The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks established a new chapter in North Austin this month, holding a ceremony to secure the first new lodge in Central Texas in over a decade.
The overview
The North Austin Elks Lodge No. 2894, based out of Round Rock, is now developing new programs focused on support for veterans, youth activities and partnerships with local nonprofit organizations, according to a press release.
The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks is a fraternal organization with hundreds of thousands of members across the country, with a network of nearly 2,000 lodges. Chapters, which also act as social clubs, raise funds to provide scholarships, host youth sports events, connect veterans with services, provide disaster relief and more.
The new lodge will hold meetings at 6:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of every month at Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar, located at 2600 N. I-35, Round Rock. Residents interested in becoming involved with the organization are encouraged to attend upcoming meetings and outreach events.