moore was originally established in 1936 by the Democratic League of Essex County to provide Summer activities for the children of Newark. The Camp was named in honor of A. Harry Moore, 39th Governor of New Jersey. In addition to being a 3-term Governor, Moore also served as a United States Senator, was Past Exalted Ruler of Jersey City Lodge No.221 AND in 1924 he became the twelfth President of the New Jersey State Elks Association.
June 1970
With the buildings being poorly maintained and facing financial difficulties, one of the founders of Camp Moore turned the Camp over to PGER William Jernick and the New Jersey State Elks Association with the stipulation that the Camp would always be called Camp Moore.
Spring 1971
A Board of Trustees for Elks Camp Moore was appointed in the spring of 1971, and their first assignment was to evaluate and determine what was needed to get the original 10 buildings fully operational to open as a special needs camp. The buildings were in disrepair and the Board requested help from our lodges to renovate the buildings, and to supply money and materials to get the work completed for the 1971 Camp season.
July 1971
After many hours and weekends spent by Elk members, the first 3 campers were officially welcomed to Elks Camp Moore on July 7, 1971.
1971 - 1972
Long Branch Lodge brought bus loads of members each weekend to renovate the First Aid building, which was ready for 1971. Members of Asbury Park Lodge converted their building into offices and living quarters. This was completed and ready for the 1972 Camp season.
August 1972
Elks Camp Moore was officially dedicated on August 6, 1972. Woodbridge Lodge adopted one of the original ten buildings and named it in honor of PER George Wittenzellner, who was instrumental in enlarging and renovating the building and installing two outside lavatories. Witt Hall was transformed into a beautiful recreation building by the start of the 1972 Camp season. Eight other cabins were adopted and renovated by Closter, Lyndhurst, Nutley, New Brunswick, Cedar Grove, Weehawken, Asbury Park and Ridgefield Park.
1972 - 1973
In 1972 $35,000 was pledged by the North and Northeast Districts to build the Camp’s first large dormitory. PER Ed Van Vooren from Wayne Lodge No. 2181 pledged to erect a brick building for that price which became Jernick Hall in honor of PGER William Jernick.
1973
The Southwest District constructed Buch Hall in 1973, dedicated to PGER Joseph Buch who was the founder of our Special Children’s Committee.
1977
Ed Van Vooren, who was also very involved in the renovation of several buildings and the construction of the first pool. Prior to the installation of the first pool by the North Central District, a railroad tie support
wall was built by hand on the side of the mountain.
In 1977, PER Ed became the General Chairman of the Camp, overseeing a number of projects. He remained in that position until he was elected President of the New Jersey State Elks Association in 1981.
1980 - 1989
The Camp would continue to undergo expansion and renovation throughout the 1980s and1990s through the efforts of the Lodges and Districts of the State Association.
1990-1991
In September 1990 the NJ DOT requisitioned 0.231 acres of Elks Camp Moore for the construction of Route 287. Through negotiations the State reimbursed the State Elks Association for the property by relocating the pool, flag poles and erecting a new fence. The new pool was built in 1991 as well as Cantoli Hall, named in honor of PGER
Kenneth V. Cantoli, which would house 28 campers and a one-acre recreation area and pavilion.
1992
In 1992, the NJ DOT again claimed portions of our property for Route 287, and through negotiations, it was replaced with a parking lot four times the size of the original lot.
During the same year, Elizabeth Lodge donated $100,000 which provided for the construction of a new counselor/camper cabin housing 12 campers.
The same year, Paterson Lodge donated $100,000 for a new infirmary and nurse’s quarters
2016
In 2016, the State SCC Trustees entered into an agreement with Tilcon Industries to allow them to construct an access road at the rear of our property.
2017
An Interactive Spray Park was constructed and dedicated in 2017
through donations from various Lodges and a $10,000 donation from Tilcon.
Campers enjoyed attending Elks Camp Moore every year from 1971 through 2019. The 2020 and 2021 in-person camping seasons had to be canceled due to COVID-19. Through the efforts of our Camp Director & Assistant Camp Director and our State Special Children’s Committee, a virtual camp was held during these two years. Each camper received a bag with arts and crafts to be used during virtual camp. Virtual camp allowed our campers and counselors to stay connected to our campers even though they couldn’t be there in person.
2020 - 2022
While we were saddened to not be able to have our “in-person” camp operational, this time proved invaluable for the preservation and renovation of our beloved Elks Camp Moore. Districts continued to
arrive at the Camp each weekend for work duty. Our pool was reconstructed and resurfaced. Witt Hall was replaced with a state-of-the-art recreation center adjacent to the pool and includes an accessible entertainment stage, gaming floor and covered seating on the pool deck.
A second floor was added to Jernick Hall and dedicated as the Malcolm J. McPherson, Jr. Residence Hall in honor of PGER Malcolm J.
McPherson, Jr. This addition to Jernick Hall houses counselors in dormitory style sleeping quarters and includes restrooms with showers and an elevator.
Plans are underway to add a second floor to Cantoli Hall with the same purpose in mind. Most recently, Buch Hall was completed renovated from top to bottom including a new kitchen, new bathrooms, a new arts/crafts room and all new furniture.
These much-needed renovations will prepare the Camp for many more years of creating smiles on the faces of our Special Children.
Spring 2022
The 50th Anniversary Celebration of Elks Camp Moore had to be
postponed due to COVID-19, but was held in 2022. Elk Members and their families came from all over the State of NJ and were able to see all of the great improvements being made!
2024
From its first season in 1971, Elks Camp Moore has been supported by our Lodges and Districts. The Miracle on the Mountain Fund was established and through the financial investing guidance of PGLC/PSP Stephen Terrible, the cost per camper was reduced over the years. Right now, the cost for Lodges to send children to Elks Camp Moore is ZERO Dollars.
