About Membership

Catholic men — especially Catholic fathers — face a lot of challenges in today’s world. You don't have to go it alone. Join a brotherhood of men who will help you become a better husband, father, Catholic and man.

Men on a Mission

We like to say, “Where there’s a need, there’s a Knight.” As a member of the Knights of Columbus, you can grow in faith, serve your family and help your community alongside other Catholic men. Our members get:

Opportunities to put their faith into action through flagship programs.

The chance to be boots on the ground for those in need.

A support system of like-minded Catholic men.

Encouragement and accountability to grow in faith and lead your family.

Exclusive access to our portfolio of insurance and annuity products.

Fraternal benefits to help protect your family financially.

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Local Councils

The Local Experience

Each local council is unique. Run by your fellow parishioners, local councils put their faith into action and assist those in need. In addition to time spent on faith formation, councils may help fundraise for their parish or community causes, as well as help others through local or Knights of Columbus programs. Although some events are only for members, many are open to families and the entire community.

There is no required time commitment to be a Knight. Being a Knight is someone you are, not just something you do. Your local council is there to support you as a Catholic man, husband and father who puts his family first. Whatever time you can give to your council is enough.

Councils are the basic unit of our organization’s structure. Learn more about how local councils fit into our international brotherhood.

Our Structure

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Online Membership

The Online Experience

Online membership is a great option if you don’t have a local council nearby or are unable to participate in one. Online members enjoy all the benefits of Knights of Columbus membership, including access to:

Catholic Information Service, our publishing house of faith formation resources
Member webinars
Free subscription to Columbia magazine
Our member-exclusive insurance portfolio and other financial benefits to help protect your family

We engage with our online members primarily through email, but you’ll also receive a welcome packet in the mail when you sign up. Plus, your first year of membership is free with the code BLESSEDMCGIVNEY.

Online membership is only available in the U.S. and Canada.

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Programs

Put Your Faith into Action

Join Catholic men across the globe who put their faith into action with programs that serve families, parishes and local communities. Our programs are divided into four categories:

Faith – Boldly share our Catholic faith and grow in your own understanding of it.
Family – Encourage strong family life in your parish and community while serving families in need.
Community – Meet your community’s needs and serve as witnesses of God’s love for all.
Life – Uphold the dignity and value of every human life, especially the vulnerable and neglected.

Councils can participate in our established programs or create their own that cater to the unique needs of their communities.

Our Programs

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Member Benefits

What's In It for You?

Knights of Columbus members enjoy a host of benefits that help them grow in faith and protect their families financially. To name a few:

A free subscription to Columbia magazine
Access to our Catholic Information Service faith resources
Leadership development opportunities
Access to our portfolio of life insurance and annuity products
Widow benefits for a surviving spouse

There are even more benefits for insured members, such as guaranteed-issue insurability for your children under age 18.*

Visit our member benefits page to learn more.

Member Benefits

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Why Become a Knight?

Put Your Faith into Action

Opportunities to serve those in need, build up your community and share the faith through Knights of Columbus programs.

Programs

Grow in Faith

Deepen your faith through our monthly challenges and faith resources.

Faith Formation

Member Benefits

Take advantage of the variety of benefits for members and their families.

Member Benefits

Become a Knight

Join a global brotherhood that will help you grow in your faith and serve your community.

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