OUR MISSION

The members of the Order of the Eastern Star are dedicated women and men who sincerely Reflect the spirit of fraternal love and the desire to work together by giving of their time to Meaningful projects that benefit our local communities, states, and mankind in general.

The OES mission is to make a positive difference in the world with charitable works, lasting Friendships and loving kindness to all mankind.

OUR VALUES

Members of the Order of the Eastern Star strive to live our lives by the enduring beliefs of Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth, along with certain core values:

  • Friendship

    We are the largest fraternal organization in the world to which both women and men can belong. With Chapters in almost all 50 states and in 27 countries around the world, members can go anywhere and know that they can find friends and a helpful hand when they’re in need.

  • Community Service

    We encourage our members not only to help one another, but also to reach out to their communities. Members are active in many community-based projects for those requiring assistance.

  • Diversity

    The members of our Order reflect the social, cultural, educational, ethnic, and religious diversity of the community around them. We value each other’s strengths and opinions.

  • Charity

    As an organization, we raise funds to aid our members in need and to make a difference in our communities with research funds and scholarships for students regardless of age or membership status, as well as other charities. We fund and operate a Senior Living Community for our older members who belong to California Chapters. And we were the first statewide non-profit sponsor of the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life.

  • Patriotism

    We encourage our members to value their citizenship and to honor the Flag of their country. We support our servicemen and women overseas through our We Care program, sending packages to our troops overseas to lighten the burden of their deployment.

OUR GOALS

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Mutual Respect

To demonstrate mutual respect for each other, while recognizing the strengths and diversities of our members
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Service

To make the name of Eastern Star synonymous with service to our communities and service and assistance to our members.
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Membership

To engage and revitalize our existing membership and appeal to prospective members through creative programs and activities.