On July 18, Fort Myers Elks Lodge #1288 contributed $7,500 to Hearts & Homes for Veterans Inc., with $6,500 coming from the Elks National Foundation Beacon and Gratitude Grants and $1,000 coming from the Elks National Veterans Service Commission Freedom Grant. This donation will help support veterans and their families experiencing homelessness. Hearts & Homes for Veterans is committed to helping these veterans overcome poverty and to empower them to assist other veterans in achieving similar success.