Elks Lodge Springfield Mo

TWINING on Cinco De Mayo!

Thank you First Responders!!

We wanted to take a moment to thank all first responders for their dedicated service over the weekend.

From our own crews to plow drivers to public wellness and safety, we sincerely appreciate you!

"I want to introduce one of the newest initiatives of the #409: “Blessing Bundles”.
This started out of a challenge presented by the State President Jason Meisenheimer back in July when he and his team visited and presented the ECHO program (Elks Charities Helping Others). You might actually be surprised how difficult it is to actually speak to a leader within the Department of Social Services, but after several months of assistance from Theresa Suda, Russ Suda, Cricket Vaughan, and myself, we’ve identified 41 youth ages 13-17 who need our help!

The #409 Blessing Bundles Mission is to ensure every displaced young person leaves with a backpack, not a garbage bag during housing transitions. The #409 Blessing Bundle Projects unites our communities to provide backpacks filled with personal care and comfort items, empowering youth with dignity support, and confidence as they navigate their next steps.

Last week (with the help of the Past Exalted Rulers) we started assembling the backpacks. We are far from done and could use your help and support. I’d like to personally thank the #409 committees for their donation consideration, but especially Frank Stevens for his donation to help get this initiative off the ground.
The Amazon Wish List is detailed in the comments if you’d like to personally donate."
Heather Sade, Blessing Bundles Chairperson

"Elks 409 Veterans Committee is so excited! Toys For Tots Bike Drive
We have 33 bikes at our lodge and more are coming!
Don’t wait! Bring it in or hand one of the committee members your cash and we will shop & deliver for you!
(Last day to donate is December 7th.)"
Zella Duff