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Meet the Grand Madam President

jeankerrJean Kerr, the 2009-2010 Grand Madam President, joined the Moose Jaw Auxiliary in 1975 as a Charter Member and has held numerous leadership positions including all chairs of the Moose Jaw Auxiliary, provincial and regional president, Grand Madam Trustee, Grand Madam Conductor and Grand Madam Inside Guard. She believes in the fundraisers and the grassroots programs hosted by our members. Jean enjoys sports, gardening and camping and believes that by keeping busy, helping others and working helps keep her healthy and her mind active. Jean’s charity is the Fraternal Order of Eagles Memorial Foundation.

Meet the Grand Worthy President

lagervallMike Lagervall, the 2009-2010 Grand Worthy President, joined the Ballard Aerie #172 in 1968. He is a dedicated Eagle member serving in various leadership roles including Worthy Secretary since 1986, a Grand Aerie Officer since 2001 and chief justice of the Grand Tribunal for three years. Mike believes in meeting and helping people and enjoys antique cars, archives and Eagle history. His charity for this year is the Fraternal Order of Eagles Diabetes Research Center.

Information on Grants available for New Aeries/Auxiliaries

New Aerie/Auxiliary Grant

  • A Grant from one of the Fraternal Order of Eagles’ major charities is available for presentation at the Institution of a New Aerie.
  • The Grant request must be submitted 30 days prior to the date of the Institution.
  • The Grant cannot exceed $1,000.00.

Matching Community Grant

  • The New Aerie/Auxiliary will have up to one year following the Institution to submit funds for a local charity.
  • The Grand Aerie will match the local Aerie’s donation and provide a Grant to the local Charity.
  • The Grant cannot exceed $500.00

Please keep in mind, the Charity must fall under the same guidlines for all Grand Aerie grants in that the grant is to be used for education, research or equipment and must be designated as a 501(c) 3. It is very important to remember, we cannot issue grants to fundraising charities such as The American Heart Association, Easter Seals, etc.