What does Bpoe mean in Elks Club?
Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks
Since its founding on February 16, 1868, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks (BPOE) has been recognized by the noble creature that is the symbol of the Order. The elk is a peaceful animal, but will rise in defense of its own in the face of a threat.
Where is the Elks headquarters?
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks/Headquarters
Are the Elks still around?
With more than 1.1 million members in more than 2,100 lodges nationwide, the Elks is one of the largest and most active fraternal organizations in the United States; consisting of American Citizens of the United States and its Territories.
Are the Elks religious?
The Order is a non-political, non-sectarian and strictly American fraternity.
What is the motto of the Elks?
CHARITY, JUSTICE, BROTHERLY LOVE, AND FIDELITY. The motto of the B.P.O.E. is: THE FAULTS OF OUR BROTHERS AND SISTERS WE WRITE UPON THE SAND, THEIR VIRTURES UPON THE TABLETS OF LOVE AND MEMORY.
Where was the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks founded?
The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks (BPOE; also often known as the Elks Lodge or simply The Elks) is an American fraternal order founded in 1868, originally as a social club in New York City. The Elks building in Idaho Springs, Colorado
How old do you have to be to join the Elk Lodge?
No person shall be accepted as a member of this Order unless he be a white male citizen of the United States of America, of sound mind and body, of good character, not under the age of Twenty-one years, and a believer in God. Until 1973, the national constitution of the Elk lodge restricted membership to white men.
What are the requirements for the Order of Elks?
The current requirements include belief in God, American citizenship, willingness to recite the Pledge of Allegiance, willingness to salute the flag of the United States of America, willingness to support the laws and Constitution of the United States of America, being of good character and being at least 21 years of age.