The State Special Children’s Committee Trustees continue to maintain and improve Elks Camp Moore. Our Miracle Run Committee has been supporting Elks Camp Moore for almost 25 years. Through the support of our members, Lodges, District and State Committees, the State Major Project of the New Jersey Elks Association continues to flourish and provide a unique camp experience for our Special Children
NOTE: Much of this article was taken directly from the Spring 2021 issue of The New Jersey Elk and information at that time was supplied by PDD John Cangelosi, Jr. and PDD Richard Altieri. Updated information was added.
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The local lodge in you area will help you with the information you need so they can sponsor your child
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Americanism Article Count: 5
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Americanism Committee Objectives
The BPO Elks is a distinctively American organization – one of our many goals is to quicken the spirit of American patriotism in our Community and in our Youth, and to stimulate an awareness — a genuine feeling of pride and respect toward our great Nation, its history, and our Flag.
The NJSEA will once again be holding the Americanism Challenge, please print up the entry sheet and keep track of all your Americanism Programs and Activities. On March 15th send your entry form to your District Chairs, the lodge with the highest amount of recorded items will receive a recognition plaque at the Summer Convention in Wildwood. Any District Chair with 100% participation will also be recognized.
As Elks it is our duty to promote the spirit of Patriotism.... Always wear an American Flag pin on your lapel!
2024-2025 Essay Contest Theme
"What does Patriotism mean to me?"
Downloadable 2024 - 2025 Contest Forms
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Handicapped Children Committee
Special Children's Committee Article Count: 8
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At a hotel in Trenton a committee to address our Special Needs Children was founded with the purpose of establishing such activities and programs that would bring light, sunshine and happiness into the lives and hearts of the afflicted. For more than 50 years, a committee throughout the State of New Jersey, known as the “Special Children’s Committee”, continues to work with compassion and dedication to service programs that we provide for Special Needs Children and Adults. Our Ambassador Programs allows children under the age of 18 to interact socially and encourage them to attain their full potential. These children will have the opportunity to partake in many lodge events and the various programs we provide. The Scholarship Program provides special needs students to attend a college of their choice to help enrich their education and the opportunity to pursue their career. A 4 year scholarship awarded to a First Place male and female, in the amount of $10,000 ($2,500 a year) over a 4 year period. We also award a 4 year scholarship to a Second Place male and female, in the amount of $4,000 ($1,000 a year) over a 4 year period. Challenger Sports Program enables our Special Needs Children and Adults to participate in our Batters Up Competition. We have Elk lodges throughout our 12 districts that raise funds to helpprovide for our Special Needs Children and their families throughout New Jersey. Our State Major Project – Elks Camp Moore, is where it all happens and brings smiles to the faces of our Special Children.
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Director Elks Camp MooreTodd Thompson
ECM Emergency Contact Phone Numbers
Winter: 609-651-6209
Summer: 973-835-1542
I’m Glad Somebody Helps
WHAT A WEALTH OF MEANING THERE IS IN THOSE WORDS
We, as Elks, have continually taken a great deal of pride in talking about our Special Children’s Committee’s works. However deeds are always better than words therefore we must practice what we preach. We can do this best by seeing to it that any handicapped child needing help in any community in our state is cared for by the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. Our aim is to help them become self-sustaining and useful citizens so that in the future they may enjoy a happy and normal life.
Our work means sacrifices of time, patience, understanding, love of neighbor, and a deep respect of our beloved Order. Surely, if each one would keep those thoughts in mind and continually strive to improve the work we have been doing, then it is reasonable to assume that special needs children will continue to utter the words of our beautiful slogan: "I’m glad somebody cares."
The Elk Lodges of New Jersey provide advice and assistance for the caring of Special Needs Children of every race, color, and creed. Scholarships are awarded to Special Needs high school seniors. Each year the Elks select four Special Ambassadors and four Alternate Ambassadors, each representing an Area of our State. They are honored at Lodge, District and State events. The Elks maintain clinics, hiring competent nurses, therapists, pediatricians, psychologists, teachers, etc. to help restore children with disabilities. Equipment, such as crutches, wheelchairs, walkers, hospital beds, etc. are furnished. Elk's Camp Moore provides Special Needs Children outdoor camping experience that would otherwise not be available.
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Youth Sports Tournament
Youth Sports Tournament Article Count: 1
New Jersey Elks Youth Sports Tournament
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The New Jersey State Elks Association has been sponsoring a Youth Sports Tournament for New Jersey Boys and Girls (ages 13 to 18) for over 30 years. The purpose of the tournament is to promote competition against the best athletes in the state in each individual sport and to promote camaraderie among all competitors. Scholarships are awarded to the winners of each sport to be used for the college or trade school they plan to attend. There is NO cost to the student/athlete or their school. All costs are covered by the local Elks Lodges through their Youth Activities Programs.
The New Jersey State Elks Association is proud to sponsor their Annual Youth Sports Tournament once again on Monday, June 24, 2024.
The tournament is a 1-day event held in Central New Jersey. An Awards Luncheon will follow immediately after the conclusion of tournament. All parents, grandparents, and siblings are cordially invited to attend the luncheon and presentation ceremony (athletes are free, but there is a cost for the others).
The venues for the individual sports are as follows:
Bowling – Shore Lanes, 701 New Jersey Route 35, Neptune, NJ 07753
Golf – The golf venue for the Youth Sports Tournament has changed it is now:
Cruz Golf Country Club - 55 Birdsall Road, Farmingdale, NJ 07727
Tennis – Neptune High School, 1 Gables Court, Neptune, NJ 07753
Participants will report directly to their individual location 1 hour prior to the start of competition for instructions and warm-up.
A Schedule of Events will be posted as we get closer to the Tournament.
