Programs

Educational Foundation provides low-interest student loans and scholarships. The Education Foundation of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows began on September 20, 1927. The purpose of the foundation is to operate a Revolving Loan Fund for students and is supported by donations to a trust. Low interest rate loans are made for two or four year programs at an accredited college or university and for study at any recognized trade school after completion of high school.

Living Legacy Program focuses on planting trees and enhancing the environment. The Living Legacy Program was instituted in 1989 with the goal of planting trees to beautify the environment and improve our ecology. "Plant a tree for those who come after me". Many lodges have participated with their city Parks or Recreation Departments of School districts to plant trees in many areas where shade and environmental improvements would be appreciated. Often Lodges plant trees in honor of members who have passed away.

Arthritis Advisory Board works in donating over $500,000 annually to support research by the Arthritis Foundation (USA) and Arthritis Society (Canada). The funds aid in research to find the cause, ways to prevent, and treatment methods to fight this painful and crippling disease.

SOS Children’s Village provides a caring home for orphaned children in 132 countries around the world. Several years ago, recognizing a need to care for orphaned, abandoned, neglected, and abused children, a non-governmental child welfare organization was formed, which is now known as the SOS Children’s Villages. They serve all children in need regardless of race, nationality, or creed. Every child is assured of the love and support of a surrogate parent with brothers and sisters, the opportunity to live in a permanent house, and the positive experience of being part of a larger village community. This prepares them to take their rightful place in society as happy, responsible, and productive adults. 

Annual Patriotic Pilgrimages to the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National Cemetery, USA, Canadian War Memorial and others. The Department of the Army and the Official Custodian of Arlington National Cemetery have granted the first Sunday of May each year so that members of the Independent Order of Odd Fellow and Rebekahs can pay tribute and homage to fallen heroes who sacrificed their lives in defense of our country. Members of the Order place wreaths at the tombs of the Unknown Soldiers in Arlington County, Virginia at Arlington National Cemetery.