Due to the current Covid-19 pandemic, the Convention Committee, with direction of the Past State Presidents Advisory Board, has canceled the Oct. 15-18, 2020 Michigan Elks Association Fall Convention. The safety of our membership is of key concern at any convention. Our wishes are that everyone stays safe and healthy…
During these unprecedented times and after careful consideration the Gold Key Commissioners along with the district golf outing committees have decided to postpone this year’s District Gold Key Golf Outings. The Committees and Commissioners decided that it would not be right to go out and ask small businesses and members…
I share your disappointment at the cancellation of the MEA Spring Convention, and now, the cancellation of the Grand Lodge Convention in Baltimore. Like you, I was looking forward to another great visit with our Michigan friends, sharing good news, recognizing achievements, gaining knowledge, and enjoying our time together. Unfortunately,…
With the closing of our Lodges, during the Coronavirus crisis, all Lodge Officers and Members are encouraged to proceed with their Regular Lodge Meetings and other meetings by means video conferencing. A relatively new and easy way of conducting business that will help bring our Lodges into the 21st Century….
We have given a lot of thought about whether it is in the best interest of all to hold a Field of Honor this year. A lot of behind the scenes work goes into this event and we would hate to spend that time then not be able to hold…
NOTICE – USE of MARIJUANA on LODGE PREMISES Despite the recent vote in Michigan to legalize the use of recreational Marijuana, Marijuana remains classified as a Schedule 1 substance and its use is illegal under Federal Law. Smoking of Marijuana within any Elks Lodge violates the Michigan Smoke-Free Air Law,…
Dear Exalted Rulers, Secretaries and Lodge Leaders, Are you looking for new ideas and ways to increase and improve Lodge activities, member involvement, fundraising, community activities or other areas of your Lodge? The best source of this information is from your fellow Michigan Elks and at your District and State gatherings? One of the benefits of attending the Michigan State Convention is the sharing…
The charitable records we keep are the backbone of our order and help us retain our 501-C status. In the fiscal year 2017-18, our entire Order reported a total of $675,985,245 in hours, mileage and contributions. Of that amount, Michigan only reported a total of $3,749,314, down $2.1 million from the year…
