​On October 4, 2024, members of Massapequa, NY Lodge #2162 delivered essential household items to United Veterans Beacon House. Using the $1,000 Freedom Grant they received they purchased 2 each of dishes, flatware, glasses, coffee makers, toasters,
sheets, towels and other items for use by homeless Veterans in Long Island. Beacon House provides safe housing and specialized supportive services to Veterans and Veteran families and these items will assist in setting up two comfortable and safe living environments for those in need. Pictured from left to right are Anne Williams (Lodge #2162 Veterans Co-Chairman), Francis Amalfitano (VP Property Management for Beacon House) and Fran Ward (Lodge #2162 Veterans Chairman).

The Massapequa Elks Lodge was recipient of a $3,000 gratitude grant, allocated towards purchasing essential non-food items for local community outreaches. Purchased items included diapers, baby wipes, toothpaste, toothbrushes, dental floss, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, bar soap, dish detergent, cleaning wipes, tilex, laundry detergent, paper towels, napkins, and toilet paper. Nancy Mackey Parente, Eileen Jackson, and Margaret Motis facilitated procurement and delivery to Saint Francis de Chantal, Wantagh; Saint Martin, Amityville; Our Lady of Lourdes, Massapequa Park; Our Lady of Assumption, Copiague; and Saint Rose of Lima, Massapequa. This outreach assisted 705 families, comprising 2,890 individuals. The generosity of the Elks was met with profound gratitude from each outreach organization, emphasizing the considerable demand for these essential items.
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​Massapequa Elks Lodge #2162's Drug Awareness Committee provided a valuable donation of educational materials, consisting of coloring books, bookmarks, and literature focusing on bullying, vaping, and drinking and driving awareness, to Yes Community Counsel for distribution at upcoming events. In photo Eileen Doherty and Joe Parkss from [YES Community Counseling Center]

Massapequa Elks donated $800, along with food and gift cards, to the 𝑼𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝑽𝒆𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒔 𝑩𝒆𝒂𝒄𝒐𝒏 𝑯𝒐𝒖𝒔𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝑩𝒂𝒚𝒔𝒉𝒐𝒓𝒆! 

Massapequa Elks held a Holiday Party for children with Cerebral Palsy and Autism.   Children from Little Village School and their families were invited to attend.  There were 125 people in attendance.  Every Child received a gift from Santa.  The party included lunch, cotton candy, games, dancing and a visit with santa  

Lodge Members performed the Flag Day Ceremony on two occasions. The first at our June 10, 2024 membership meeting and the second at Birch Lane Elementary School in Massapequa on Flag Day - June 14th. The Birch Lane ceremony, which was attended by all students, faculty, local politicians and many parents, was made more meaningful as 9 students participated by reading the description for each of the Flags presented. ​

 ​Massapequa Elks Drug Awareness Committee delivered 250 drug awareness coloring books and 500 book marks to each library in Wantagh, Seaford, Plainedge, Massapequa, Amityville and Copiague for their summer reading program. In addition literature on the dangers of vaping , drinking and driving, marajuana use and bullying were also given for their young adult and parent section.

​On Tuesday June 18, Massapequa Lodge #2162 Loyal Knight Joseph Russo - accompanied by member Fran Ward - delivered approximately $400 worth of non-perishable food to the Food Pantry at St. Rose of Lima located in Massapequa. Thanks to all our members for their generosity in assisting our neighbors facing food insecurity. Submitted by Fran Ward.

​On Tuesday July 16th, Veterans Chair Fran Ward along with Committee Member Anne Williams, visited the Long Island Veterans Hospital at Stony Brook University. Our Lodge sponsored a delicious Chinese luncheon for approximately 50 residents, volunteers and staff which was thoroughly enjoyed by all. In addition, 55 Craft Kits, which we requested from our Elks Services National Veterans Commission, were delivered to the Recreational Therapy team.
Also, last month the Veterans Committee collected Manufacturers coupons which were sent to our Active Duty Military for the Troopons program run by the Support Our Troops organization. We collected, cut, sorted and shipped 802 coupons with a value of $3,684.49 for use by our Military at the Commissaries where they shop.
Thanks to all our Members who help make these initiatives possible.