Camillus Lodge Donation

 Camillus Elks Lodge #31 made a $2000 donation to Vera House as part of their Spotlight Grant. Vera House is a non-for-profit organization that prevents, responds to, and partners to end domestic and sexual violence and other forms of abuse. Pictured is Development Assistant Fran Bishop who accepts the donation of clothes, undergarments, coats, towels, sheets, blankets, comforters, and bedding sets. Vera House was so appreciative of this donation at a time that is really needed. Camillus Elks, Giving Back to the Community!!!!

Auburn Lodge Major Projects

 The Auburn Elks Lodge held a chicken and biscuit dinner. All proceeds $146 will be donated to Major Projects.

Pictured ER Mario Campanello Jr., Leading Knight Janel Smith, Mindy Johnson PDDGER & our little helper Mia .

Camillus Lodge 31 Celebration

 A great time was had by all as we celebrated the new Camillus #31!!! Pictured is PSVP Jim Roe, PDD Rocco Arcaro, SVP Jay Mason, DD Earl Caporin, PSVP Mike Giehl, PDD Don Fittipaldi, PSP Bill Reedy Jr., PDD Tom Kanaley, and PDD Sheila O’Connor as they do the 11th hour toast.

Central District Soccer Shoot

 Elks Central District 2022 Soccer Shoot

Elks Central District soccer shoot was held on September 18th in Oswego at the Richard J. Benjamin Soccer Complex. Following the shoot out, soccer players and family gathered at the Oswego Lodge #271 for pizza and awards. Chris Judkins soccer chairperson was representing Liverpool lodge 2348. District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler ( Earl Caporin ) presented awards with PER and soccer chair person ( Vickie Rowe )  Congratulations!

under 7  (1st) Liam Gibson ,Ava Scharf Justin

               (2)   Owen Smith , Mia Smith

under 10 (1) Declan Zalewski , 

                 (2) Hudson Hoegler

                  (3) Lucas Smith

under 12    (1) Turner Brooks  , Brianna Musuicca

                    (2) Ryan Occhino

under 14     (1) Charlie Burn  ,Madelyn Porter

Certificate Of Apprication

 Exalted Ruler Joe Andrews presents PER Tom Kinsella with a Certificate of Appreciation for everything Tom does around the lodge. Tom is a vital part of the lodge and we are so lucky to have him!!!

Patriotic Remembrance Ceremony

 West Central District held its annual Patriotic Remembrance Ceremony On September 11th.

Central District’s PDDGER & Current State Trustee Fritz Allen along with PDDGER Tom Kanaley had the honor of preforming the military folding of our American Flag .

Oswego Lodge Soccer Shoot

 Oswego Elks #271 annual soccer shoot out was held at the Richardson J. Benjamin Memorial Soccer Complex this morning on a very warm September 10th . A lot of volunteers showed up and the OHS Varsity Soccer team helped where ever they were needed.

Syracuse Lodge Beacon Grant

 Syracuse Lodge #31 presented its Beacon Grant to the Veterans Administration Hospital in Syracuse, NY. The Lodge used a "wish list" of snacks and other comfort item, provided by the VA Staff to support this

grant. 

Pictured above from left to right are PSVP Bob Inman, PDD Tom Kanaley, Chaplain Dave Merriam, VA Staff member Aylssa, Suzanne Hawes, VA Recreation Therapy Director (also an Elk member), PSVP Mike Giehl, VA Staff member Erin, and VA Staff member Becky

Camp Bristol Tour

 Jack Stein, PDD was invited to attend a personal tour of the NYS Elks Camp Bristol by PSP Bill Reedy. Jack is currently the East District's Camp Bristol Committee Chairman and was most anxious to see the camp firsthand. This beautiful property holds a wealth of activities, lodging and scenery for children, adults and Elk Members to enjoy. Pictured here are Jack and PSP Bill Reedy as they enjoyed their surroundings.

