Who We Are? What Is The DeMolay Fraternity?
DeMolay is the largest youth fraternity in the world. The Order
of DeMolay was started over 80 years ago in Kansas City, Missouri. DeMolay is a
character building organization for young men who are 12 to 21 years of age. In
over 700 chapters throughout the United States, these young men have the
opportunity to develop management, leadership and social skills as they
participate in community projects, sports, and other educational programs.
DeMolay provides young men the opportunity to practice leadership
techniques and the real world application of the same through its chapter
activities. The organization assists young men in growing into responsible
adults with good moral character while providing them a place to go, have fun,
companionship, be accepted by peers and develop solid values. DeMolay is not
only teaching young people about the working tools of life, it is serving as the
cornerstone of our next generation.
More than two million young men have been members of DeMolay. Alumni
members include John Wayne, Pete Rose, Walt Disney, Dan Rather, Willard Scott,
Burl Ives, Walter Cronkite and countless others. DeMolay's alumni are
distinguished leaders including many U.S. senators, state governors, U.S.
astronauts, professional athletes, and major U.S. corporation presidents.
DeMolay is dedicated to providing a safe environment in an organization for
young men who govern and direct their own activities under the "advisorship" of
adults. The organization develops leadership skills and character building in
the young men who work within the organization. It helps members to develop
civic awareness and responsibility.
(From the So. California Jurisdiction Order of DeMolay)
(From the So. California Jurisdiction Order of DeMolay)