Today, representatives Mary Elia and Jim Western from the Walla Walla Elks Lodge presented a $1,250 donation to Lincoln High School’s Phoenix Fund. This fund provides vital assistance to students by covering essential needs outside of school, such as clothing, haircuts, and personal hygiene items.

The donation resulted from a fundraising campaign led by Mary Elia, with generous support from Columbia REA, Toyota of Walla Walla, and an anonymous donor. In addition, the Elks contributed another $1,250 to Communities in Schools to further support Walla Walla Public Schools students districtwide.

Walla Walla Public Schools extends its sincere thanks to the Walla Walla Elks Lodge and its partners for their ongoing commitment to helping students thrive.

Photo L-R: Lincoln HS Intervention Specialist Shelly Robertson, Mary Elia, Jim Western, Lincoln HS Principal Marci Knauft and Superintendent Dr. Ben Gauyan.