06/17/2026
π Congratulations to Middletown Elks Lodge 2179! π
The Monmouth Regional Chamber of Commerce is incredibly proud to honor the Middletown Elks Lodge as our 2026 Beacon of Excellence β Beacon of Hope Award Honoree!
Founded in 1960, this cornerstone of community service has spent more than six decades living out one powerful motto: "Elks Care β Elks Share." With a dedicated membership of 500 strong, their impact is felt across every corner of our community.
From donating televisions to the newly opened Middletown Veterans Village and hosting solemn Flag Day and Memorial Day services, to delivering food and gifts to dozens of local families during the holiday season β the Elks show up, every single time. Their youth programs, including Hoop Shoots, soccer camps, and sports equipment donations to local schools, are investing in the next generation of our community.
This is also a historic chapter for the Lodge as they proudly welcome their first female officers β bringing renewed energy, perspective, and heart to their already extraordinary mission. Through vital committees like Americanism, Youth Activities, and Special Needs Children, there is truly a place for everyone to serve.
Thank you, Middletown Elks Lodge 2179, for being a living, breathing Beacon of Hope for our community. Your tireless dedication makes Monmouth County a stronger, more compassionate place. π
π Learn more about them here: https://www.elks.org/lodges/home.cfm?LodgeNumber=2179
π Register here for the 2026 Beacon of Excellence Awards: bit.ly/MRCC2026BEACON