Exalted Ruler’s Message

Fellow Elks,

It is an honor to serve as Exalted Ruler of Kinderhook Elks Lodge #2530. I am grateful for your confidence, and I look forward to a year grounded in the principles upon which the Elks are founded—Brotherly Love, Justice, Charity, and Fidelity—and focused on unity and meaningful growth.

I would like to thank our outgoing Exalted Ruler, Tammy McDermott, for her leadership and dedication to our Lodge. I also extend my appreciation to the Board of Trustees, and to our Secretary and Treasurer, for the commitment and careful work that keeps our operations strong and our mission on track.

This year, we will focus on three practical priorities. First, we will expand partnerships that strengthen our youth programs and deepen our engagement with parents—supporting our young people while also introducing new families to the values and fellowship of Elkdom. Second, we will develop a Lodge talent inventory to better match volunteers with needs, distribute work more evenly, and ensure every member has a clear opportunity to contribute using their unique skills. Third, we will intentionally create more moments of connection and enjoyment, because a Lodge that is active and welcoming is a Lodge that grows.

I ask each of you to take pride and ownership in Kinderhook #2530. Attend when you can, volunteer when you are able, share ideas, and invite others to experience what makes our Lodge special. If we move forward together, united in purpose, we will accomplish a great deal for one another and for our community.

Fraternally,

Kelly McGiffert

Exalted Ruler