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State Chairman
Kevin Doherty
Co-Chairman Region I
Michael Adamski
Co-Chairman Region II
Theresa Borkowski
Advisor
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Antlers Lodge #3 Sponsoring Lodge : Brick Lodge #2151, Advisor William J. Peltier, Jr |
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Antlers Lodge #4 Sponsoring Lodge : Lake Hopatcong #782, Advisor Bob Corcoran |
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Antlers Lodge #5 Sponsoring Lodge : Sussex #2282, Advisor Kim Larese |
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Antlers Lodge #6 Sponsoring Lodge : Manahawhin # 2340, Advisor Cathi Landers |
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Antlers Lodge #7 Sponsoring Lodge : Penn's Grove #1358, Advisor Robert Lamotte, Jr |
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New Jersey State Elks Association
The Antlers Are Back!
“Antlers today, Elks tomorrow”
* To teach respect for parents and love of home;
* To inculcate the fundamentals of good citizenship;
* To aid in a worthy cause;
* To establish a foundation of character;
* To promote the welfare and enhance the happiness of its Members;
* And to respect the conviction of others in the matters of worship and religion is true
Americanism.
Shean Opie
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STATE CHAIRMAN
Robert Murphy
CO-CHAIRMAN REGION I
Joseph Siegfried
CO-CHAIRMAN REGION II
Thomas Brown
STATE SOCCER COORDINATOR
Robert Murphy
BATTERS-UP DIRECTOR
V.L. Jackson
CHALLENDER BATTERS-UP DIRECTOR
Thomas Gardner
ADVISORS
Richard F.Pachucki PSP
Diego Tabbachino PSP
Youth Activities Article Count: 3
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Army of Hope Article Count: 5
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To be part of the Elks Army of Hope and to locate a nearby Elks Lodge, contact Elks Headquarters toll-free at (866)-ELK-VETS [(866)-355-8387]
Our Mission
Our mission statement is, “To assist our Active Military Servicemen and women, those severely Wounded in the line of duty, and our Fallen Hero families whose loved ones were killed in the line of duty.
The war on terror goes on and those sons and daughters serving in the military from New Jersey continue to die and become severely wounded. These are not single deaths, with the death of a loved one, part of a family, neighborhood and community dies. The parents, the children or grandchildren, aunts and uncles, friends, neighbors, co-workers all lose part of their hearts. You may have seen our tribute banner to the Fallen Heroes, to you they are faces. To this committee we know every parent and met with most of the family members. We shed tears with them and offer what comfort as best we can. The war on terror calls upon all of us to be vigilante but most of all falls on our military. We are trying our best to support New Jersey’s severely wounded and the families of our Fallen Heroes. We are becoming more and more aware of more troops that are severely wounded as time goes by that need our help. Please do not forget us when you give donations. The picnic is the only place there will be a donation line and we ask for you and your lodge to make a donation and honor our heroes and their families. Let them know their sacrifices have not been forgotten and never will be.
The work of the committee through your donations, have helped many soldiers and families from losing heat in the winter, being removed from housing and many other daily survival needs. We support job fairs to help the many veterans and soldiers get jobs as they return to civilian life or just get back on their feet. They need our help in so many ways.
We will continue to work with the schools to get cards and letters to our troops overseas. We will work to help them in every way we can while they are overseas with mementos from home and items to make life a little easier.
The Army of Hope is committed to our troops and will do everything within our power as Elks to aid and assist them.
On behalf of the AOH committee we say thank you, most importantly we say thank you on behalf of our active military Troops, Severely Wounded Soldiers and the families of our Fallen Heroes.
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National Foundation Article Count: 1
Elks National Foundation
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Lodge Activities Article Count: 11
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The GL Fraternal Committee is now relying mostly on the thumb drives and the elks.org website as the source for the All-American Lodge — Contest “A” material. The Lodge Certification form and instructional letters can be downloaded here. Contest A Certification Letters and Form.
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East District Article Count: 3
Ken "Bear" O'Dwyer, VP
Stephen Daly, DDGER
Patrick Maher, Trustee
MaryAnn Applegate, District Author
Bayonne 434 | Cliffside Park 1502 | Closter 2304
Hoboken 74 | Palisades Park/Ft. Lee 2475
Ridgefield Park 1506 | Tenafly 2271 | Weehawken 1456
East Central District Article Count: 11
Jonathan Joshua, VP
Daniel Kretchmer, DDGER
Barbara Brennan, Trustee
Lisa Wood, District Author
Cranford 2006 | Mountainside 1585 | Rahway 1075 | Springfield-Hillside 2004
Stirling 2392 | Summit 1246 | Union 1583
Central District Article Count: 5
Michael Finny, VP
Christine Sauer, DDGER
Betty Bellanca, Trustee
Scott Dunham, District Author
Carteret 2235 | Colonia 2282 | East Brunswick 2370 | Edison 2487
Metuchen 1914 | New Brunswick 324 | Piscataway 2414 |
South Amboy 784 | South Plainfield 2298 | Watchung Hills 885| Woodbridge 2116
North District Article Count: 2
George Osborne, VP
Jan Royland, DDGER
James DePalma,Trustee
Maureen Whalen, District Author
Mahwah 1941 | Oakland 2167 | Park Ridge 2234
Passaic Valley 2111 | Pompton Lakes 1895
Wayne 2181 | West Milford 2236 | Westwood 1562
North Central District Article Count: 3
Dan Pieraccini, VP
Cathy Lodge, DDGER
Richard Reinhardt, Trustee
Louis S Lusquinos Jr, District Author
Cedar Grove 2237 | Greater Essex 21 | Harrison/East Newark 2326
Kearny-Belleville 1050 | Lyndhurst 1505 | | North Arlington 1992
Northwest District Article Count: 1
Wayne McDonnell, VP
Kathleen Caffrey, DDGER
Heidi McDonnell, Trustee
Zachary Morehouse, District Author
Boonton 1405 | East Hanover 815 | Hackettstown 2331 | Lake Hopatcong 782
Livingston 1855 | Madison 1465 | Parsippany/Troy Hills 2078
Sparta 2356 | Sussex 2288
Northeast District Article Count: 12
Thomas Boyce, VP
Lisa Nazzaretto, DDGER
Jayne McLaughlin, Trustee
Gregg Martin, District Author
Bergenfield 1477 | Clifton-Garfield 1569 | Dumont 2593
Elmwood Park/Paterson 60 |Hackensack 658 | Hasbrouck Heights 1962
New Milford/Teaneck 2290 | Paramus 2001 | Rutherford 547
South District Article Count: 1
Sean Boots, VP
Jerry Krause DDGER
Arleen Hickman, Trustee
Robert Matteucci, District Author
Brigantine 2428 | Clayton 2132 | Deerfield Township 733
Egg Harbor Township 2563 | Greater Wildwood 1896
Millville 580| Penns Grove 1358 | Vineland 1422
Galloway 2845 | Greater Cape May 2839
South Central District Article Count: 6
Joe Reese, VP
Joe DeBonis, DDGER
Guy Opie, Trustee
Joe DeBonis, District Author
Eatontown 2402 | Freehold 1454 | Jamesburg 2180
Keyport/Matawan 2030 | Long Branch 742
Middletown 2179 | Millstone 2613
Old Bridge 2229 | Red Bank 233
Southeast District Article Count: 7
Mark Niro, VP
Connie Cantwell, DDGER
Jim Dugan, State Trustee
Dan Boesman, District Author
Asbury Park/Wall 128 | Bayville 2394 |
Brick 2151 | Howell 2515 | Jackson 2744
Lacey 2518 | Lakewood 1432 | Manahawkin 2340
Manasquan 2534 | Point Pleasant 1698 | Toms River 1875
Southwest District Article Count: 17
Heather Pagano, VP
James Miller, Jr., DDGER
Jack Fistori, Trustee
Warren Barkalow, District Author
Hoopshoot Article Count: 0
HoopShoot Article Count: 1
ELKS “HOOP SHOOT”
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STATE CHAIRPERSON Please check with your local Lodge to find out when their Lodge Hoop Shoot is.
