The non-profit organization, the Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks, Tyrone Lodge No. 220, is in the planning stages to host the organization’s annual Charity Golf Tournament, and members are asking for support.
The focus of the Tyrone Elks is on helping children, their health and well-being, as well as mental and physical needs. The major project every year continues to be the Elks Home Service program. The Elks provides in-home medical care and support to children afflicted with Cerebral Palsy on a local, state and national basis. B.P.O.E.’s across the state work hard every year to fund this program.
The Elks also sponsors sporting events among the youth such as the basketball “hoop shoot” in which children between the ages of eight and 13 are welcome to compete. Sportsmanship is promoted not only through hoop shoots but also through Elks sponsored teams in soccer, Little League and Teener League Baseball, and even an annual powder puff football game for junior and senior high school girls. The Elks hosts an annual Youth Recognition Banquet to honor young athletes.
The Elks step up to the challenges facing the youth of today in combating drug use among the young people through the National Drug Awareness campaign.
“The youth of today are our leaders tomorrow.” The Elks remains committed to that ideal by the support of academic achievement with a “Spotlight on Youth” award each month where the Elks recognize students at the high school level that exemplifies their commitment to academia. Elks scholarships are awarded annually to deserving students interested in continuing their education after high school.
The Elks also supports various senior citizens groups by their commitment to the nation’s veterans both locally and nationally, and to the local Senior Golden Games event. The B.P.O.E. is a 100-percent non-profit organization.
The golf tournament is one of two fundraisers the organization holds each year in order to support charitable programs. The tournament has grown each year through the support and generosity of area businesses and organizations. The Elks is currently seeking sponsors through monetary donations and/or prize donations. Anyone interested in learning more about donation opportunities may call the Tyrone Elks at 684-1470 for further information.
