On Oct. 29 using funds from the Elks National Foundation Focus Grant, Viera Elks Lodge #2817 donated $255.07 to a veteran who was moving into permanent housing to purchase a bed, mattress and bedding. They donated $1,465.51 to a veteran with seven children to cover food costs and moving expenses to permanent housing. Finally, they donated $4,789.61 to a woman veteran for auto repairs so she can drive to work. The lodges partners with the Brevard County Veterans Coalition, which screens the veterans and advises the lodge of those who are in the most critical need of assistance.