Esperance Lodge No 2507 Order of Elks

“George diamond josh diamond secretery lect. Knight son”

“The exalted ruler can appoint some officers”

“Members have the right to overturn the governing body”

“Tax return presented to board at its monthly meeting. It is discussed, voted on and approved by the board.”

“Documents are made available to the public upon request.”

“Governing documents are made available to the public upon request.”

“To inculate the principles of charity, justice, brotherly love and fidelity; to promote the welfare and enhance the happiness of its members; to quicken the spirit of american patriotism; to cultivate good fellowship; to perpetuate itself as a fraternal organization, and to promote for its government. Elks invest in their communities through programs that help children grow up healthy and drug-free, meet the needs of today's veterans, and improve the quality of life. The lodge holds many dinners and festivals throughout the year to raise funds for local charities. These events include spaghetti dinners, memorial ceremonies, children's christmas parties, charity balls, and memorial day bbq. The lodge also collects proceeds from a bell jar activity and passes the majority of proceeds to charities. For the fiscal year ended march 31, 2018 13,183 of proceeds from the bell jar,building rentals, and other fundraising effors was given out to local charities. The lodge also applies to the district offices for grants for other nonprofit organizations in need.”

“Elks invest in their communities through programs that help children grow up healthy and drug-free, by undertaking projects that address unmet need, and by honoring the service and sacrifice of our veterans”

“Repairs 3,023 0 0 officers' expense 1,500 0 0 badges and pins 852 0 0 application fee 850 0 0 dd expense 559 0 0 dignitary visitations 492 0 0 installation of officers 477 0 0 key card 299 0 0 supplies 295 0 0 other lodge expenses 200 0 0 repairs and maintenance 198 0 0 rituals 80 0 0 cash over/short -125 0 0 total 8,700 0 0”