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NORTH CAROLINA STATE ELKS ASSOCIATION LODGE DEVELOPMENT FUND

LODGE GRANT INFORMATION
07/16/2026

 

PROGRAM OUTLINE

 

This program provides a way for any NCSEA Lodge to apply for a grant of $10,000.00 or less to be used for enhancement of the Lodge exterior building or grounds. Interior projects will be considered on a case-by-case determination of the NCSEALDF Board of Directors. The funds may be used for upgrades/repairs for signs, landscaping, sidewalks, parking lots, lighting, painting, flooring, roofs, ADA upgrades etc. The funds may not be used for payroll, taxes, bills or consumable supplies.

 

The first year 32 grants will be available, one per Lodge. After the first year the number of grants available will be determined by the NCSEALDF Board of Directors.

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HOW TO APPLY

  1. ​Lodge Exalted Rulers will fill out a Grant Application form.

  2. Before submitting the application to the NCSEALDF Grant Committee, the Lodge Board of Directors or Trustees of the Lodge must approve the grant and the purpose of said grant.

  3. The Lodge members must then also approve the request for the grant.

  4. The Lodge will specify what the expected outcome of the project will be and how it will enhance the Lodge.

  5. Photos of the area project must be submitted with the application. (Digital photos only)

  6. The application may be submitted in person, by mail or electronic mail.

  7. After the application is submitted, the NCSEALDF Grant Committee will review the application and determine if the grant request falls under the guidelines of the program.

  8. A program completion time and project coordinator must be noted on the application.

  9. Projects should be completed within six months of program approval.

  10. If necessary, use additional paperwork to fully describe your project.

  11. An extension may be applied for if additional time is needed.

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WHERE TO SEND COMPLETED APPLICATIONS

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Send completed application forms along with "before" photos of the project to:

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John Lawrence
454 Rycola Circle
Surfside Beach SC 29575

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Forms and photos may also be sent electronically by email to:

jpadlawrence@yahoo.com

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For questions contact John Lawrence by phone or text message at:

703-973-0069

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GRANT APPROVAL PROCESS

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If the grant request is approved, funds will be dispersed to the Lodge for the intended purpose after any required local permits have been secured. If a project requires any local permits, the Lodge will be responsible for obtaining them prior to receiving grant funds.

It is the responsibility of the Lodge to provide:

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  1. Receipts.

  2. Before and after photos.

  3. Any other documentation requested by the NCSEALDF as proof of project completion.

  4. Any unused funds must be returned to the NCSEALDF.

  5. All work must be performed in accordance with local and national building codes.

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LODGES WITHOUT BUILDINGS

If the Lodge does not have its own building and grounds, alternative uses of the grant will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Submit your ideas for grant use to the NCSEALDF Grant Committee member John Lawrence.

NCSEA Lodge Development Fund, Inc.

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PDF Fillable Application

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