Trustee/Director
Lodge Trustee or Director
Resources
The Board of Trustees (or Directors in incorporated Lodges) serves as the financial and property management body of an Elks Lodge. This collective leadership group oversees investments, maintains facilities, and ensures fiscal responsibility through budgeting and planning processes.
Key Responsibilities
According to Section 12.070 of the Grand Lodge Statutes, the Board:
Controls the funds, investments, and property of the Lodge
Executes leases, contracts, or other papers when ordered by the Lodge
Holds at least one regular meeting each month and keeps minutes
Keeps records of investments, deposits, and withdrawals
Purchases supplies ordered by the Lodge
Presents a monthly written report of transactions
Presents a segregated budget by the final regular meeting in April
Establishes an Accident Prevention Program
The Chairman attends all District Deputy Clinics unless excused
Leadership
Service on the Board of Trustees represents a distinctive leadership path focused on long-term planning and property management. Board members develop skills in collaborative decision-making and fiscal oversight that complement the experience gained in chair officer positions. Many Lodges benefit from having Past Exalted Rulers serve as Trustees, creating a valuable blend of executive experience and institutional memory.