The Knights of Columbus was founded in 1882 in New Haven, Connecticut by Father Michael J. McGivney as a fraternal benefit society to provide financial assistance to its members and their families. It has since grown to over 1.7 million members worldwide. The Knights of Columbus is dedicated to charity work, donating over $1.4 billion and over 600 million hours of service in the last decade alone. They provide support to churches, families in need, and charitable causes aligned with Catholic values.

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2. Knights Of Columbus In Service to one. in Service to all Knights of Columbus was founded by Father Michael J. McGivney. In Basement of Saint Mary’s Church in New Haven Ct. on March 29 th 1882 125 years later the Knights of Columbus has grown to be the largest lay Catholic organization in the world. FRATERNAL BENEFIT SOCIETY: CHARITABLE WORKS In April of 2008, Pope Benedict declared Fr. McGivney a “Venerable Servant of God”.

3. Knights Of Columbus In Service to one. in Service to all “ Vicarious Christi” fund for the Holy Father. Support of Vatican Communications Knights of Columbus supports church community, family and youth activities. $1.4 Million to the beneficiaries of the law enforcement officers, firefighters and emergency medical personnel who died in 9/11 terrorist attacks. Provides support with manpower and money, supporting also those groups who serve the poorest of the poor. Daily Mass for deceased members & spouses. FRATERNAL BENEFIT SOCIETY: CHARITABLE WORKS

4. Knights Of Columbus In Service to one. in Service to all FRATERNAL BENEFIT SOCIETY: CHARITABLE WORKS Charity, Unity, Fraternity & Patriotism Knights of Columbus support Vocations. 1.75 million members in over 14,000 councils. In 2007 our order contributed over 144 million dollars to charity and contributed 68 million volunteer hours. Knights Support Vocations and church development through church Loans Knights of Columbus provides educational scholarship programs for Catholic high school and Colleges. Knights of Columbus is a valuable resource for your family.

5. Knights Of Columbus In Service to one. in Service to all FRATERNAL BENEFIT SOCIETY: CHARITABLE WORKS “ One Nation Under God.” In 1954 the Knights of Columbus were instrumental in adding two words to the Pledge of Allegiance . Pres. Eisenhower and the American Legion thanked us for our efforts Atheists filed three to remove those two words. Knights of Columbus has been granted a standing in the case and is fighting to keep us “One Nation Under God.”

6. Knights Of Columbus In Service to one. in Service to all NEBRASKA : CHARITABLE WORKS Nearly 24,000 members in 187 councils, assemblies and circles. 2007 $2 million in charitable giving $400,000 - churches & vocations support $200,000 - Catholic Schools $200,000 - Pro-Life efforts $200,000 - Special Needs Children 1 million hours of volunteer service.

7. Knights Of Columbus In Service to one. in Service to all Your Dues at Work : National & Local $10,000/month to Mother Theresa’s Order Support of the Handicapped Catholic Advertising and Columbia Support of like-minded organizations Distribution of rosaries Support of EWTN Support of KVSS 88.9 FM Support of Birthright. Support of Bishop’s Mission Fund I don’t know where you could put so little and accomplish so much for charity.

8. As the Field Agent to your Council, I serve as Fr. McGivney’s Advocate for Your Family. It is my responsibility to make certain that all members and their families are aware of all the benefit available to them. I am here to help your family in their time of greatest need. I can help with: Contacting an attorney regarding a will, Preparing funeral arrangements, Filing claims with all companies, Providing a checklist for survivors, Assistance with Social Security or Veteran’s Benefits Notification of Supreme for Daily Mass Remembrance. There is NO charge for these FREE benefits.

9. FRATERNAL BENEFITS FREE Accidental Death, Columbia Magazine, Insurance Program Life insurance Whole Life & Term Annuities (IRAs ,Roth IRAs, TSAs and Rollovers from employer plans Long-Term Care Scholarships, Matthews & Swift Education Trust Fund, Catholic Information Service

10. Knights Of Columbus In Service to one. in Service to all The Knights of Columbus offers special benefits of membership. Among these are unique programs that exist exclusively for K of C families faced with needs that often fall outside traditional insurance plans. The Family Fraternal Benefits package, available to all our good-standing members and their families, adds value to membership in our organization. THE FAMILY FRATERNAL BENEFITS PACKAGE: Member/Spouse Accidental Death Benefits Guaranteed Life Insurance Benefits for Uninsurable Children Death Benefits Available for Stillborn/Miscarried Children Orphan Benefits Family Service Record/FORCASTER -- The Knights of Columbus is dedicated to uniting families in service to the Church, the Community and Fellowman.

11. Knights Of Columbus In Service to one. in Service to all The Knights of Columbus is ranked in the top 5% of all life insurance companies doing business in the North America based on total value of assets. One of the Highest Dividend Rates in the Industry. Our Portfolio includes whole life insurance, term insurance, long-term care, and annuities. The Knights of Columbus is Financially strong, and is rated in the top 2% of the insurance industry, based on net operating gain before the dividends. The Knights of Columbus is operated by brother Knights for brother Knights and their families. Ranked among the Fortune 1000 Companies for total revenues. FACTS ABOUT OUR INSURANCE PROGRAM Knights of Columbus Has Earned Highest Industry Honors 32 Yrs. Plus IMSA As of March 2007 Only 4 other companies have been awarded these same ratings: 1) KofC 2) Mass Mutual 3) US Gov: USAA 4) John Hancock (Manulife) 5) North Western Mutual 15 Yrs. AAA (Extremely Strong) “ K of C is successfully achieving its primary objective of providing members and their families with high-quality, low-cost insurance products.” -- Standard & Poor’s “ The rating of Knights of Columbus reflects the society’s very strong market presence in the Catholic community enhanced by its extensive distribution network, exceptionally strong capitalization, excellent persistency and consistently favorable earnings performance.” --A.M. Best A++ (Superior)

12. Knights Of Columbus In Service to one. in Service to all We put our more than $14 billion in assets in investment-grade bonds and the highest quality equities. We avoid high-risk investments, especially the complex products involving subprime mortgages, not because we don’t understand them, but because we do understand them and know the risks they entail.” Ethically Invested With a STRONG Moral Compass Cumulative figures show that during the past decade, the Knights of Columbus has donated nearly $1.28 billion to charity, and provided in excess of 612 million hours of volunteer service in support of charitable We Do not Invest in companies that support: Embryonic Stem Cell Research, Human Cloning, Pornography, Abortion, Contraception, or For Profit Health Care.

15. Knights Of Columbus In Service to one. in Service to all THE PRIMARY GOAL OF THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: “ To render financial aid to its members and the beneficiaries of members. ” — From the Knights of Columbus charter