Elks National Foundation: Cornerstone Grants

Overview

_NOTE:_

* _The application opened on June 9 and will be accepted on a rolling basis._
* _All Elks scholars may apply with at least one of the following core partners: other Elks scholar(s), a student organization, a nonprofit, or an Elks Lodge._

Cornerstone Grants

Do you volunteer with a nonprofit organization? Would you like additional funding to start or enhance a service project? Organize your own service project!

We know that as an Elks scholar, you already uphold the cornerstones of the Foundation: knowledge, integrity, charity and community. Now, we want to help you do more! The ENF is offering fifteen $500 Cornerstone Grants to any Elks scholar interested in starting or expanding a community service project. We are also offering six $250 bonuses for projects done in collaboration with an Elks Lodge.

Looking for project ideas?

Consider a cause that you are passionate about and partner with an organization addressing that need.

Talk to your sponsoring lodge about what sort of service project they’d like to see at the Lodge. Ask them about charitable projects they are currently involved with, and see if there are any projects they’d like to see enhanced. You can find contact information for a Lodge near you here.

Contact our office and we can help you generate ideas or connect you with your local Elks Lodge.

Criteria

* Fifteen $500 grants will be available with six potential $250 bonuses.
* Elks scholars must connect their service project with at least one of the following core partners: other Elks scholar(s), a student organization, a nonprofit, or an Elks Lodge.
* Elks scholars must demonstrate meaningful involvement in their community service initiative.
* All grant funds must be used, and a project summary (with photos and receipts) must be submitted, by the specified date.

Eligibility

_You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website._

* Any Elks scholar interested in serving their community in a meaningful way is eligible to apply.
* You do not need to be a current undergrad to apply.

Ineligibility

* This grant cannot be used as a donation to an organization.