A Gratitude Grant is a specific recognition award distributed by the Elks National Foundation (ENF) to acknowledge and thank local Lodges for their significant financial contributions.
Understanding Gratitude Grants
Gratitude Grants serve as a direct expression of appreciation from the Elks National Foundation (ENF). These grants are designed to acknowledge and reward the dedicated efforts of individual Lodges within the Elks organization for their unwavering financial support of the ENF's initiatives.
Purpose and Eligibility
The primary purpose of a Gratitude Grant is to say "thank you" to Lodges that go above and beyond in their fundraising efforts for the Foundation. Eligibility for receiving these grants is clear and based on a specific fundraising achievement:
- Awarding Body: The grants are issued by the Elks National Foundation (ENF).
- Recipients: Every Lodge within the Elks organization is eligible to receive a Gratitude Grant.
- Eligibility Criterion: A Lodge qualifies for a Gratitude Grant by successfully meeting the Grand Exalted Ruler's (GER) per-member goal for giving to the Elks National Foundation. This goal represents a specific financial contribution target per member that Lodges are encouraged to meet or exceed annually.
In essence, a Gratitude Grant is a mechanism that incentivizes and recognizes strong financial support for the ENF's charitable endeavors, highlighting the commitment of local Lodges to the broader mission of the Elks. It underscores the value of each Lodge's contribution to the Foundation's success in serving communities.
