Benefits of Membership
Columbia Magazine - Free subscription to the Order’s
award-winning magazine examining issues of concern to
Knights, Catholics and families
Knights of Columbus rosary - Blessed by the supreme
chaplain, presented during the Admission Degree to each
new member
Daily
Mass of Remembrance at St. Mary’s Church - Mass for
deceased members and their wives at the birthplace of the
Order
Insurance - Access to a portfolio of top-quality life
insurance, long-term care and annuity products exclusive
for members and their families
Family Fraternal Benefit - For eligible families: a) pays
$1,500 for the child who dies before the age of 61 days;
b) pays $750 for the child who is stillborn at least 20
weeks after conception; c) offers guaranteed-issue
insurance - up to $5,000 - to any child under age 18
Orphan Benefit - $80 monthly allotment for orphans of
eligible families; up to $7,000 in college scholarships
available
Member/Spouse Fraternal Benefit - Accidental death
coverage for member and spouse at no cost
Widow
Benefits - a) continues to be covered under the
Member/Spouse Fraternal Benefit; b) may purchase life
insurance, long-term care insurance or annuities up to one
year after insured member’s death; c) receives a free
lifetime subscription to Columbia; d) eligible with her
children for scholarships, student loans, etc.
Scholarships - Scholarship programs for higher education
available to members, their spouses and children
Leadership Development - Opportunity to build personal
leadership skills, public speaking ability, organizational
skills, etc.
Fourth Degree - Eligibility to join the Patriotic Degree
Honorary Life Membership - At age 70 with 25 years of
membership
Membership Card - Entitles participation in all Catholic,
fraternal and social activities in member’s council and
also in over 15,000 councils throughout the world
Activities - participation in a variety of programs and
activities conducted by your council