NEWS
News from the Maine Elks AssociationVeterans Committee Connects with State Veterans Organizations
PER & ENVSC Deputy Representative Lina Michaud recently had the opportunity to attend the Maine Military & Community Network’s 13th Annual State Conference at the Augusta Civic Center on June 18th.
Lina reports this was an awesome opportunity to connect and network with other veterans’ organizations from across the state of Maine. Lina was honored to represent the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks and share our phenomenal works on behalf of our veterans.
Lina highly recommends this event to Lodge ER’s and their Veterans Chairpersons. Anyone that may wish to attend next year, please contact Lina or Chairman Shu and we’ll gladly connect you with Lorana Laliberte at AdCare for more information, she was a great help getting the Maine Elks Association set-up to participate this year.
“So long as there are veterans the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will never forget them.” Fraternally yours, Shu
Summer BBQ & Concert at Togus VA Hospital for of Veterans
The ENVSC & Maine Elks Association teamed up with the Center for Development and Civic Engagement at the Togus USVA Hospital and the 195th Maine Army National Guard Band to bring a Summer BBQ and concert to our Veterans honoring the upcoming July 4th Holiday.
Over 100 people joined in the festivities and celebrated this special event. The Band was amazing and played for over an hour and a half, with a mix of music for all to enjoy. Their initial instrumental tune of “Taps” brought tears to the eyes of many and was very well received.
We are grateful for everyone that worked hard and contributed to this event, today. The staff, volunteers, band and Sam’s Club were amazing to work with. Thank you to the Elks from Augusta, Skowhegan and Waterville Lodges that teamed up with Shu and I to host this event on behalf of the ENVSC & Maine Elks Association.
It was truly heartwarming to share in this beautiful tribute to our country’s independence and America’s heroes that have afforded all of us the freedoms that we enjoy, today! We are already looking forward to planning next year’s celebration!
MEA Lodges putting ENF Money to Work
The Bangor Lodge received a $2,000 Spotlight grant to support the Bangor Union St Brick church. Shown here presenting the check are Bangor Leading Knight Darryl M, Dollar Tree manager Mark, Jeff & Al from Brick Church, and Bangor ER Randy Bates.
It’s Owie Box Time Again!
The links are for the FLIER and pledge sheet for the 23rd Annual Owie Box Run!!! Download them to post in your lodges, and feel free to share this information with members or friends of your lodge that would be interested in joining us. We have also created an event on the Maine Elks Association Facebook page that can be shared on your lodge page.
Owie Box Run Pledge Sheet 2025Portland Elk receives “Humanitarian of the Year” Award from American Legion
| Portland Elk Lodge #188 member Willie Goodman of Windham recently received the “Humanitarian of the Year” award for his support of homeless veterans. He received the award from American Legion Commander Tricia Thurston on June 7, 2025 in Brewer. He is currently serving on the Portland Elk Lodge’s veterans committee.
Willie served in the U.S. Navy from 1963 to 1993 and retired as an E-9, Command Master Chief. He served on eight different ships during his Navy career including on three aircraft carriers and was stationed in Norfolk, Virginia; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Stockton and Oakland, California; Brunswick, Maine and spent two tours of duty overseas including three years in Spain and three years in the Philippines. |