Oswego Lodge Stuff A Bus

 Oswego Elks hosted United Way of Greater Oswego County School District Stuff a Bus.

On August 25th The Honor Society of Oswego High School volunteered along with Elk members to help sort and assist families in receiving school supplies .

Syracuse Lodge Beacon Grant

 Syracuse Lodge #31 presented $2,000 in Beacon Grant funds to Samaritan

Center in the form of much needed equipment to better manage their food

service operation. Pictured from left to right are: PDD Sheila O'Connor,

Samaritan Center Executive Director Mary Beth Frey, volunteer Brenda Mims,

PSVP Mike Giehl, volunteer Michael Martini, PDD Tom Kanaley, and PER Pam Allen.

Syracuse Spotlight Grant

 Syracuse Elks Lodge #31 utilized their Spotlight Grant to present a check for

$2,000 to St. Lucy's Food Pantry. This food pantry serves the 5th poorest

census area in the entre United States. They intend to use the funds to

support their fresh fruits and fresh vegetables programs. Pictured from left

to right are Director Murray Gould, Assistant to the Director Jackie Tucker,

PDDGER Tom Kanaley, and Lodge Chaplain Dave

Auburn Lodge Veterans Breakfast

 The Auburn Elks Lodge hosted a breakfast for the DAV ( Disabled American Veterans)of Cayuga County.

We thank the members that came out to Volunteer.

Auburn Lodge Homecoming

 The Auburn Lodge held a Homecoming Celebration Pig Roast for our PSVP Frank Saya along with PER Michael Damazyn & PER John Chick. Members throughout the District were in attendance. 

We thank good Member Ed Kustyn for a delicious meal & thank all of our volunteers who made the day a success.

Auburn Lodge Food Donation

 The Auburn Elks Lodge 474 made a food donation to the Chapel House 

The Chapel House is a homeless shelter located in Auburn who serves homeless men from all of Cayuga County as well as homeless veterans. 

Pictured Phyllis Allen PER Kitchen Committee Chairman & Shannon from the Chapel House .

Auburn Lodge Honor Veterans

 During our Homecoming Celebration Pig Roast the Auburn Lodge & Guests were able to show our thanks and appreciation to the Veterans during their Veterans Memorial Ride !

Central District 6300 Elks Ride For ENF

 Rome & Utica Lodges from the Central District 6300 participated in the ELKS Riders Of Central New York Ride For ENF.

A total of $2796 was raised

Camillus Lodge Donation

 The Camillus Elks Lodge made a donation of $1000 to the "We Rise Above the Streets"organization as part of their Gratitude Grant. Their mission is to deliver high energy messages that encourage people to live up to their full potential by breaking the cycle of poverty and homelessness. They provide help for the homeless, the underrepresented and any one in need of food, clothing, or basic hygiene items. Their motto is "IF WE EAT, THEY EAT". Pictured is Al-amin Muhammad, founder as he accepts the donation from the lodge. Camillus Elks Lodge, always there for the community.

Fulton Lodge donation

 On June 4th, the Fulton Elks Lodge, in conjunction with Hades Hounds Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club, held a Motorcycle Ride to End Hunger where over $1,500.00 was raised to help food pantries in Oswego County. Ten different food pantries each received donations of $150.00. In the first picture below are Frank Neil, Joe Guarrera and Collin Miller from Hades Hounds LEMC, Mary Simmons and Leading Knight Chrissy Hawksby from the Fulton Elks and  Steven Nehlsen from Fulton Alliance Church.  In the second picture are Tim Archer from Oswego County Catholic Charities,

Mary Simmons and Leading Knight 

Chrissy Hawksby from the Fulton Elks and Collin Miller, Joe Guarrera and Frank Neil of Hades Hounds. Our 4th annual Cruise to End Hunger for cars will be held on Sunday, September 18th.

Congratulations DD Earl Caporin

 Congratulations Earl Caporin from Liverpool Lodge

Earl was sworn in today as our new District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler 2022-23 of the Central District 6300