As a member of the Atascadero Elk's Lodge, I have found the organization to be generous in their services to the youth of Atascadero, by purchasing $2,000 worth of new backpacks and school supplies each school year, as well as purchasing new children's books for the local pre-schools in Atascadero. Their recognition of the Veterans and Law Enforcement by honoring them in a dinner once a year. They sponsor Drug Awareness, Hoop Shoots, Golf Tournaments, Blood Banks, Scholarships, and hold many fundraisers to donate to numerous charities.