Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks

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.

"Elks" redirects here. For the animal, see Elk. For the Canadian counterpart, see Elks of Canada. For other uses, see Elks (disambiguation).

Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks
AbbreviationBPOE
Founded1868 (1868)
FounderCharles Vivian
Tax ID no.
36-0793011
Legal status501(c)(8) fraternal benefit order
HeadquartersChicago, Illinois, United States
Coordinates41.9323°N 87.6400°W / 41.9323; -87.6400
Affiliations1,928 local lodges, Elks National Home and Retirement Center, Elks National Foundation, Elks National Veterans Service Commission, Elks Veterans Memorial Restoration
Websitewww.elks.org
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