KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
ST. JOSEPH THE WORKMAN COUNCIL 17689
The Knights of Columbus is the world’s largest Catholic fraternal service organization. Founded 130 years ago by the Venerable Father Michael McGivney at St. Mary’s parish in New Haven, CT, the Knights uphold four key principles as pillars of the order: Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism.
Today, the Order has grown to over 1.9 Million members, more than 55,000 here in the state of Florida. Our resources are utilized to support countless causes, programs, and parishes all over the world and most importantly in our local communities.
Knights are called to serve others and that is why our first principle is Charity – at home with our families and in our communities.
When Knights of Columbus members come together as one through their council and parish, they accomplish great things. Our charitable programs such as Coats for Kids, Food for Families, the Ultrasound Initiative, Global Wheelchair Mission, and Habitat for Humanity are just a few of the many charities we support in addition to those in our local communities.
The Knights of Columbus Council No. 17689 is pleased to announce our 2nd
Annual Ed Underwood scholarship award. Our hope is that these awards help recognize
our deserving local students and assist them financially in their academic pursuits. The
competition is open this year to any graduating senior from St. Rita Catholic Church
scheduled for graduation in May 2025.
