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Englewood Elks Raise Funds at Picnic for Elks State Major Projects
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On July 4 at their annual July picnic, Englewood Elks donated $850 to the Harry-Anna Trust Fund, which was raised from donations and a gift basket raffle. Linda McCusker, pictured, was the team leader of these member volunteers: Bruce Chase, Darcy Frenz, Tom Gaughan, Nancy Geeson, Sherrie Keesee, Anne Magliozzi, Joann Newman, Carolyn Sutherland and Lynne Willett.
Fort Myers Elks Support Two Local Food Pantries
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On Aug. 22, Fort Myers Elks Lodge #1288 presented $500 checks to FMBStrong and Beach Baptist Church. These organizations provide essential food pantry supplies to the Fort Myers Beach community, ensuring that residents affected by disasters receive the supplies and assistance they need.
Pictured are Lacy Farmer, Secretary; Eric Farmer, PER, trustee; Heidi Jungwirth, FMBStrong general manager; and Deby Roxanne, Beach Baptist Church volunteer.
Naples Elks Donates Funds for Shirts for Graduating Sixth Graders
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On Aug. 28, Naples Elks Lodge #2010 donated $2,500 to Manatee Elementary School in Collier County. The donation will be used to purchase shirts to commemorate the sixth grade students’ graduation. This is one of many projects the Elks have supported for the school.
Pictured are Lynn Malpede, chaplain; Rae Frye, Inner Guard; Kerri Pakalinis, school counselor; Laurie Mearsheimer, principal; Allyson Dunn, assistant principal; and Julie Dunn, House Committee chair.
Bonita Springs-Estero Elks Support Cafe of Life with Nonperishable Foods and Donation
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On July 28, Bonita Springs-Estero Elks Lodge #2753 held a Christmas-in-July event, with approximately 80 attendees who brought a total of 1,200 nonperishable foods for the Cafe of Life, a food distribution center for people in need. The lodge also donated $1,000 to Cafe of Life.
Pictured are Phil Boucher, Exalted Ruler; Dolores Siok from Cafe of Life; and George Bowden, Leading Knight.
Eva's Closet Back-to-School Program Sees Support from Fort Myers Elks Lodge
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On July 22, Fort Myers Elks Lodge #1288 donated $1,000 to Eva’s Closet and Foundation to support their back-to-school program. The mission of this nonprofit organization is to provide assistance to people in need, regardless of situation or circumstance, without judgment. The funds will be used to purchase school uniforms and supplies, offering comfort and dignity as they begin the new school year.
Pictured are trustee Irma Spencer presenting the check to Jessica Goodall, MSW, Eva's Closet founder.
