DeLand Elks Lodge #1463 held a community barbecue and cornhole tournament to benefit their neighbor and fellow veterans’ supporter, VFW Post 2380, after a fire destroyed their home. The VFW Post is just feet from the lodge and when the building went up in flames one Friday evening, lodge officers and members wanted to do all they could to help them. After weeks of planning and countless volunteer hours, the fundraiser was held June 22. It is estimated that more than 250 people attended throughout the day. The event included food, music, games, raffles and auction items, all of which were donated. On July 13, the lodge presented VFW Post 2380 with a check for $10,000 for their rebuild fund.

Pictured are Glen Fannin, Exalted Ruler; Bill Bell, VFW Post 2380 Commander; and Tony Gall, VFW Post 2380 Quartermaster.