Below is information about the charities our Aerie supports on national, state and local levels. The Fraternal Order of Eagles #4365 works hard to contribute on all of these levels. Every month, our organization chooses a Charity of the Month and holds various fundraisers supporting it throughout the month; providing the opportunity for our members to have fun while giving back to the community. The Eagles are People Helping People and we believe our contribution statistics prove we believe in that motto.
Your donations help our efforts in increasing our annual contributions. Please donate using the button below; no donation is too small. If you wish to contribute by becoming a member click the "Join Today" button and become a part of something great.
Your donations help our efforts in increasing our annual contributions. Please donate using the button below; no donation is too small. If you wish to contribute by becoming a member click the "Join Today" button and become a part of something great.
Local Charities
Community Hospice & Palliative CareEstablished in 1979, Community Hospice & Palliative Care is an innovative national leader in palliative and hospice care, as well as providing programs and services to meet the diverse needs of the communities it serves. During its 40 year history, Community Hospice & Palliative Care has served nearly 200,000 adults and children in Baker, Clay, Duval, Nassau and St. Johns counties and recently expanded its service area to include 11 counties in north central Florida.
Safe Animal ShelterThe hope of Safe Animal Shelter is that someday there will be so few animals entering shelters that all of them are adopted by forever families before shelters run out of space. Until that goal is reached, Safe Animal exists to provide temporary housing for as many homeless pets as are able to be adopted each year. The cats and dogs at Safe Animal Shelter come from a variety of circumstances and many are rescued from animal control facilities throughout our county and neighboring counties.
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Seamark RanchThe Seamark Ranch logo is a shining beacon - a lighthouse leading children to safety and security. Seamark Ranch, located on a beautiful 465 acre campus in Northeast Florida, seeks to provide a traditional home environment where each child can experience the security of boundaries and the acceptance of unconditional love. Seamark Ranch is more than a children's home, orphanage or group home. It is a team of passionate individuals dedicated to bettering the lives of less fortunate children.
Quigley HouseQuigley House provides advocacy and empowerment to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault while providing community education to heighten awareness.
Services by Quigley House include: - 24 Hour Shelter - Individual, Group & Child Counseling - 24 Hour Crisis Hotline - Sexual Assault Crisis Center - Legal Counseling - Pet Kennel |
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Challenge EnterprisesChallenge Enterprises of North Florida, Inc. is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization that provides adult day training, residential services, and employment opportunities for adults with different abilities.
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F.O.E. Charity Foundation
The Fraternal Order of Eagles believes every penny donated to our Charity Foundation should benefit the individuals who need it most - that's why we return 100% of all funds raised in the form of grants. While many charities are using your donations to help offset a variety of administrative costs, we use membership dues to cover those costs to ensure your full donation is being used to make a difference in the lives of the men, women and children in need. The F.O.E. Charity Foundation hosts a variety of funds - each dedicated to a specific cause - which collect donations from nearly 3,000 Aeries and Auxiliaries for the purposes of awarding grants to local and/or international organizations dedicated to research and patient care. We have highlighted some of the funds supported by the F.O.E. Charity Foundation below. A full list of funds can be found by clicking the button below.
Ekso ProjectAs of 2009, there were 42,000 Veterans receiving medical care for spinal cord injuries (SCI) from the VA in this country. These men and women volunteered to serve their country and were severely wounded in combat. Now, we have the opportunity to do something to give back. Something that will allow them to stand up and walk. Something that will extend their lives and reduce their medical problems and expenses for the rest of their lives. Take a minute to watch the video above to fully understand the impact the bionic exoskeleton equipment can have on these brave men and women, their spouses and their children.
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Diabetes Research Center On July 13, 2014, the Fraternal order of Eagles completed a $25 million pledge to the University of Iowa to fund the Fraternal Order of Eagles Diabetes Research Center - a comprehensive research facility dedicated to progressing diabetes research in hopes of one day finding a cure.
The Diabetes Research Center, which opened Aug. 23, 2014, occupies 1.5 floors (20,000+ sq. ft.) within the John and Mary Pappajohn Biomedical Discovery Building. A team of 100 researchers works daily conducting a variety of research studies centered around maintaining, preventing and, ultimately, curing diabetes. |
Bridge to the CureIn 2008, The Fraternal Order of Eagles made a promise to help find a cure for diabetes, pledging $25 million to fund research efforts at the F.O.E. Diabetes Research Center at the University of Iowa. Over the last 10 years, our money has helped fund significant breakthroughs in the field of diabetes. Now, it's time to bring those research efforts to the next level through the Bridge to the Cure.
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Eagle VillageWithin beautiful Bradenton, Fla., lies Eagle Village– a 26-acre complex featuring 85 living units open to members of the Fraternal Order of Eagles with at least 10 years of continuous membership. Amenities include a library, recreation center, town hall, pool, gym, shuffleboard court and a three-acre lake with private lighted paths, allowing residents to enjoy long walks or bike rides at any hour.
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The Memorial Foundation
The Memorial Foundation supports children of members who die while serving their country or at work. All Eagle members and their families are automatically protected by this unprecedented safety net. Your children will be able to attend college or vocational school and receive various forms of medical assistance.
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People Helping Pantries
People Helping Pantries. That's us. Millions of people around the United States and Canada go hungry every day. Help us help the millions in need by making a donation. Encourage residents in your community to bring non-perishable food items to the Aerie or location of your choosing.
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Our Programs
The Fraternal Order of Eagles supports many programs including NASCAR, Operation Eagle, Children's Day and God, Flag & Country to name a few. These programs are designed to provide a sense of community, camaraderie and help those in the community by providing supplies and scholarships. Visit the National Fraternal Order of Eagls website for a full list of programs and details about each.
Children's Art Contest
The Eagles' annual Children’s Art Contest provides youth in grades 3-6 an outlet to showcase their creative skills for a chance to win a cash prize. By igniting the creative process while teaching the core values and beliefs of The Fraternal Order of Eagles, we can help build future generations of People Helping People. The above picture represents the 2020 Grand Prize winning entry.
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Children's Day
Each year the Fraternal Order of Eagles holds a Children's Day contest. The contest encourages local Aeries and Auxiliaries to organize community events centered around education of our youth. From providing prevention education to creating a safe and fun environment to express creativity, these events offer a spirit of camaraderie to attendees. The picture above represents the 2020 contest winner.
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