2475 W. 26th Ave
Denver, CO 80211
Jolly Corks Bar open Wednesday - Saturday at 5:30 (subject to change)
Our People
Our board, our trustees, and our committees make this place amazing. Meet some of our amazing members who give so much to this club.
Officers
Trustees
Committees
Our Officers
Exalted Ruler (President)
Stephanie Martens
Elected by Lodge members. Executive Officer of the Lodge and enforces and performs duties required by the Laws of the Order and the By-Laws of the Lodge. The ER appoints all committees and has general supervision over all matters pertaining to the Lodge
Leading Knight
Erik Anderson
‘1st Vice-President’. Elected by Lodge members. Assists the Exalted Ruler in the performance of his/her duties. Will officiate in the absence of the ER.
Loyal Knight
Wendy Ferrell
‘2nd Vice President’. Elected by Lodge members. Second in command in the absence of the ER.
Lecturing Knight
Zoe Krusic
‘3rd Vice President’. Elected by Lodge members. Third in command in the absence of the ER.
Secretary
Travis Caldwell
Elected by Lodge Members. Records minutes of Lodge meetings, maintains lodge accounts, reads/answers all correspondence, administers membership cards.
Treasurer
Angie Greimann
Elected by Lodge Members. Receives all monies from the Secretary and Members, pays approved bills of the Lodge, maintains record of receipts and disbursements, and signs all checks.
Tiler
Doug Schuler
Appointed by the ER. Is stationed to the right of the Exalted Ruler during Lodge meetings. He/She organizes the Lodge, prepares candidates for initiation and introduces visiting members.
Esquire
Michael Sheehan
Appointed by the ER. Is stationed to the right of the Exalted Ruler during Lodge meetings. He/She organizes the Lodge, prepares candidates for initiation and introduces visiting members.
Chaplain
Todd Daily
Appointed by the ER. Stationed to the left of the Exalted Ruler during Lodge meetings. He/She recites the opening and closing prayers and performs duties required by Laws of the Order and By Laws of the Lodge. Leads funeral rites for deceased members.
Inner Guard
Jennifer Stedron
Appointed by the ER. Positioned at the inner door during Lodge meetings, allows only those qualified to enter.
Organist / Musician
Reed Weimer
Appointed by the ER. Provides the music prescribed by the rituals or The Order and performs such others duties as assigned.
Vocalist
Mo Molberg
Appointed by the ER. Provides the vocal portion of music prescribed by the rituals or The Order and performs such others duties as assigned.
Our Trustees
The Lodge Trustees control the funds and property of the Lodge and hold regular monthly meetings, keep a record of all investments and purchase all Lodge supplies and present an annual Lodge budget.
Chris Jeffrey
First Year Trustee
Matthew Boknevitz
Second Year Trustee
Phil Bartlett
Third Year Trustee
Peter Lira
Fourth Year Trustee
Justin Jones
Fifth Year Trustee
Our Committees help run the lodge and are a great way for new members to get involved and learn more about Elkdom
House Committee
The House Committee is also charged with managing the daily operations of the Club in accordance with approved House Rules. Acts of Conduct Unbecoming an Elk on Lodge property is subject to control of the House Committee.
Safety & Insurance
Assists with safety compliance and Lodge inspections.
Events Committee
The committee’s goal is to organize our member and community events as well as event rentals.
Membership Committee
The committee’s goal is to increase membership, membership lapsation and new member orientation.
P.E.R. Committee
Past Exalted Rulers Association or Advisory Committee which shall consist of all the Past Exalted Ruler of the Lodge and all Past Exalted Rulers of another Lodge who are now Members to make recommendations for Lodge Committee appointments and
candidates for office. To assist the Exalted Ruler. To engage in and make recommendations in other activities which will promote the good of the Lodge and of the Order.
Ritual Committee
To encourage the use and correct performance of the Grand Lodge Rituals at Denver #17 Lodge. Make arrangements for develop a team, practice and participate in Ritual Competitions.
New Home, Major Project & Commercial Leasing
To review and secure revenue from commercial leases. To review, discuss and present items related to a new Lodge, building, or property designation.
Veterans Committee
Shall formulate and carry out programs of aid to disabled or needy veterans of the military service of the United States of America, and to formulate and carry out programs for aid and service to members of the military forces of the United States of America.
Grants & Scholarships Committee
Shall coordinate the program , to conduct scholarship contests, and to award scholarships to worthy students and make recommendations to Board of Directors. To apply for Grand Lodge grants for programs at our Lodge.
Elkettes
A group of dedicated Elk spouses that provide much support to the lodge. Membership is open to any spouse, widow, or daughter of an Elk Member or in addition to being an Elk Member.
History Committee
To document, archive and display Elk history related to BPOE and the Denver #17 Lodge.
Audit & Accounting Committee
To engage an accountant independent of the Lodge, with the approval of the Lodge to prepare the Annual Financial Report and present to Lodge Officers for the fiscal year. Deliver the final financial report and file state and federal tax forms. Act on other matters of finance as the Lodge may direct.
Hoop Shoot
Shall serve to highlight the Elks Commitment to the nations youth, encourage family participation and help develop the character of our youth to better qualify them to become good citizens and the leaders of tomorrow. To coordinate and execute annual event for youth in our community.
Soccer Shoot
Shall serve to highlight the Elks Commitment to the nations youth, encourage family participation and help develop the character of our youth to better qualify them to become good citizens and the leaders of tomorrow. To coordinate and execute annual event for youth in our community.
Drug Awareness
Welcome to the resource center for the Elks National Drug Awareness Program – the largest volunteer drug awareness program in the United States. We are very proud of our dedicated army of volunteers who freely give their time and talents to this most noble cause.
The Elks are committed to eliminating the use and abuse of illegal drugs by all members of society and believe that in order to ensure a bright future for our country, it is essential that our children be raised in a drug-free environment.
Americanism, Youth Activity & Scouts Committee
The ambition and goal of the Americanism Committee is to quicken the spirit of American patriotism and to stimulate an awareness – a genuine feeling of pride and respect toward patriotism – so that we as Members of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will become constant reminders to the people of our Nation that America truly means freedom and that ELKS CARE and ELKS SHARE. The Committees on Americanism – Grand Lodge, State and Local – are charged with implementing the patriotic activities of the Order and its Subordinate Lodges. Each Lodge should take part in as many of these programs as possible in order to accomplish a diversified impact for Americanism in their area.