What is the largest Elks Lodge in the United States?
Bismarck Mandan Lodge 1199
Are the Elks political?
Membership. The Order is a non-political, non-sectarian and strictly American fraternity. Proposal for membership in the Order is only by invitation of a member in good standing.
What are the benefits of joining the Elks Lodge?
BECAUSE Through our local Lodge, district, state, and National programs, we provide healthful activities, guidance and assistance to over eight million boys and girls every year. We fund scholarships, athletic teams, summer camps, scouting and drug education programs.
Is the Elks Lodge a secret society?
In 1907, the Seattle Republican reported on the Order of Elks, writing that "it is claimed by members and officers that it is one of the most thriving secret societies among Afro-Americans of this city." According to the non-profit African American Registry, the fraternal order was founded in Cincinnati, Ohio, in 1899 ...
What does the Elks Club stand for?
Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks
What is the Black Elks Club?
ibpoew.org. The Improved Benevolent Protective Order of Elks of the World (IBPOEW) is an African-American fraternal order modeled on the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. It was established in 1897 in the United States.
What is the motto of the Elks?
CHARITY, JUSTICE, BROTHERLY LOVE, AND FIDELITY. The motto of the B.P.O.E. is: THE FAULTS OF OUR BROTHERS AND SISTERS WE WRITE UPON THE SAND, THEIR VIRTURES UPON THE TABLETS OF LOVE AND MEMORY.
What is Elks initiation?
Each member shall introduce himself/herself by giving his/ her name and the name and number of his/her Lodge. EXALTED RULER: In the name of the Order, and on behalf of this Lodge, I greet you as members. You may be seated. EXALTED RULER: The Chaplain will lead us in prayer.