Greater Pine Island Elks charity car show to benefit Army of Hope
The Greater Pine Island Elks Lodge 2781 is holding its second Annual Army of Hope Car Show Saturday, Jan. 29, at the lodge from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., to raise funds for the Florida State Elks Army of Hope project.
The lodge is located at 5630 Pine Island Road, Bokeelia.
The Army of Hope is a major state project of the Florida Elks established in 2007. Its mission is to provide aid assistance to the families of deceased, disabled and deployed members of the military. The families of Florida active duty military personnel, military reservists, Coast Guard, the National Guard and/or their dependents are eligible. An active duty member stationed in Florida with his/her dependents would qualify as a Florida resident.
Since its inception, the Army of Hope has raised $620,208 and distributed $508,591 for families of deployed military members. The help members give through the Florida Army of Hope allows the military member to safely concentrate on his/her duties without worrying about the family at home. The Army of Hope also assists returning veterans with costs to re-establish their civilian life after deployment.
One hundred percent of the proceeds will benefit the Florida Elks Veterans Project – Army of Hope. There is no registration fee; prizes will be awarded for classes, people’s choice and Best in Show; there will be DJ music, raffles, and food and beverages.
The car show is open to the public to enjoy an afternoon of fun and fellowship.
For question or to pre-register your vehicle, please contact Bob Hoogstra 239-989-1084 or bobhoogstra812@msn.com.