How much funding does Elks National Foundation Scholarship Contest provide?

Elks National Foundation Scholarship Contest provides $1,000 - $15,000 per year for up to four years in funding.

When is the deadline for Elks National Foundation Scholarship Contest?

The funder has not published the next deadline; based on past cycles it is expected around December.

Elks National Foundation Scholarship Contest runs on an annual cycle. The next deadline is expected December 31, 2026.

Funding Amount

$1,000 - $15,000 per year for up to four years

Deadline

Expected ~December

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadlines typically fall in: December

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

The Connecticut Elks Association administers the Elks National Foundation (ENF) Scholarship Contest for high school students.

Geographic Scope: Connecticut

Award Categories:

Most Valuable Student Scholarship Awards: $1,000 minimum per year for four years, with top male and female students nationally receiving $15,000 per year for four years
Legacy Awards: For children or grandchildren of living Elks
Special Awards: In memory of distinguished Elks who have passed
Connecticut-specific awards: Including Francis Joyce Award ($1,500), Thaddeus Pawloski Award ($500), Frank Sotor Award ($500), and State PER Association Award ($500)
Additional recipients: $1,500 towards college tuition

Focus Areas: Educational advancement for high school students

Eligibility: High school students in Connecticut; Legacy Award applicants must be children or grandchildren of living Elks members

Application Process: Administered through individual Connecticut lodges

Geographic Scope: Connecticut Elks lodges serve as local application points

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

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