We Elks are a nationwide, fraternal organization of over a million American citizens. We love our country and desire to preserve its cherished institutions, traditions and values. 

The active social club activities offer an outstanding opportunity to meet and cultivate lifelong friendships and networks within the community. 

The Elks Lodge affords you the opportunity to join your neighbors and friends and take a prominent role in improving our community life. 

We vow to help each other become better and happier persons. We believe in not merely wishing each other well but in manifesting this belief by deeds seeking to serve rather than to be served. 

We question no one’s religion nor do we exclude anyone because of creed, race, ethnic origin, educational attainment, vocation, marital status, or physical stature. 

Membership Year Runs from April 1st to March 31st

Membership is pro-rated after April 1st for new members.  

There is a $25 application fee (with a $2 convenience fee if you choose to pay online with a credit card) There is also a $25 initiation fee once you have been voted in. These are both one time fees.

Dues are $72 per year (with a $3 convenience fee if you choose to pay online with a credit card) 

Other Benefits Include: 

10% off all bar and food items

Welcome at every lodge in America (over 2200 lodges)

RV parking available at most lodges

Legacy scholarships for Elks members immediate family

Hall rental discount (50% off)

Access to gaming machines in most lodges

Special member events

You can print out the application here and bring it into the lodge. 

Our Membership Chairperson is DebraAnn Smegelsky, and she can be reached by phone at 330-524-3141 or by email at mecchenanddeb@gmail.com