Benevolent & Protective Order of Elks of the USA
Grantmaking foundation in Merced, California · EIN 94-0317170
- California
- Merced
- Community Improvement and Capacity Building
- Community Improvement and Capacity Building in California
- Total giving
- $170KTax year 2026
- Total assets
- $1.9MLatest reported
- Latest IRS filing
- 2026Form 990 / 990-PF
Mission
THE MISSION OF THE ELKS IS TO HELP BUILD STRONGER COMMUNITIES. WE FULFILL THIS PLEDGE BY INVESTING IN COMMUNITIES. WE PROVIDE TOMORROW'S LEADERS, OUR YOUTH, WITH LIFELONG SKILLS. FUND PROJECTS THAT IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN LOCAL ELKS COMMUNITIES.
Giving by year
Totals by tax year, rounded to two significant figures. Years without a reported total show the sum of grants itemized on the filing.
Top recipients
| Recipient | Amount | Tax year |
|---|---|---|
| Chempi | $15K | 2022 |
| Mariposa Community Foundation | $6.1K | 2022 |
| Boys and Girls Club | $6K | 2022 |
Amounts are rounded. The full grantee list is available with a free account.
Website: www.elks.org
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Source: IRS Form 990 and 990-PF filings, tax year 2026. Also see this organization on ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer.