The Knights of Columbus has grown from several members in one council to more than 13,000 councils and 1.7 million members throughout the United States, Canada, the Philippines, Mexico, Poland, the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Panama, the Bahamas, the Virgin Islands, Guatemala, Guam and Saipan. The K of C is the world’s largest lay Catholic membership organization. It provides members and their families with volunteer opportunities in service to the Catholic Church, their communities, families and young people.
As a member of the Knights of Columbus you and your family enjoy many benefits, including 12 free issues annually of the Columbia magazine, the world's largest Catholic family magazine, eligibility to join the Knights of Columbus top-ranked life insurance program, and many more family and personal benefits
Membership in the Knights of Columbus is open to all practicing Catholic men in union with the Holy See, who are at least 18 years of age. A practicing Catholic is one who lives up to the Commandments of God and the precepts of the Church. Applications (form 100) are available from any member of the Knights of Columbus or click here to be contacted.
