From left, Exalted Ruler Ben Bouman, Golf Tournament Chair Jeff Goettee and Past Exalted Ruler Troy Calloway  present a check for $8,000 to President & CEO Sara Lister of Make-A-Wish New Mexico. Courtesy/Elks Lodge

ELKS LODGE News:

This year’s Los Alamos Elks Lodge #2083 has announced that its annual Charity Golf Tournament raised $10,000, which was recently donated to several local and state organizations.

Exalted Ruler Ben Bouman, Past Exalted Ruler Troy Calloway and Golf Tournament Chair Jeff Goettee presented an $8,000 check to Make-A-Wish New Mexico.

“Make-A-Wish New Mexico is so grateful for the continued support of Los Alamos Elks Lodge #2083,” said President & CEO Sara Lister of Make-A-Wish New Mexico. “They have helped make wishes a reality for many kids through their annual golf tournament and they truly provide the gift of hope to a child battling a critical illness.”

The UNM Childrens Hospital received $1,000 and the STEM Santa Fe Pathways for Girls received $500.

A $500 check from the golf tournament, along with a $500 grant, was presented to the Los Alamos Junior Golf Program. Ivan Appert, the new head pro at the Los Alamos Golf Course, said he was grateful for the funds, which will be used to purchase new equipment for the program that introduces young girls and boys to the game of golf.

Los Alamos Elks Lodge #2083 wishes to thank this year’s tournament sponsors, donors and golfers.

Exalted Ruler Ben Bouman and Chair Jeff Goettee of the 2023 Los Alamos Elks Lodge #2083 Charity Golf Tournament with Los Alamos Golf Pro Ivan Appert. The Elks donated $1,000 to the Los Alamos Junior Golf Program. Courtesy/Elks Lodge