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General Grand Chapter · Order of the Eastern Star

Discover the Order

Friendship with a shared purpose.

The Order of the Eastern Star brings women and men together through fellowship, charitable work, and a commitment to loving kindness.

Eastern Star members at a food bank

Our mission

A positive difference, together.

To make a positive difference in the world with charitable works, lasting friendships and loving kindness to all mankind.

In local chapters, members build lasting relationships and give their time to projects that benefit others. The Order’s lessons draw on scriptural examples and moral principles.

Eastern Star members volunteering in their community

What connects us

Values we put into practice.

Friendship

Build dependable relationships grounded in trust, honesty, and loyalty.

Charity

Give time, resources, and personal care to causes that help others.

Kindness

Bring respect and compassion to our chapters and the communities we serve.

How the Order is organized

Local connection. Worldwide fellowship.

The General Grand Chapter was organized by delegates of independent Grand Chapters on November 15–16, 1876. Its international office is in Washington, DC.

Grand Chapters oversee local chapters within their jurisdictions. Some chapters are directly under the General Grand Chapter. Independent Grand Chapters have their own governance and can be found in a separate directory.

Begin with a conversation.

Your local chapter can help you learn about fellowship, service, and the membership process.

How to join
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