Delray Beach Elks Lodge #1770, using a donation of $500, donated 18,000 books to elementary schools in Delray Beach, Boca Raton, and Boynton Beach, Florida. On Dec. 5, the lodge donated $1,000 to the Palm Beach County Food Bank’s Empty Bowls fundraiser. On Dec. 14, the lodge donated $2,000 for the city of Delray’s holiday toy drive and to Heroes and Helpers. These projects fund Christmas presents for children and families in Delray Beach. On Dec. 15, the lodge sponsored ADVA’s (Aid to Victims of Domestic Violence) 21st annual Race for Hope with a donation of $500. The race took place Jan. 21.