About 

The Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF) is a fraternal organization founded in 1819. Its mission is to improve and elevate the character of mankind. IOOF members are dedicated to friendship, love, truth, faith, hope, charity, and universal justice. They also strive to help make the world a better place by aiding each other, the community, and the less fortunate.

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The command of the IOOF is to”visit the sick, relieve the distressed, bury the dead and educate the orphan.” Specifically, IOOF today are dedicated to the following purposes:

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• To improve and elevate the character of mankind by promoting the principles of friendship, love, truth, faith, hope, charity and universal justice.

• To help make the world a better place to live by aiding each other, the community, the less fortunate, the youth, the elderly, the environment and the community in every way possible.

• To promote good will and harmony amongst peoples and nations through the principle of universal fraternity, holding the belief that all men and women regardless of race, nationality, religion, social status, gender, rank and station are brothers and sisters.

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IOOF lodges provide a place for fellowship, discussion, networking, and collaboration on creative and constructive projects. They also offer an international social network of members in 30 countries.