WHO WE ARE

The Huntington Beach Elks Lodge 1959 is a pillar of community service and fellowship.
Our mission focuses on charity, patriotism, and community engagement, with a commitment to making a positive impact in Huntington Beach.

We support local schools, organize events for veterans, and assist families in need.
With a strong sense of camaraderie and dedication to service, we strive to leave a lasting legacy of compassion and goodwill.

OUR CORE VALUES

Charity · Justice · Brotherly Love · Fidelity

CHEMPI — THE PURPLE PIG

Founded in 1950 by the California-Hawaii Elks Association, CHEMPI (California-Hawaii Elks Major Project, Inc.) was created to support children with disabilities.

The organization:

• Provides funding for critical therapies and treatments

• Supports families when other organizations cannot

• Offers professional services such as therapy and preschool vision screening

• Reaches children even in remote areas

Early screenings help detect conditions like amblyopia (“lazy eye”), allowing early treatment and preventing long-term vision loss.

All donations to CHEMPI are tax-deductible.

2024 THEME CHILD — RUDY

Rudy – Ridgecrest, California

Rudy was born prematurely at 26 weeks and faced serious medical challenges, including respiratory failure and extended NICU care.

Through the support of the Elks and CHEMPI:

• He received specialized feeding therapy

• Overcame major developmental obstacles

• Progressed to eating solid foods despite complications from Down syndrome

Rudy’s family credits the Elks’ support as essential to his growth and future, giving him the opportunity to live a fuller, more active life.

SUPPORTING OUR VETERANS

Never Forgotten

The Elks are deeply committed to serving veterans and active military members.

Our efforts include:

• Volunteering thousands of hours annually

• Providing direct support across 330+ facilities

• Funding rehabilitation and adaptive programs

• Supporting homeless veterans through outreach initiatives

We ensure those who served our country receive the care, dignity, and respect they deserve.