NJ State Competition: Sunday, February 11, 2024 – South Plainfield High School
Snow date – Saturday, March 2, 2024
NE Regional Competition: March 15-16, 2024 - Wilkes Barre, PA
National Finals Competition: April 20, 2024 – Chicago, IL
Parades Article Count: 0
Parades Article Count: 8
STATE CHAIRMAN
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THE THEME FOR OUR 2025 PARADE WILL BE:
"New Jersey Elks Pride-Passion-Patriotism"
PEER Leadership Article Count: 0
The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks is a nationwide patriotic and charitable organization. One hundred nineteen Lodges are maintained within the State of New Jersey, consisting of a membership in excess of 41,000.
Deeply rooted in their communities, this fraternal organization perpetuates a presence dedicated to the service of their communities. Programs are varied and contribute to the benefit of many groups such as veterans, senior citizens, handicapped children, civic organizations and much more. The Elks are family-oriented, and as such, a significant percentage of effort is dedicated toward the youth of local and encompassing neighborhoods. Todays youth will form the foundation of tomorrow's society, and the Elks are in the forefront to offer their support and help provide forums for physical and mental growth while offering the students the opportunities to make their own decisions.
This then, is the Mission of the Drug Awareness Committee: "To support, in a non-clinical format, local, municipal, school, and civic programs dealing with drug usage and the direct nature of an insidious problem that is affecting our communities, our families and our very lives."
Peer Leadership Conference is for High School students and will be held February 2 to February 4, 2018
Pathway to Leadership Conference is for students in the 6th, 7th and 8th grades and will be held February 1, 2018
Both Coonferences will be held at the Ocean Place Resort and Conference Center.
Peer Leadership Conference Article Count: 6
Peer/Pathway to Leadership Conference
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The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks is a nationwide patriotic and charitable organization. One hundred seventeen Lodges are maintained within the State of New Jersey, consisting of a membership in excess of 42,000.
Deeply rooted in their communities, this fraternal organization perpetuates a presence dedicated to the service of their communities. Programs are varied and contribute to the benefit of many groups such as veterans, senior citizens, handicapped children, youth peer leaders, civic organizations and much more.
The Elks are family-oriented, and as such, a significant percentage of effort is dedicated toward the youth of local and encompassing neighborhoods. Today's youth will form the foundation of tomorrow's society and the Elks are in the forefront to offer their support and help provide forums for physical and mental growth while offering the students the opportunities to make their own decisions.
This then, is the Mission of the Drug Awareness Committee: "To support, in a nun-clinical format. Local, municipal, school, and civic programs dealing with drug usage and the direct nature of an insidious l . l problem that is affecting our communities, our families, and our very lives."
Patheas & PEER Leadership Coference Dates.
Pathway - February 6, 2025
Peer Leadership - February 7-9, 2025
Conferences will be held at the Ocean Place Resort and Conference Center.
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NJSEA Officer Training Article Count: 15
Officers Training
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Region 1 Training
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Region 2 Training
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The GL Training Course is for all NJ State Members to take.
Completed tests should be given to your district training chairman,
and that our goal is to get at least one completed test from each lodge in the state.
