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To: All Lodges RE: Thad Eure Award Nominations Fellow Elks, The Thad Eure Distinguished Service Award is the highest award an individual can receive from the North Carolina State Elks Association. This award is judged by the NCSEA Board of Directors at their meeting held during the Leadership training weekend in February with the award presented by the Director at the Spring Conference in May. The deadline for submitting Lodge approved applications is February 15. The applic

North Carolina State Elks Association Leadership Training February 28, 2026 10:00 am - 4:00 pm High Point Elks Lodge #1155 700 Old Mill Rd., High Point, NC 27265 Lodge Phone Number: (336) 869-7313 Lunch: $10.00 (Lunch is paid for at the door, but please put the count in on this RSVP below.) Dress: Casual

Members and Guests, It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of North Carolina Elks Past State President Teddy Acton Sr., who passed away on Sunday, December 21. Brother Acton served as North Carolina State President during the 2014–2015 year and was a dedicated and active member of the Calabash Elks Lodge. His leadership, commitment, and service to the Order of Elks will be remembered and greatly missed. A Celebration of Life Service will be held in his honor at the

Sanford Elks Lodge #1679 is proud to announce that local student Maci Carter has been awarded First Place in the Nation for her outstanding entry in the Elks National Drug Awareness Poster Contest. This remarkable achievement highlights both Maci’s talent and her commitment to helping spread the important message of living a drug-free life. Her creative and meaningful artwork stood out among entries from across the United States, earning her the top national honor in this yea

The Raleigh Elks Lodge #735 invites all veterans and their guests to a Veterans Appreciation Luncheon on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at the Lodge located at 5538 Lead Mine Road, Raleigh, NC 27612. Doors will open at 11:30 AM, with lunch served at 12:15 PM following the Pledge of Allegiance and Grace. This annual event is hosted to recognize and thank the brave men and women who have served in our nation’s armed forces. The luncheon is free to all veterans and one guest, as a g

The Hickory Elks Lodge #1654 proudly invites all Elks and their guests to attend the dedication ceremony for the City of Hickory Veterans Memorial on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 5:00 PM. Located on the front lawn of the Lodge at 356 Main Avenue NW, Hickory, NC, this memorial stands as a lasting tribute to the brave men and women who have served our nation with honor and sacrifice. Join us as we come together in gratitude and remembrance for those who have placed their live

Elks Drug Awareness Trailer on Display at Sanford Community Events Over the weekend of  October 24th and 25th , the Sanford Elks Lodge #1679 proudly participated in two local community events, showcasing our  Elks Drug Awareness Program (DAP) Trailer  and spreading our important message of prevention and education. On  Friday evening , we joined the  Sheriff’s Truck or Treat  event, which drew an estimated  2,500 attendees . Lodge members greeted families, handed out candy,

After 18 years of serving as a Special Deputy GER, we have unfortunately seen five lodges go out of business here in North Carolina — Lexington, Brevard, Durham, Burlington, and Gastonia. Each of these lodges had funds or property that, when sold, were placed into a special Elks Defunct Lodge Fund under the discretion of our state sponsor, Arthur Frost, PGER. Use of the Funds Over the years, portions of these funds have been distributed to support various statewide Elks initi

Greensboro Elks “Be the Difference” with Down Syndrome Network The Greensboro Elks Lodge was contacted by the Greater Greensboro Down Syndrome Network (GGDSN) to help support their annual fundraiser in October. After meeting with a GGDSN representative, we were proud to offer an in-kind sponsorship for their event. Greensboro Lodge #602 assisted with the annual fundraiser walk by providing our DJs, Kevin Black and Keith Roberson , who brought great music and entertainment

The Calabash Elks Veterans Affairs Committee recently donated $4,000 through the Elks National Foundation’s Beacon Grant program to support two vital programs assisting homeless veterans in our region. A portion of the funds was directed to the Veterans Welcome Home and Resource Center (VWHRC) and its Tiny Home Village in Myrtle Beach — a community of 25 small homes that provides safe, stable housing and a fresh start for local veterans in need. The remaining funds were pre

