Elks National Veterans Service
Chicago, Illinois · EIN 131548228 · Private foundation
Based in Chicago, Illinois, Elks National Veterans Service has awarded $10.7M across 635 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2025. Its largest grant on record went to Elks Lodges. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What Elks National Veterans Service funds
Elks National Veterans Service's giving carries a documented focus on housing & homelessness.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elks Lodges Freedom Grant | Chicago, IL | $596K | 2019 |
| Elks Lodges Freedom Grant | Chicago, IL | $385K | 2018 |
| Elks Lodges Focus Grant | Chicago, IL | $279K | 2019 |
How to apply for funding from Elks National Veterans Service
Elks National Veterans Service's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at elks.org/vets.
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Frequently asked questions about Elks National Veterans Service
- Does Elks National Veterans Service accept grant applications?
- Elks National Veterans Service's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does Elks National Veterans Service fund?
- Elks National Veterans Service's grants focus on housing & homelessness. Example recipients include Elks Lodges. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Elks National Veterans Service give in grants?
- Elks National Veterans Service reported $3.3M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2021). Across all years in our data it has awarded $10.7M over 635 grants.
- Where is Elks National Veterans Service located?
- Elks National Veterans Service is based in Chicago, Illinois. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 131548228.
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