Our History Article Count: 0
Our History Article Count: 3
New Jersey State Elks Association's History
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The New Jersey State Elks Association was founded in 1913. Morris Odell of Camden Lodge No. 293 was elected the first president. Since then, many fine Elks from lodges throughout the state have held this high office. Down through the years, the New Jersey State Elks Association has been doing an excellent job in fulfilling its role. It has produced many great leaders. Many have been rewarded for their devoted and unselfish service by being appointed to Grand Lodge Positions. Each and every one of these Elks started the same way, in their respective lodge. Five members of our New Jersey State Elks Association have succeeded to the Order’s highest office of Grand Exalted Ruler. Joseph A. Buch of Trenton Lodge No. 105 State Association President in 1922, well known in Elkdom as the Founder of the “Aid to Crippled Children Movement”, became Grand Exalted Ruler in 1940. William J. Jernick of Nutley Lodge No. 1290, State Association President in 1939, became Grand Exalted Ruler in 1954, Kenneth V. Cantoli of Hasbrouck Heights No. 1962, State President in 1977, became Grand Exalted Ruler in 1983, Arthur Mayer Jr. of Bergenfield Lodge No. 1477, State Association President in 1985, became Grand Exalted Ruler in 2001, and Malcolm J. McPherson Jr. of Lyndhurst Lodge No. 1505, State President 1999, became Grand Exalted Ruler in 2017. New Jersey has been very fortunate in having four five outstanding Grand Exalted Rulers, and is proud of its outstanding special children program with Elks Camp Moore, the “Miracle on The Mountain” at Haskell, North Jersey, The Cerebral Palsy center and The Adult Training Center in Clifton, The Cerebral Palsy Children’s Center in Somerville, and in our national high standing in National Foundation, Lodge Activities, Membership, Youth Activities and other Grand Lodge National Programs, especially considering the fact that geographically, New Jersey is one of the smallest states in the nation. Until the early 1960’s, membership in the State Association was not limited to Exalted Rulers and Past Exalted Rulers as it is today. Today one must be the Exalted Ruler of their Lodge to be recognized as their lodge’s official delegate. As Past Exalted Ruler they become permanent members of the Association as long as their lodges stay in good standing.
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Miracle Run Article Count: 1
The New Jersey Elks Miracle Run is an annual motorcycle fundraising event that supports Special Needs Children and Elks Camp Moore. The Miracle Run Committee consists of dedicated and hardworking Elks from throughout the State of New Jersey who commit their time and energy during the course of the year for this annual event. The run itself, is comprised of a southern, northern and scenic ride which culminates in a central New Jersey location with a picnic to help celebrate our Special Children.
Motorcycles, automobiles or walk-ins, Elks or non-Elks are cordially invited to attend our event. “Let‘s put a smile on the face of our Special Children!”
Publication The NJ Elk Article Count: 6
STATE CHAIRMAN I EDITOR IN CHIEF
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PRODUCTION COORDINATOR
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PHOTOGRAHERS
George Yusko
Pete Simone
Fran Freid
Don Swzak
Terri Coyne
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Auditing & Business Practices Article Count: 0
Auditing & Business Practices Article Count: 2
Auditing and Business Practices
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Quarterly Financial Reporting Dates
Committees within each District of the New Jersey State Elks Association (NJSEA) are to report to the Vice President and the District Chairperson of the NJSEA, Auditing and Business Practices Committee, a quarterly financial reconciliation of all funds, including all cash, in the custody of the District Committee.
Auditing and Buisness Practices Meeting
Tuesday, October 4, 2022 Keyport-Matawan Lodge
249 Broadway, Keyport
The quarters are to be reported on the following cycle:
First Quarter - Jun, Jul & Aug - due by Sep 15th
Second Quarter - Sept, Oct & Nov - due by Dec 15th
Third Quarter - Dec, Jan & Feb - due by Mar 15th
Fourth Quarter - Mar, Apr & May - due by June 15th
The reports must be submitted on the Excel spreadsheet supplied by the NJSEA. Committee examples: SCC, ENF, Army of Hope, Parade & Convention, Americanism, Youth Activities, and any other Committee within a district.
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Calendar event Article Count: 0
Add Calendar event Article Count: 1
Grand Lodge Article Count: 0
Here you will find Grand Lodge Information
Grand Lodge Information Article Count: 1
BPO Elks of the USA
Here you will find Grand Lodge Information
State Photo Gallery Article Count: 0
The State Photographer Team works hand and hand with our State events throught out the year.
STATE PHOTOGRAPHERS
George Yusko
Richard Phillips
Fran Freid
Debra Czech
STATE VIDEOTOGRAPHER
Bill Scannon
Training Article Count: 0
STATE CHAIRMAN
Brian Hopkins
CO-CHAIRMAN REGION I
Clint Sprague
CO-CHAIRMAN REGION II
Salvatore Ditta
ADVISORS
Robert F. Binetti, PSP
Paolo D. Paone PGLK
Training Article Count: 2
State Internet Article Count: 0
State Internet Article Count: 0
Internet Operations
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NJSEA Elections Article Count: 1
NJ STATE ELKS ASSOCIATION
NOTICE OF STATE PRESIDENT AND DISTRICT ELECTIONS
SUNDAY, MARCH 7, 2021
Please be informed that on Sunday, March 7, 2021 from 2:00 PM-4:00 PM, the NJ State Elks Association will conduct the annual state and district elections. There is no contest for State Treasurer. However, there are contests for the positions of State President, State Secretary and District Vice President as noted below.
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Ridgefield Park # 1506 |
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Rahway # 1075 |
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Wayne # 2181 -No VP Nomination -Caucus Required |
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Boonton # 1405 |
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NJSEA Election Article Count: 1
Scholarship Article Count: 0
State Dignitaries Article Count: 0
State Dignitaries Article Count: 2
Our State Dignitaries
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Contact us:
State Headquarters for our State Project Camp Moore
April Mayora
P.O. Box 1596
Woodbridge,NJ 07095
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State Project Article Count: 0
State Project Article Count: 4
Members only Article Count: 0
Members only Article Count: 4
Welcome to our Members only
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State Secretary Article Count: 0
State Secretary Article Count: 4
Sue Dupas
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NJSEA Constitution & By-Laws 11/18 Article Count: 1
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Fall Conference Reports Article Count: 1
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Batters Up Article Count: 0
Batters Up Article Count: 4
STATE BATTERS UP COORDINATOR
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Challenger Sports program Article Count: 1
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Soccer program Article Count: 14
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Veterans Programs Article Count: 10
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A Concise History
In 1917, the World was at war. The Order of Elks was only 44 years old. In April of that year, Grand Exalted Ruler Edward Rightor appointed a committee to study what the Order of Elks should do in this crisis. The Committee was ordered to present its findings to the Grand Lodge Session in July.
During the July Grand Lodge Session held in Boston, this Committee, headed by Past Grand Exalted Ruler John K. Tener reported to the membership and recommended, "That the Elks give first consideration to the sick and wounded on the battlefields of France and equip base hospitals for their care; that the Order create a fund for war relief work."
