The Grand Lodge Group is a fraternal organization that includes the Elks, which is a four-letter acronym for the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. The Elks are a charitable organization that was founded in 1868 and is dedicated to helping those in need and promoting patriotism, community service, and youth programs. They have over 1 million members in more than 2, 000 lodges across the United States.