Hot Springs Elks Lodge #1751

06/15/2026

Our monthly social is this Thursday! June 18! 6pm! 309 General

06/14/2026

This morning, our lodge had the honor of presenting our annual Flag Day Ceremony at the State Veterans Home in Hot Springs. Thank you to all who attended celebrating our Nation’s beautiful flag and its history! 🇺🇸

06/09/2026

Regular business meeting tonight at 6pm! See you there! 🫎

06/06/2026

Service and friendship define our Lodges. Whether it’s organizing food drives or hosting fundraisers, Elks always show up for each other and the community.

Join us and Be the Difference!

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06/04/2026

Elevate your impact. Elevate your connections. Elevate your community. That’s what being an Elk is all about. Are you ready to step up and Be the Difference?

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06/02/2026

MEDIA ALERT – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Elks Lodges Nationwide to Celebrate Flag Day

Chicago, IL – June 14, 2026 – As the nation celebrates America 250, thousands of Americans will gather at Elks Lodges across the United States, Puerto Rico, and the Panama Canal Zone to honor Flag Day, continuing one of the country’s oldest and most distinguished patriotic traditions.

Long before Flag Day became an official federal observance, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks was honoring the American flag. In 1908, the Elks Grand Lodge formally established June 14 as Flag Day, making the Elks the only fraternal organization in the nation that mandates an annual formal Flag Day ceremony in every Lodge.

The Elks’ unwavering commitment to patriotism helped elevate Flag Day into the national spotlight. In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson officially proclaimed June 14 as Flag Day, and in 1949, President Harry S. Truman—an Elks member from Independence, Missouri—signed legislation permanently recognizing it as a national observance.

As America marks its 250th anniversary, the Elks continue to stand among the nation’s leading forces for patriotism, charity, and community service. For 158 years, Elks members have strengthened communities and supported the nation through service and generosity, contributing more than $15 billion in charitable donations nationwide.

In 2025 alone, Elks members donated an estimated $550 million in cash, goods, and volunteer service supporting veterans, youth programs, scholarships, food initiatives, and critical local community needs.

With 1,841 Lodges and 800,000 members nationwide, the Elks continue to promote American values, civic pride, and love of country in communities large and small.

“During America’s 250th anniversary year, Flag Day carries even greater meaning,” said Elks officials. “It is a celebration of our nation’s history, our freedoms, and the enduring unity symbolized by the American flag.”

Communities are encouraged to attend local Elks Flag Day ceremonies and experience a patriotic tradition that has inspired generations of Americans for more than a century.

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05/29/2026

When you wear red on Fridays, you're not just making a fashion statement - you're demonstrating the Elks' deep respect and appreciation for our active duty military. Join us this week in showing your support.

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05/27/2026

We are very honored to be the Lodge of the Year awarded by the South Dakota State Elks Association!

Lodge of the Year - Hot Springs #1751. Dusty Bellew, President Kerry Ruth, Brian Thies, and Joann Walker.

05/20/2026

This morning, our lodge Exalted Ruler, Jace Thomas, presented a check to Hope Stanton, with Hot Springs Youth Soccer Association, to help their organization stay successful in our area! Keep up the great work! ⚽️