The membership enthusiastically and unanimously approved a resolution appropriating one million dollars for the "War Relief Fund." This money was raised by out Brothers at the subordinate Lodge level.
Grand Exalted Ruler Fred Harper who was elected Grand Exalted Ruler at the Boston convention, appointed an Elks War Relief Commission. With Past Grand Exalted Ruler John K. Tener serving as Chairman, this Commission began evolving toward the organization we now have today: the Elks National Veterans Service Commission.
During World War I, the Elks, under the auspices of the War Relief Commission, helped the nation to victory. Through the patriotism and generosity of our members, the Commission organized and equipped the first two base hospitals to reach France, Unit 41 staffed by faculty and alumni from the University of Virginia and Unit 46 with University of Oregon faculty and alumni.
In 1918, to accommodate the maimed and wounded, the Elks built a 700 bed Reconstruction Hospital in Boston and gave it to the federal government. This hospital was the forerunner of the VA Medical Centers we have today. Another facility was scheduled for construction in New Orleans when the government decided it was not needed. That same year, the Order built a 72 room Community House to take care of the families visiting the forty thousand soldiers stationed at Camp Sherman, Ohio.
During the war, the Salvation Army was severely handicapped in its great work for the servicemen by lack of funds. To make sure this work continued, the Elks War Relief Commission and the subordinate Lodges of the Order undertook campaigns to raise funds for the Salvation Army, and on many occasions assumed the entire cost of these undertakings. In addition, the Commission, at Christmas time 1918, gave the Army $60,000 to continue its work.
The Commission made forty thousand rehabilitation, vocational and educational loans to disabled veterans who were ineligible for government help or were waiting approval of their applications for assistance. This service was so effective that the federal government followed the Order’s example; they set up a revolving fund and took over this activity. The GI Bill, which makes funds available to veterans for education, had its genesis from this Elk program.
More than seventy thousand Elks served in the Armed Forces during World War I. The supreme sacrifice was paid by over one thousand Brothers.In 1940, it was becoming quite apparent to many people that war was quickly approaching our shores. At the Grand Lodge session held in Houston, Texas that year, the Elks unanimously voted to establish the Elks National Defense and Public Relations Commission
The primary focus of this Commission was to establish a patriotic program which placed the power of the Order behind the United States National Defense Program. All Elks were called upon to help preserve and defend our democratic way of life.
Right after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, Grand Exalted Ruler John S. McClelland sent a telegram to President Roosevelt placing the Order of Elks at the nation’s disposal. McClelland then called a special session of the Elks National Defense and Public Relations Commission to be held in New York City, From this meeting on January 4, 1942 was born the Elks War Commission.
With an initial war chest of $35,000, the War Commission set about its work. They also appealed to the subordinate Lodges far financial aid and manpower. Once again, our Brothers, with their ladies, responded as they always have in times of crisis. Their support was overwhelming.
The United States Army asked the War Commission to help recruit 45,000 young men for the ground crews of the Army Air Corps. The Commission, with the help of the Lodges, recruited 47,000 men for the ground crews.
During its first session, the War Commission decided to set up a program in cooperation with Lodges that were close to large military camps. They wanted to provide Brother Elks with the benefits of their membership in the spare time available to them. The Commission also wanted to provide members of the Armed Forces who were not Elks some of the comforts of home while far away from their families.
Throughout the United States, 155 Elks Fraternal Centers were established. They were supported by the Elks National War Commission, and in many instances by individual Lodges.Because of their record of accomplishment, the Elks were asked to help recruit men skilled in construction for the Army Corps of Engineers and the Navy Construction Battalions. With the enthusiasm and efficiency of our Lodges, the requested numbers of Army Engineers and Navy Seabees were met three months ahead of schedule.
The President of the American Merchant Marine Library Association reported to the Commission that 600,000 books were needed to provide reading material for the seamen of the Merchant Marine Service. The Order responded by providing 650,000 books, one for (at that time) every member in our great fraternity
Aid was provided for members of Manila Lodge No. 761 and Agana, Guam Lodge No. 1281 and their families after they had been captured and devastated by the Japanese.
Thousands of gift boxes containing smokers supplies, candy and personal hygiene items were sent to our fighting military personnel, while thousands of slippers were distributed to hospitalized members of the Armed Forces.
When thousands of wounded and disabled members of the Armed Forces were returned to the States for recuperation at government hospitals, the Elks again stepped forward offering their services helping entertain these veterans. In addition to radios, phonographs, playing cards, books, magazines, games, musical instruments and craft items, they also provided comfort items for bedridden patients.
The Elk volunteers also spent hours listening to these heroes. They heard their tales of horror and heroism during battle. They listened to the hopes and dreams of these young veterans who were far from home, family, spouses and sweethearts. Most of all, the Elks were there to lend support whenever possible.
It was through the work with hospitalized veterans during World War II that we continued our evolution of SERVING OUR NATION’S VETERANS.
In July 1946 at the Grand Lodge Session in New York, the Elks National Veterans Service Commission was created to replace the Elk War Commission. The main goals of the new Commission were "to carry on the Hospital Program, the Peace Army Enlistment Campaign, and all uncompleted activities supervised by the Elks War Relief Commission. During this session, the Elks pledged that "So long as there are veterans in our hospitals, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will never forget them." Our commitment continues to this day. The Elks even provided funds and materials to build a recreational unit at the Navy Hospital in Guam.
At the Philadelphia convention in 1948 a delegate from each Lodge in California deposited a bundle of hides at the rostrum. These hides, valued at $26,000.00 were distributed to 21 veterans hospitals who had requested these items. This was the beginning of our Leather Program. We still actively promote and support occupational therapy programs with tooling leather provided from hides donated by Elks.
The Elks National Veterans Service Commission became the Elks National Service Commission in 1949 at the Grand Lodge Session in Cleveland. This new Commission was named the patriotic agency of the Order, in addition to continuing our work with veterans.
