Along with the officers, he is elected each year by the members. Any member who has attained the level of third degree knight is eligible to be a K of C officer in the council levels or higher. How high in office one goes is up to each knight. The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic, family, fraternal, service organization. It offers unlimited opportunities for its members and their families.
Knights share their time and talents in a vigorous program of service.
The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic family fraternal service organization with 1.6 million members. 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. As a member of the Holy Family Council, you and your family will have many additional opportunities to participate in. Youth Activities - Free Throw contest and Donations to youth sport teams.