Elks invest in their communities through programs that help children grow up healthy and drug-free, by undertaking projects that address unmet need, and by honoring the service and sacrifice of our veterans.
New Albany Elks over 125 Years
The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks has a long and proud tradition in New Albany. Our lodge was chartered in 1893 and moved to our present location in 1902. The order itself was formed in 1868.
Our lodge is one of thousands across the United States. We gather to serve our community, support our state and national organizations and make a positive difference, both in our lives and the lives of others. The BPOE is lead by the four cardinal virtues of CHARITY, JUSTICE, BROTHERLY LOVE and FIDELITY. To be an Elk, one must be an American citizen, be at least 21 years old and believe in God.
New Albany Elks Lodge 270 is located in the heart of Downtown New Albany, Indiana at 426 Pearl Street.
Elks Lodges bring so much more to their communities than just a building, golf course or pool. They are places where neighbors come together, families share meals, and children grow up.
What We Do
Fundraising
Elks Lodge 270 is proud of its members. In the past, we’ve raised over $80,000 for local charities.
Helping Those in Need
Elks Lodge 270 helps those in need. We’ve extended our assistance in monetary gifts, time given by our members as well as fundraising efforts to many local charities who help those who are less fortunate.
Community
We are deeply involved in our community and making it a better place for all who live here. We support local veterans, Develop New Albany, our Police Department, Parks and Recreation department, ROTC, Little League and others each year.
Have Fun
Our members enjoy the good company of other members – no matter if we are at work or play within the lodge.
Golf, holiday parties, Friday night dinners, bingo are just a few of the items on the “fun-to-do list.” See the full Calendar of Events for more details.
Causes we support
Supporting Our Community
THE GIVING SPIRIT: New Albany Elks spends $23K on helping area children
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Elks Support Animal Shelter
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Donation to New Albany Dare Program
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We are open to the public for lunch weekdays from 11 am to 2 pm.
Friday Night Dinners are open to the public – Each Friday, a delicious entree is featured. Join us from 6 pm to 9 pm each week. Every Friday we have a Featured Entree. Contact us to learn more.
Join our community to make a difference.
Serving our community by supporting others.
Elks Lodge 270 is proud of its members. Last year we raised over $80,000 for local charities though various fundraising events.
Read more about each project we’ve worked on by clicking on the link under their logo.
Supporting Our Community
- All
- Arts Council of So. Indiana
- Choices for Women
- Clothe A Child
- Develop New Albany
- Hope So. Indiana
- New Albany Animal Shelter
- New Albany Jr. ROTC
- New Albany Police Department
- St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities
- St. Pauls Shepherds Kitchen
- VA Hospital
- Volunteers of America
- Wounded Warrior Project
Make One Meal Matter Raise $1500 for St Paul Church Shepherd’s Kitchen
Thanks to all who came out the first week of April during our Make One Meal Matter to enjoy a meal at the Elks Lodge. We raised $1500 for St Paul’s Church Shepherd’s Kitchen in April.
THE GIVING SPIRIT: New Albany Elks spends $23K on helping area children
New Albany Tribune: By TARA SCHMELZ ne******@ne************.com Dec 13, 2015 NEW ALBANY — Annette Wiseman lined up with eight of her nine kids to get a hot breakfast Saturday at the New Albany Elks Lodge following two hours of shopping at Walmart. The 26th annual New Albany Elks Clothe-a-Child event […]
Elks Support Animal Shelter
Ed Snelling, ER of Elks Lodge #270, presents a check for $1200 to Dave Hall, Director of the New Albany Animal Shelter.
Donation to New Albany Dare Program
New Albany Elks present a check to the New Albany Police Department. The funds will go to support the department’s Drug Awareness program in the local schools.
Elks Donate to Choices for Women
Ed Snelling, ER of New Albany Elks Lodge #270, presents a check for $800 to Rose Condra, CEO of Choices for Women.
VA Hospital Donation
Check for $2405 presented to VA Hospital. Funds were raised by the Elks lodge selling Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus pins at Thunder Over Louisville and the Chow Wagon.
Elks Donate to St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities
New Albany Elks present a check to St Elizabeth Catholic Charities for $1500. The money was raised from proceeds from the Elks.
New Albany Elks donate to Hope
New Albany Elks donate $12,000 to Hope Southern Indiana to sponsor the Snack Attack program. This program provides healthy snacks to inner city kids.The snacks are distributed throughout the year at 5 different locations. Including the Griffin Center.
Donation to Develop New Albany
The New Albany were the main sponsor of the 2015 NA Holiday Fest and the Jingle Walk. The Elks donated $2000 to Develop New Albany to help promote this fun downtown annual event.
Wounded Warrior Project Donation
Elks Lodge 270 is a proud supporter of the Wounded Warrior Project
ROTC
The New Albany High School NJROTC has been a Navy Distinguished Unit (with Academic Honors) for eight consecutive years. It’s considered one of the top programs in the country. The unit has been selected to represent Indiana in a Memorial Day parade commemorating the 75th anniversary of the attack on […]
Clothe-A-Child
Clothe-a Child is our major project each year. We have been providing for the indigent and children in need at Christmas time for over thirty years. The names of the children are provided to us by the principals and counselors from our local inner-city schools. This is the one project […]
Supporting Clothe A Child
Clothe A Child is a dear organization Elks 270 supports generously. In 2015, Elks Lodge #270 spent $23K on CAC. We clothed 148 kids from inner city schools at Christmas.
Upcoming Meetings and Events
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Lodge is completed and ready for Christmas. Sending out big thanks to Regina Jewell Pollard and Laken Lawless for helping me to put finishing touches on everything.
Stocking are hung and Santa is coming. Excited to see all our Clothe-A-Child Children and their family.
Lodge Lounge is Looking like Christmas and Looking forward to seeing 👀 you.
Events Coming Up - Join Us!
Elks Lodge 270 has many events throughout the year to help our community. We hope you can join us at one soon.
We always welcome our members to volunteer. Learn how to become a member here.
Make One Meal Matter Raise $1500 for St Paul Church Shepherd’s Kitchen
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