When a shooting war broke out in Korea in 1950, the Elks responded by sending gift packs as they had in World War II. The same was done in 1965 for those involved in the Vietnam Conflict.
In 1951 during the Korean War, the Secretary of Defense appealed to the Order for help in procuring blood for our wounded. Within a few months, the Elks Lodges obtained over a half million pints. During the Vietnam War, the Defense Department was concerned with the morale of our 400,000 troops fighting communist aggression because of the anti-American sentiments being reported on the home front. After much discussion, it was decided that a "Letters from Home" campaign would help counteract all the negative acts emanating from this country. When the Commission learned that wounded veterans from Vietnam were sweltering in Tripler Army Medical Center that lacked air conditioning, they provided 24 air conditioning units so that these military personnel might recover in relative comfort.
The Elks again answered the call and flooded these fine young defenders of freedom with letters expressing our gratitude for the sacrifices they were making for our country. Since 1986, the Commission has worked closely with Re-Creation, a group of young men and women who travel around the country visiting and entertaining our hospitalized veterans. This program helps brighten the days of those confined to VA Medical Centers.
As our fighting men and women were defending the sanctity of life from the sands of Saudi Arabia and Kuwait to Iraq, the Elks once again mounted a letter writing campaign thanking these patriots for the dedication to duty. Gift packs were also sent as in previous conflicts.
That Elks hold veterans in high esteem is evident by their actions. During the Grand Lodge Convention held in Los Angeles in 1921 a proposal was made to establish the Elks National Headquarters in Chicago. The Committee also recommended that the Order erect a memorial building honoring those who served their country and gave their lives during the Great War. Two and one-half million dollars were raised by the Elk Lodges to pay for the new building.
The cornerstone was laid on June 7, 1924. Upon completion two years later on June 14, 1926, the edifice was formally dedicated to those who served in World War I. The National Headquarters and Memorial Building was rededicated in 1946 to those who saw service in World War II. Again, in 1976, this honor was bestowed on those who answered the call in Korea and Vietnam.
The Elks were among the first fraternal organizations to formally welcome home the returning veterans from Operation Desert Storm. Subordinate Lodges held appropriate functions recognizing the veterans’ sacrifices and thanking them for their commitment to duty.
In 1990, at their annual meeting in Las Vegas, the Elks voted to restore their National Headquarters and Memorial to America’s Veterans. They raised over $4,500,000 for this purpose. On July 3, 1994 the building was rededicated to peace and to those who served in Grenada, Panama and Operation Desert Storm.
At the National Convention held in New Orleans in 1995, the delegates voted on July 13th to change the name of the Elks National Service Commission to the Elks National Veterans Service Commission just as it was from 1946 to 1949. While our name has changed, our mission is the same — to provide aid and comfort to any veteran in need.
Our story is long; our work is humble; our history is proud. The Elks National Veterans Service Commission will continue SERVING OUR NATIONS’S VETERANS.
”So long as there are veterans, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will never forget them.“
TAM Training Article Count: 10
TAM Training
(Techniques of Alcohol Management)
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| Instructors |
| Joseph Gonder |
| Victoria Watson |
| Barbara Monti |
| Anthony Luongo |
| Audio-Visual Technician | Anthony Luongo |
| Registrar | Karen Korn |
2025 TAM Training Schedule
| Date | Day of Week | Lodge | Registration Begins At | District |
| 1/12/25 | Sunday | Deptford | 8:30 am | Southwest |
| 1/26/25 | Sunday | Lake Hopatcong | 8:30 am | Northwest |
| 2/925 | Sunday | Princeton | 8:30 am | West Central |
| 2/23/25 | Sunday | Bergenfield | 8:30 am | Northeast |
| 3/9/25 | Sunday | Freehold | 8:30 am | South Central |
| 4/27/25 | Sunday | South Orange | 8:30 am | North Central |
| 5/4/25 | Sunday | Toms River | 8:30 am | Southeast |
| 5/18/25 | Sunday | Deerfield | 8:30 am | South |
| 9/7/25 | Sunday | Mahwah | 8:30 am | North |
| 9/21/25 | Sunday | Woodbridge | 8:30 am | Central |
| 10/5/25 | Sunday | Stirling | 8:30 am | East Central |
| 10/19/25 | Sunday | Ridgefield Park | 8:30 am | East |
Public Relations Committee Article Count: 9
New Jersey State Elks Association
Public Relations Committee
State Chairperson
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Co-Chairperson, Region I
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Co-Chairperson, Region II
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Marketing Article Count: 20
Marketing the NJ ELKS has never been Easier
Below you will find a sampling of NJ Elks ads that can help grow your lodge image to your community and build a better appreciation for Elkdom.
The first three ads revolve around our Veterans, Peer Leadership and Special Needs Children and can be edited in the gray box at the bottom. This allows your lodge committee chair, district chair or state chair to personalize these ads with contact information so that non-Elk members can contact these individuals directly regarding these three programs.
The remaining ads currently available on this page are for use on your social media pages, as flyers or posters placed at either a lodge event, town or any sort of public event that your lodge is represented at.
In the future, check this page out from time to time for other ads that can help drive brand awareness for your lodge and the state association.
