What We do...
The Order of the Eastern Star supports a vast number of charities at the local state and national levels. Some projects supported by chapters and members are:
The Order of the Eastern Star actively supports the following youth groups:
- College Scholarships
- Cancer Research and Support Groups
- Heart Research
- Local Food Banks
- Children's Programs
- Special Olympics
- ESTARL (Eastern Star Training Awards for Religious Leadership)
- Visiting Shut-ins and Nursing Home Residents
- Assistance to Families in Need
- Public School Tutorial Programs
- Adult Literacy Programs
- Scottish Rite Clinics for Childhood Language Disorders
- Hospice
- Domestic Violence Programs and Women's Shelters
- Fire, Police, and EMS Department Support
- Shrine Hospitals for Children
The Order of the Eastern Star actively supports the following youth groups:
- The International Order of the Rainbow for Girls whose purpose is to assist young women in cultivating social virtues and developing a sense of charitable responsibility. Membership is open to young women ages 11-20.
- International Order of Job's Daughters which prepares young women for business, civic, religious, fraternal, and social activities. Membership is open to Masonically affiliated young women ages 11-20.
- DeMolay International is dedicated to guiding young men to lives dedicated to service, good character, and leadership. Young men ages 12-21 are eligible for membership.