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"I would like to thank the Elk Organization for their generous grant which will be used toward the cost of my tuition."
Joseph Munn,

What's New?

Visit this section on a regular basis for the latest on the Community Investments Program. Check in to see how your fellow members are flourishing with the program, and write to tell us about your accomplishments.

News
Promise Grants Almost Gone!

Each year, the ENF awards Promise Grants to the first 250 Lodges that pledge to host a youth event. This year, Promise Grants are going faster than ever. We have awarded almost all of the grants for this year, so be sure to mail in your Pledge Form as soon as possible if you plan to apply. Click here for more information or to download a form.

2008-009 Impact Grant Recipients Announced!

This year, more than 150 Lodges applied to receive an Impact Grant worth up to $10,000. Out of this pool, 45 Lodges have been awarded grant funding to help meet the needs of their community. Click here to read about all of the Impact Grant recipients.

We Missed You In Anaheim!

If you weren't able to attend our seminars in Anaheim, don't worry, you can get all of the information you need from the website.

  • At the Impact Grants Workshop we discussed everything you need to know to turn in a spectacular application. Take a look at the presentation here.
  • At the Programs Seminar we talked about all of the programs that the ENF funds. This includes Scholarships, Hoop Shoot, Drug Awareness and much more! We also discussed the Community Investments Program, which includes all of the grants offered to Lodges. To view the entire presentation click here.

    2008-09 Grants Now Available!

    Applications for 2008-09 Promise Grants and Gratitude Grants are now available.

    Promise Grant Pledge Forms can be downloaded from our website or requested from the ENF Programs Department. Additionally, one was sent to each Lodge Secretary in June. Remember, Promise Grants are awarded to the first 250 Lodges that pledge to host a youth event, so reserve your spot today!

    Gratitude Grant applications will be sent to Lodges as they meet the per-capita goal. To find out your Lodge 2008-09 per-capita standing, click here.

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    Gratitude Grants and Promise Grants Receive Another Raise!

    The Community Investments Program keeps getting bigger! The ENF Board of Trustees approved another $100 increase in the program's Gratitude Grant and Promise Grant amounts. Now each grant is worth up to $500 in reimbursement!

    Qualifications for each grant will remain the same. Keep brainstorming ways for your Lodge to continue meeting unmet needs and empowering members of your community. Click in the blue box above for more information on about ENF grants.


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