The Calabash Elks Lodge Veterans Affairs Committee recently participated in the  ECU Smiles for Veterans Day  on Friday, August 22nd, that was held in conjunction with the ECU Health Foundation and the East Carolina University (ECU) Dental Clinic in Bolivia, NC. On this special day, there was no charge for pre-qualified low-income veteran’s dental treatments. Thirty veterans received over $10,000 worth of dental procedures on this day thanks to the generous donations of not o

Michael Bryant Appointed Special Deputy GER, North Carolina, Following the Grand Lodge Convention in Kansas City, July 2025 Michael has a proven track record of dedication and hard work in achieving his goals. Growing up in a single-parent home within a working-class community, he learned focus and commitment at a young age from his mother and grandmother. He earned the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts and set a state record for his age group in AAU Track. He also playe

John L Boyd Announces His Retirement as NC Special Deputy to the Grand Exalted Ruler John Boyd, who has been Special Deputy to the PGER Arthur H. “Jack” Frost, for the past 18 years, announced at the Advisory Board Meeting on May 5, 2025, that he would retire from that position as of July 2025. John has had a long history in leading the  North Carolina State Elks Association (NCSEA)  throughout his career, including the  Executive Board of NCSEA Boys Camp . He was  Exalted Ru

The Calabash Elks Lodge recently donated $1,500 and 200 pounds of food to Brunswick Family Assistance (BFA). This contribution reflects the Lodge’s ongoing commitment to supporting local organizations that make a meaningful impact in the community. Brunswick Family Assistance is dedicated to improving the lives of families and individuals in crisis throughout Brunswick County. Their mission focuses on providing critical resources and support to those striving for self-suffici

Pictured left to right: Jerry Peters - West Central, Chris Setzer - East Central, Robert "Shorty" Dennany - East, Robert "Bobby" Arrington - West DD Clinics – NCSEA 2025–2026 Below are the scheduled District Deputy (DD) Clinics for the 2025–2026 Lodge year. While clinics are typically held in August , January , and April , some dates may shift slightly due to scheduling conflicts. East District DDGER Robert "Shorty" Dennany September 7, 2025 – Wilmington #532 January 25

Mark Couch North Carolina State Elks Association State President 2025-2025 My Fellow Elks, I am humbled beyond belief to stand before you today as your 2025-2026 North Carolina State Elks Association President. This journey has been one of growth, service, and camaraderie, and I am deeply honored to serve in this role. My years as an Elk have been a learning experience—one filled with invaluable lessons, cherished friendships, and a deep appreciation for the mission and value

Sanford Elks "Teen Support" Program: Helping Teens in Need At the Sanford Elks, we’ve long believed that “teens are kids too.” While many organizations focus on supporting younger children, we recognize that high school students face unique challenges. That’s why we proudly offer our  Teen Support  program, dedicated to providing shoes, cleats, school supplies, Christmas presents, and other essentials for teenagers in need. This program directly benefits high school student

Elks Lodge #1679, Sanford, NC -  On December 12th, members of Elks Lodge #1679 in Sanford, North Carolina, gathered to honor an outstanding student leader, Cadet Staff Sergeant Valeria Martinez. A dedicated sophomore from Lee County High School, Ms. Martinez was recognized for her exceptional achievements in the Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) program. During the ceremony, Lodge members presented Ms. Martinez with the prestigious  Elks JROTC Medal  and a  Certi

Elks Lodge #1679, Sanford, NC - Three Elks lodges within the East Central Region of North Carolina joined forces to support the annual lighting of an Elks-donated Christmas tree at the Fayetteville Veterans Affairs (VA) Community Living Center. This collaboration between the lodges resulted in the donation of a live 10-foot tree, as well as refreshments for the event, which was attended by approximately 15 elderly veterans and 20 supporters. The unity of these lodges plays