Lodge #1341
The
Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks
of the United States of America
The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks
Community Based with a National Reach
Charity
The Elks organization is built on charitable giving to our children, veterans and major projects.
Justice
Members are held to a code of conduct…to regard all people with respect.
Brotherly Love
As Elks, we are devoted to the members within our organization.
FIDELITY
Fidelity implies strict adherence to our Obligation and faithfulness in the discharge of our duty as members of society.
Our Community
The Elks organization prides itself as a community-based organization.
The Catskill Elks Lodge #1341 is one of over 2200 Lodges and 1.3 million members across the United States of America. Elks Lodges bring so much more to their communities than just a building. They are places where neighbors come together, families share meals, and children grow up. Our Lodge plays its own part in the grand focus of the Elks National Organization. We have been part of this community for over 100 years doing our part of Caring and Sharing. The Elks is a community-based organization offering local scholarships, help to the needy, low-cost rental of our facilities while at the same time, promoting Americanism, support for our Veterans and programs to build a healthy younger generation. Please explore more of our site to see how we can better serve you.
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Our History
An Englishman, by the name of Charles Algernon Sidney Vivian born October 22, 1842, the son of a clergyman and a successful comic singer and dancer in the music halls of London, was the founder of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. Many of the Elks philosophies and traditions can be traced as far back as the year 1910. Before coming to the United States, Charles was a member of a fraternal organization in England called the Royal and Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes. The Buffaloes started around 1910, and there is considerable evidence that Charles introduced many of their beliefs to the Elks, including the 11 o'clock toast.
National Programs
As part of our commitment to our local communities we have many nationwide programs. Please explore some the national programs offer by the Elks.
National Memorial
The Elks National Memorial was built in 1926 to honor Americans veterans' service.
Community Investments
The CIP Program invests in Elks communities through Lodge grants that help Elks meet local needs
Hoop Shoot
The Elks Hoop Shoot highlights the Elks' commitment to America's youth through their annual free throw basketball contest.
Veteran Services
“So long as there are veterans,
the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will never forget them.”
State Project
Each state within the Elks organization supports its own charitable cause. NY promotes Cerebral Palsy (CP)
Elks National Foundation
Every member supports the Elks National Foundation, which in turn funds most charitable programs within the organization.