PUBLIC RELATIONS & MEDIA TOOL KIT Article Count: 11
GRAND LODGE PUBLIC RELATIONS & MEDIA TOOL KIT
Table of Contents
1 – MANUAL – AIMS, GOALS & PROGRAMS
GL Public Relations Aims, Goals & Programs 2009-2010
2 – MANUAL – PUBLIC RELATIONS & MEDIA HANDBOOK
PR and Media Handbook
3 – MANUAL – PUBLIC RELATIONS BASICS
Public Relations Basics - Word Document
4 – MANUAL – PUBLIC RELATIONS EVENT PLANNING
Public Relations Event Planning – Word Document
5 – MANUAL – STEPS TO A PUBLIC RELATIONS CAMPAIGN
Steps to a Public Relations Campaign – Word Document
6 – MANUAL – GLPR DISTRICT CHAIRMAN INSTRUCTIONS
Public Relations planning & implementation on a District level – Word Document
7 - DUTIES
District duties 2009-2010 – Word Document
Lodge duties 2009-2010 – Word Document
8 – www.elks.org USER MANUAL
User manual for www.elks.org with instructions & suggestions – Adobe pdf Format
9 – BANNERS & SIGNS
Public Relations Motto - Word Document
Elk Banner Higher Visibility - Word Document
Elk Banner New Heights - Word Document
Elk Banner Today’s Youth, Tomorrow’s Leaders - Adobe pdf Format
Elk Banner Today’s Youth, Tomorrow’s Leaders - Word Document
Elks Bumper Sticker – My Pictures
Elks Care Elks Share Veterans Sign - Adobe pdf Format
Veterans, Elks Care, Elks Share - Adobe pdf Format
10 – ELK’S TOASTS
A Toast to Our Absent Brothers
The 11 O’Clock Toast
The Eleventh Hour
The Original Jolly Corks Toast
To Our Absent Brothers
Toast to Our Veterans
11 – ELK’S LOGOS
Various Elk’s logos including ENF & “Elks Care – Elks Share” – opens in My Pictures
Elk’s Emblem Usage Guide - Adobe .pdf file
12 – OUR HISTORY & INFO OF THE ORDER
Elks – About Us – Word Document
Elks – Charles Vivian - Word Document
John F. Kennedy – membership record – Windows Document
San Francisco Elks – Windows Media Player
The Jolly Corks & the cork trick – Adobe pdf file
The Jolly Corks, the cork trick, the death of Charles Vivian – Word Document
The Origins of the BPOE – Word Document
13 – POWER POINT PRESENTATIONS (all are in Power Poiint Presentation format)
ENF Programs Presentation
Maine Elks Association PR Presentation 1
Maine Elks Association PR Presentation 2
Maine Elks Association PR Presentation 3
Maine Elks Association PR Presentation 4
Maine Elks Association PR Presentation 5
Public Relations v.2
Using the Media presentation
Utah Elks Power Point – Utah Elks
Wings – I’m Alive
14 – SPIRIT OF OUR FLAG
A Tribute to Our Flag – Word Document
Lucky To Be An American – Windows Media Player
Colors – Power Point
Flag Video - Windows Media Player
God Bless the USA - Windows Media Player
Greatest Play In Baseball – Windows Media Player
I Am the Flag of the United States – Word Document
I Pledge Allegiance by Red Skelton – Word Document
Star Spangled Banner - Windows Media Player
Taps – Windows Media Player
Vet’s Coffee Ad – Windows Document
Video – Flag Sky Dive – Windows Document
15 – MEDIA CONTACTS
Folder – Radio Contacts
Radio Media Contacts – Excel Format
Radio Contact Headquarters – Word Document
Folder – Television Contacts
Public Service Access Channels – Excel Format
TV Media Contacts – Excel Format
Newspapers – Daily – Excel Format
Newspapers – Daily Spanish – Excel Format
Newspapers – Weekly – Excel Format
Newspapers – Weekly Black – Excel Format
Newspapers – Weekly Spanish – Excel Format
16 – TIPS, IDEAS & SAMPLES
An Evening with the Elks - Word Document
Donate Elks Magazine – Adobe pdf Format
Elk’s Magazine Submission guidelines – Adobe pdf Format
Elks Miracle Plunge publicity – Windows Media Player
GL Newspaper guidelines – Word Document
GLPR Methods of Promotion – Word Document
Major Methods of Advertising – Word Document
Sample Lodge Newsletter - Adobe pdf Format
Sample PR flyer for a State Association meeting.pub – Microsoft Publisher
Sample PR Tri-folder Brochure 2008.pub – Microsoft Publisher
Sample Utah PR flyer Fall Meeting – Word Document
Top Ten Things Newspaper Editors Want – Word Document
UEA PR Brochure – Microsoft Publisher
17 – PUBLIC RELATIONS POWER POINT SEMINARS (all are in Power Point Presentation format)
PR Presentation 1 – Power Point
PR Presentation 2 – Power Point
PR Presentation 3 – Power Point
PR Presentation 4 – Power Point
PR Presentation 5 – Power Point
UEA PR Brochure – Microsoft Publisher
18 – SEMINARS & WORKSHOPS
PR Presentation – Area 1 – Power Point
PR Presentation – Sample – Power Point
19 – PRESS RELEASE INFO & EXAMPLES
Elks Prototype Ad - Adobe pdf Format
New Style ENF MVS Press Release - Adobe pdf Format
News Release Tips - Word Document
Press Release – Elk ENF MVS 2008 News Release - Word Document
Press Release – National Essay Contest 2007 - Word Document
Press Release – Top Winners News Release – PR Version 1 - Word Document
Press Release – Checklist Summary - Word Document
Press Release – Marvel Comics - Word Document
Press Release – Louisiana Hurricane - Word Document
Public Relations English Usage Rules - Word Document
20 – AWARDS AND CITATIONS
Special Media Citation, No. 1 – Word Document
Special Media Citation, No. 2 – Word Document
GL PR Awards Template – Word Document
21 – AMERICANISM
Americanism Tri Fold Pamphlet – Adobe pdf Format
22 – DICTIONARY PROJECT (all are in Word Document format)
Dictionary Labels
Dictionary Project Camarillo Heights
Dictionary Project Ladera
Dictionary Project San Cayetano
Pictures of Dictionary Projects – opens in My Pictures
23 - Elks Lodges Numerically Listed – all known Lodges – Word Document
Ritual Committee Article Count: 3
Ritual Committee
State Chairman
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Region I Chairman
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Region II Chairman
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Advisors
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State 11 O'clock Toast and Flag Salute Contest Winner
State Ritual Contest Winner Middletown Lodge #2179
February 22 & 23 2025. (Depending on number of Teams Location TBA)
