Mission: To inculcate the principles of Charity, Justice, Brotherly Love and Fidelity; to recognize a belief in God; to promote the welfare and enhance the happiness of its Members; to quicken the spirit of American patriotism; to cultivate good fellowship; to perpetuate itself as a fraternal organization, and to provide for its government, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of the United States of America will serve the people and communities through benevolent programs, demonstrating that Elks Care and Elks Share. Improve community relations, provide leadership, and promote youth organization and development. The Elks have have been community leaders since March 15, 1868 and are still an important part of society. We provide college scholarships for tomorrows leaders today and are active participants in important youth development organizations such as the Boy Scouts of America among others.