The roots of Raceway Elks Lodge 2852 had their beginnings in late 2006 when a small group of driven Elks met to explore the possibilities of a new lodge in the Southwest Valley. The inaugural meetings were held at the Palm Valley Community Center in Avondale. During this time Rod Swartwood was appointed as the Inaugural membership chair.

In early 2007, Raceway Elks 2852 moved their meetings to Coldwater Springs Golf Course in Avondale. Membership grew and compliance with new lodge requirements were met. The name of the new lodge was established as Raceway. This was purposefully done to recognize that the lodge would serve a number of communities rather than just one city. With the name established, shirts were ordered for purchase and colors designated for officers; summer uniforms (red) and of course for travel our notorious (gold).

in late 2007 membership surpassed the required 100 members and with the help of the new lodge committee and our Grand Lodge sponsor, Ken Moore, the granting of a charter was approved. On December 15th, 2007, Raceway Elks Lodge 2852 was instituted at Phoenix West lodge. While meetings continued at the Coldwater Springs Golf Course, the need for a more appropriate setting for lodge operations was recognized. 

In early 2009 Raceway Elks began meeting at the Acacia Masonic Lodge in Avondale. With the use of this building, we were able to institute many of the Grand Lodge programs, youth activities, drug awareness and much more. As the lodge flourished, so did the need for a permanent social quarter. 

In 2012 a site committee was established to focus their efforts to purchase a permanent home. A decision was made to purchase the property where we are currently located. On August 2nd. Raceway Elks Lodge 2852 opened ready to serve their veterans and youth in the community.