Our Lodge Foundation …
Sharing, Caring,
and Daring
to Sustain
Space, Place, and *Grace
for ALL
MISSION:
Our Lodge Foundation, Inc., a recognized 501c3, supports the Saratoga Springs, NY community through cultural, educational, civic, and charitable programs and services, assisting people of color, immigrants, and minority populations, as well as supporting the activities and efforts of the Frederick Allen Elks Lodge #609 and its historical building.
*GRACE: /ɡrās/ noun 2. courteous goodwill
BeLOCAL!
Community Organizations of Saratoga Springs
So often, we just need to know who is part of our “Village” so we can reach out and connect more dots for each other!
DO MORE … Wanna Know How?
Gathering the Good, Strengthening The Dream, Lifting Our Neighbors, Feeding the Hungry, Sheltering the Unhoused, Building Healthier Tomorrows, Addressing Climate Change …
CIVIC CONNEX
We are the ones we have been waiting for - let’s lean in!
“So the past is not past
And this road still goes on
There are miles yet to go
But the circle is strong
For those who don’t give up.”
— from “This Road,” Juneteenth 2023, by Dr. Joseph E. Bruchac, Poet Laureate, Saratoga Springs
Upcoming Events
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"PROUD & Banned" Book Reading
Sunday, June 02, 2024
12:30p to 2:30p
Frederick Allen Lodge #609
69 Beekman Streat, Saratoga Springs, NYReadings from “banned” books written by LGBTQ+ authors or about LGBTQ+ people.
Co-sponsors: Saratoga PRIDE, Frederick Allen Elks Lodge #609, and Our Lodge Foundation
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JUNETEENTH 2024
06-19-2024
“The Responsibility of Freedom”
1:00p to 3:00p
• with Community Tabling 1 hr pre- & post-program
• Celebration Reception to follow.Saratoga Regional YMCA’s Outdoor Pavilion
290 West Avenue
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866Free & Open to the Public
Co-sponsors: Frederick Allen Elks Lodge #609, Saratoga YMCA, and MLK Saratoga.
Organized by: Our Lodge Foundation
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Honoring Solomon Northup
07-15-2024
TBDDetails to come. Pls check back for updates!
Contact
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Email
OurLodgeFoundation@gmail.com
Phone
(518) 852-3859