On July 24, Lakewood Ranch-Sarasota Elks Lodge #2855 participated in the Manatee Chamber of Commerce Coffee Club and Nonprofit Showcase. There were 32 nonprofits that had booths at the event, held at Veterans Expo Hall in Palmetto. Approximately 200 visitors and local business representatives attended to learn what current nonprofits are offering. The lodge booth showcased the lodge and provided information about being an Elk and what that means. They spoke to many people about membership, handed out several applications, and answered numerous questions about the mission and what Elks do for the community. To attract attention, they held a drawing for a lottery board and drew the winner at the end of the event. As attendees filled out their tickets, the members had time to talk about the lodge and answer questions.
Pictured are Mark Liddell, Leading Knight; Lauri Liddell, Public Relations Chair; and Alex Burke, Loyal Knight.