Drug Awareness

Past Pres. Jim Larrabee poses with "Elroy the Elk" at the State Hoop Shoot in February

The Elks National Drug Awareness Program strives to teach all children and parents about the dangers of illegal drug use and prevent the abuse of legalized and prescription drugs. As the largest volunteer drug awareness program in the United States, the program relies on state, district and Lodge volunteers to promote a drug-free lifestyle. By taking pride in America’s communities and youth, the program takes action against youth drug use through education and inspiration.
Since 1982, the Elks have developed an effective, community-based drug prevention program by partnering with federal agencies including the Drug Enforcement Agency, Office of National Drug Control Policy, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, and national organizations such as Pride Youth Programs. These partnerships ensure the Elks Drug Awareness Program addresses the leading drug abuse issues facing communities today. For more information on our Drug Awareness Program, visit Grand Lodge.

The New Mexico Drug Awareness Committee under the direction of Max Otero, chairman, set-up a Drug Awareness display booth at the New Mexico State Fair in Albuquerque. Over 50 New Mexico Elks from around the state volunteered to make this display a success. The display featured information on binge drinking, meth, illegal, and legal drug use. State Fair patrons took Drug Awareness coloring books, crayons, Drug Awareness flyers, and information on local services for substance abuse. The fair ran from September 11-September 27. It is estimated that over 700,000 people visited the fair this year. Pictured is New Mexico Elks Association President Jim Larrabee. For more photos, Click Here. Photos by Veronica Morris, NMEA State Photographer.