[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 59 (Thursday, April 12, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E442-E443]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 IN RECOGNITION OF THE 125TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE FOUNDING OF THE GREEN 
                             BAY ELKS LODGE

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                          HON. MIKE GALLAGHER

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 12, 2018

  Mr. GALLAGHER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 125th 
anniversary of the founding of the Green Bay Elks Lodge of the 
Benevolent and Protective Order of Elk. Since March 15, 1893, members 
of the Elk Lodge have worked tirelessly to spread their core values of 
charity, justice, patriotism, and brotherly love in their communities 
through philanthropic and social engagement.
  As the largest non-governmental scholarship provider in the United 
States, members of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elk provide 
the leaders of tomorrow with the resources they need to succeed. The 
Green Bay Elk Lodge awards the Most Valuable Student scholarship, 
Legacy scholarship, and State scholarship to deserving Wisconsin 
students every year to help them achieve their academic pursuits. The 
Green Bay Elk Lodge also champions many educational initiatives for 
Wisconsin youth including drug awareness campaigns and anti-bullying 
campaigns.
  For 125 years, the Green Bay Elks Lodge has honored and supported the 
brave men and women serving our country. Today, the Green Bay Elk Lodge 
continues this legacy of helping veterans with events such as Soup for 
Vets, Heroes Closet, and Welcome Home Kits to provide Veterans with the 
services and support they need upon their return home. These events 
demonstrate the organization's commitment to spreading patriotism and 
respect to those who have sacrificed so much for our country.
  Mr. Speaker, I urge all members of this body to join me in applauding 
the Green Bay Elks Lodge of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elk 
and the organization's commitment to serving and empowering veterans 
and youth in the community of Green Bay.

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