Our lodge is a non-profit organization that has been rather "quiet" for many years, and we have taken the initiative to revive our lodge and re-invest in the community.  We currently have over 150 members in our lodge.  The purpose of our lodge is to provide an environment for members (policy holders) to connect with each other and to make a positive impact in the community.  Lodge members volunteer their time and talent to service projects that benefit others.  Lodges are also about having fun.  Members take time to enjoy special dinners, recreational activies and social outings.  Each lodge around the country determines annual projects that fit the concerns of its members and the needs of the local community, such as providing schools with Fire Safety books during Fire Safety Month, bike give-a-ways to youth, monetory donations to area organizations, sending coupons to military bases, etc.