Benevolent & Protective Order of Elks of the USA Charity Fund Inc
Accepts applications
Benevolent & Protective Order of Elks of the USA Charity Fund Inc is a private foundation in Santa Monica, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $75,861 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $11,721. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$75,861
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$11,721
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was up from $45,906 the year before.
37% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $27,437 | 8 | $1.4 million |
| 2023 | $45,906 | 13 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $75,861 | 19 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Santa Monica Lodge 906 Bpoe of the 1040 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (310) 452-3557 |
| What to submit | Letter of request |
| Restrictions | Awards limited to local charities for operating funds and to local needy persons |
What Benevolent & Protective Order of Elks of the USA Charity Fund Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 19 | $75,861 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Scholarships | Operational assistance | $11,721 |
| Samohi Programs | Operational assistance | $8,200 |
| Elks Patriotism Activities | Operational assistance | $7,024 |
| Elks Needy Family Christmas Program | Operational assistance | $5,386 |
| Nourish la | Operational assistance | $5,000 |
| Great Park Coalition | Operational assistance | $5,000 |
| Heal the Bay | Operational assistance | $5,000 |
| Gowing Hope Gardens | Operational assistance | $4,800 |
| Elks Family Assistance | Operational assistance | $4,676 |
| Local Homeless Project | Operational assistance | $3,000 |
| Santa Monica Bay Service Unit | Operational assistance | $2,650 |
| Elks Youth Activities | Operational assistance | $2,504 |
| Samohi Grad Nite | Operational assistance | $2,000 |
| St Josephs Center | Operational assistance | $2,000 |
| Cub Scouts Troop 67 | Operational assistance | $2,000 |
| Drug Awareness Essay Contest | Operational assistance | $1,800 |
| Girl Scouts Troop 1445 | Operational assistance | $1,100 |
| Santa Monica Arts Foundation | Operational assistance | $1,000 |
| Santa Monica Little League | Operational assistance | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gloria Steck
- Elizabeth Beers
- Audrey McDonnell
- Raymond Beers
- Rosaa Randell
- Nicole Blute
- Gloria Halfacre
- Ilene Knebel
- Amber Spence
- Diedre Welborn
- Irma Santiago
Questions people ask
Does Benevolent & Protective Order of Elks of the USA Charity Fund Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Benevolent & Protective Order of Elks of the USA Charity Fund Inc give?
$75,861 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Benevolent & Protective Order of Elks of the USA Charity Fund Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Gloria Steck (President), Elizabeth Beers (Director), Audrey McDonnell (Director) and Raymond Beers (Treasurer) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does Benevolent & Protective Order of Elks of the USA Charity Fund Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and youth programs.