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Americanism Essay Contest Sponsored by the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks
β¨ Theme: βWhat Does Service to Your Country Mean To You?β
π Who Can Enter:
Students in grades 5β8 (divisions broken down by grade).
π Rules:
β’ Essay must not exceed 300 words.
β’ Must be typed or neatly written in ink.
β’ Submit essays to the Springfield Elks Lodge #158, 409 E. Lake Shore Dr., Springfield, Illinois 62712
π Awards:
National winners receive plaques and monetary prizes:
β’ 1st Place: $1,000
β’ 2nd Place: $500
β’ 3rd Place: $250
π Deadline:
Essays must be submitted by December 15, 2025. A copy of the Essay Cover Sheet must be completed for each level of the competition and remain attached to the Essay. Cover Sheet available upon request (see contact name/email address below)
π Submit to:
Springfield Elks Lodge #158, 409 E. Lake Shore Dr., Springfield, Illinois 62712
π Contact: Sandra BeguΓ©, Americanism Chairman at 217-529-0158 or email [email protected]
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