Elks Lodge No. 6
  • Major Project
The California-Hawaii Elks Major Project, affectionately known as Purple Pig pledges its commitment to addressing the unmet needs of disabled children throughout the states of California and Hawaii by developing a program of supporting services to aid these children at no cost to the families and without discrimination.

Will 2025 ~ 2026 Major Project Theme Child

Will's journey has been nothing short of inspiring. Despite the effort required to stand and walk, he is always eager to get into his braces and continue making progress. His determination and resilience shine through in every session, as he works hard to improve with each passing day. For Will and his family, the support they've received through the California-Hawaii Elks Major Project has been invaluable. Thanks to Lisa's expertise and the home based therapy provided by the Elks, Will's future no longer seems limited by a wheelchair. With each milestone, Will's future grows brighter, and the Patrichs are filled with gratitude for the progress their son has made so far.

The impact of the California-Hawaii Elks' free home­ based physical therapy services cannot be overstated. For families like the Patrichs, these services offer much more than just physical care-they provide hope, encouragement, and a path forward. The support from the Elks Major Project has given Will the opportunity to achieve goals that once seemed impossible, and the family is eager to see what the future holds as they continue working with Lisa over the coming years.

The Patrichs family's journey is a testament to the power of faith, resilience, and community support. Through the Elks Major Project, Will's progress has far exceeded their expectations, and they are excited to continue this journey of growth and healing. With the continued support of the California-Hawaii Elks and their dedicated therapists, Will's potential is limitless.

The members of Elks #6 hold a special passion for this project. If you join us for Sunday Breakfast we hope you will contribute to our Purple Pig so that children like Will can Walk, Talk, See, and Play.

California Hawaii Elks Major Project Inc, (CHEMPI) provides:
Occupational Therapy:

Through individual home instruction, the goal for all children in the program is to become as independent and self-sufficient as they can. Our occupational therapists, working with the parents, teach our children the basics from feeding and dressing skills to dealing with sensory integration and learning to play.

Physical Therapy:

The Elks physical therapists evaluate and treat children with a wide range of disabilities as they travel from home to home. Their focus is to help these children learn or improve important motor skills by educating or re-educating muscles and increase strength, endurance and coordination.

Early Vision Screening:

Preschool Vision Screeners travel from school to school to test kids for any kind of visual problems, from mild to severe.

Speech-Language Therapy:

The Elks highly trained speech-language pathologists can diagnose a variety of communication disorders and coordinate a home program of therapy with the parents. Many speech-language problems are addressed by the staff, including swallowing or feeding difficulties.