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About Us - Faribault MN Elks
A Community of Service, Friendship, and Tradition
The Faribault Elks Lodge is more than just a place to gather—we are a community dedicated to giving back, supporting veterans, and making a difference in the lives of those around us. As part of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, we take pride in our mission to promote charity, justice, and patriotism while fostering strong bonds among our members.
Our lodge actively supports local charities, youth programs, and veteran initiatives through fundraising and volunteer efforts. Whether it’s organizing donations, lending a hand to those in need, or hosting community events, we are committed to making a positive impact.
Beyond our charitable work, we come together to enjoy great company and create lasting memories. From Burger Nights and Fish Fry Fridays during Lent to karaoke, live music, and chili cook-offs, there’s always something happening at the lodge. We also gather to watch the Vikings during football season, celebrate special occasions like Flag Day, and welcome members to socialize at our bar.
If you’re looking for a place to connect with like-minded individuals, give back to the community, and enjoy great events, we invite you to visit us! Stop by during posted hours or reach out to learn more about becoming part of our Elks family.
Lodge Information
We welcome you to visit the Faribault Elks Lodge during our posted hours. Stop by or reach out to learn more and see if our lodge is the right fit for you.
Our hours may change throughout the year. For the latest updates, check Google, our Facebook page, or our newsletter.
As an Elks member, your membership card grants you access to any Elks Lodge in the United States. To enter, hold your card with the logo facing up, push the card in and open the door.
When visiting, please sign the member book at either entrance. This helps us maintain our private club status.
Looking to host an event? The back room and bar area are available for rental by members and private parties. Contact the Club Manager for details. Generally, private events in the back room are reserved for the hosting party, while the bar remains open to members.
Our Mission
Our Mission
Our Mission
To inculcate the principles of Charity, Justice, Brotherly Love and Fidelity; to recognize a belief in God; to promote the welfare and enhance the happiness of its Members; to quicken the spirit of American patriotism; to cultivate good fellowship; to perpetuate itself as a fraternal organization, and to provide for its government, the Be
To inculcate the principles of Charity, Justice, Brotherly Love and Fidelity; to recognize a belief in God; to promote the welfare and enhance the happiness of its Members; to quicken the spirit of American patriotism; to cultivate good fellowship; to perpetuate itself as a fraternal organization, and to provide for its government, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of the United States of America will serve the people and communities through benevolent programs, demonstrating that Elks Care and Elks Share.
We are
Our Mission
Our Mission
The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks is a vibrant community rooted in a proud 150-plus-year history, uniting hundreds of thousands of members nationwide. Through a vast network of nearly 2,000 local lodges, Elks members are deeply embedded in towns and cities across the country, fostering strong bonds of fellowship and service. At
The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks is a vibrant community rooted in a proud 150-plus-year history, uniting hundreds of thousands of members nationwide. Through a vast network of nearly 2,000 local lodges, Elks members are deeply embedded in towns and cities across the country, fostering strong bonds of fellowship and service. At the heart of this network is a remarkably generous charitable foundation that distributes millions of dollars every year in scholarships, stands as a steadfast friend to veterans, and serves as an inspiring pillar of support and leadership development for local youth.
Origin
Our Mission
Purpose
On February 16, 1868, 15 actors, entertainers, and stage workers—led by English-born performer Charles Vivian—met in New York City. Frustrated by a New York City law that forced all bars to close on Sundays, the group formed a social and fraternal club to bypass the loneliness of the day, calling themselves the "Jolly Corks."
The name ca
On February 16, 1868, 15 actors, entertainers, and stage workers—led by English-born performer Charles Vivian—met in New York City. Frustrated by a New York City law that forced all bars to close on Sundays, the group formed a social and fraternal club to bypass the loneliness of the day, calling themselves the "Jolly Corks."
The name came from a trick-joke Vivian had learned in England, where members had to be ready to pull a cork out of their pocket and buy a round of drinks or pay a fine
Purpose
Membership
Purpose
This Fraternal Order was founded "To promote and practice the four cardinal virtues of Charity, Justice, Brotherly Love and Fidelity; to promote the welfare and enhance the happiness of its members; to quicken the spirit of American Patriotism and cultivate good fellowship."
Membership
Membership
Membership
The Order is a non-political, non-sectarian and strictly American fraternity. Proposal for membership in the Order is only by invitation of a member in good standing. To be accepted as a member, one must be an American citizen, believe in God, be of good moral character and be at least 21 years old.
What We Do
Membership
Membership
The Order spends more than $80,000,000 every year for benevolent, educational and patriotic community-minded programs in such fields as benefitting special needs children, sponsoring Elks National Foundation scholarships, scouting, athletic teams, veterans' works, a national "Hoop Shoot" free-throw contest involving more than 3 million ch
The Order spends more than $80,000,000 every year for benevolent, educational and patriotic community-minded programs in such fields as benefitting special needs children, sponsoring Elks National Foundation scholarships, scouting, athletic teams, veterans' works, a national "Hoop Shoot" free-throw contest involving more than 3 million children, physical and occupational therapy programs and patriotic programs.
The youth of our country have always been important to the Order. It is for this reason the Elks Drug Awareness Education Program was launched to warn primary grade students and their parents of the dangers in drug use. Additionally, every lodge observes June 14th as Flag Day, a tradition which the Elks began in 1907 and was later adopted by the Congress as an official observance.