Causes We Support

Annually, we award two scholarships.

Lodge members donate money and food, shop for food, and put together a meal package to be enjoyed on Thanksgiving.  The recipients of these meals would not otherwise be able to celebrate with a meal like we provide.

Officers taking underprivileged kids shopping for Christmas presents or school supplies shows those children that the police in their area are friends and are always there to help.  Giving a child a present, when they wouldn't have received one, or the supplies they need to excel in school, can make a lasting impression.

At the American Cancer Society, we're on a mission to free the world from cancer. Until we do, we'll be funding and conducting research, sharing expert information, supporting patients, and spreading the word about prevention. All so you can live longer — and better. 

Wish Upon a Star is a charitable organization in the state of Illinois dedicated to fulfilling the dreams and wishes of children with life threatening illnesses. 

The BSA’s goal is to train youth in responsible citizenship, character development, and self-reliance through participation in a wide range of outdoor activities, educational programs, and, at older age levels, career-oriented programs in partnership with community organizations. 

Special Olympics transforms lives through the joy of sport, every day, everywhere. We are the world’s largest sports organization for people with intellectual disabilities: with more than 4.9 million athletes in 172 countries -- and over a million volunteers. 

People of all ages, abilities and from every state across the country set themselves a personal riding goal and challenge themselves to pedal to fight kids’ cancer.

At JDRF, we're leading the fight against type 1 diabetes (T1D) by funding research, advocating for policies that accelerate access to new therapies, and providing a support network for millions of people around the world impacted by T1D. 

Since 1974, RMHC has created programs that strengthen families during difficult times. RMHC provides vital resources and compassionate care to children and their families being served by leading hospitals worldwide. 

The mission of CASA of River Valley is to train volunteers from the community to serve as the voice of abused and neglected children in our court system, provide needed information to the court, and help develop a more effective juvenile court process.