Programs

FY2025-2026 Intellectual Disabilities Campaign
14Oct By Chris KariganNo Comments
Life

FY2025-2026 Intellectual Disabilities Campaign

FY 2025-2026 Milestone Dates October 11-13, 2025 I. D. Campaign Weekend December 16, 2025Send your check for 20% Net Income from the total collected to the State Treasurer on or before this date along with the New Deposit Voucher (Form No. 1) with a copy to the State I. D. Campaign Chairman. Distribute the remaining 80% to your local I.D. organization. March 1, 2026Deadline for requests to the State Council I. D. Foundation from endorsing Councils from for funding support for capital equipment and/or vans/buses and events supporting Intellectual Disabilities (such as Special Olympics).   Requests should be sent to the State I. D. Campaign Chairman and your District Deputy (Organization Request Form).  Requests must be to support 501c3 organizations.  Capital Expenditure requests must be ...
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February 2025 – May 2025 Families of the Month
14Jul By Chris KariganNo Comments
Family of the Month

February 2025 – May 2025 Families of the Month

Worthy Grand Knights and Family Directors, Congratulations to each 'Family of the Month' for February 2025 through May 2025: February 2025 - Jeremy S. Adams Family (Council 10354)March 2025 - Robin Lemaster Family (Council 11672)April 2025 - Matthew Schroeder Family (Council 4083)Mary 2025 - Teresa Warner Family (Council 11480) Always exciting to identify deserving families within the great state of Alabama.   This program is your opportunity to support your membership and possibly receive Supreme level recognition.   Thanks again and you can always catch up on missed months, but you must submit by the 15th of the following month to be entered into the drawing for the Alabama 'Family of the Month'.  Get it submitted via Form 10784! Michael E, Weist, FDM, F...
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“Pass the Hat” and Support ASAP
5Apr By Chris KariganNo Comments
Life, News

“Pass the Hat” and Support ASAP

Supreme is initiating a 'PASS the HAT' Incentive designed to support our local 'Aid and Support After Pregnancy' (ASAP) programs.  Pass the Hat officially begins 1 April and runs through 31 May 2025 so you have time - You might even start now. This is a 'Life' based 'Faith in Action Program' and can support your SP-7 development. PROCESS - Collect personal and council donations, present a check to the State Council and rack up 2 quick points for your SP-7 (ASAP - Life - Faith in Action). All councils that participate can report as a Features Program and help a new mother along the way. ASAP grant applications for “pass the hat” contributions are not allowed under the State's 'PASS the ...
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January 2025 Family of the Month
17Mar By Chris KariganNo Comments
Family of the Month

January 2025 Family of the Month

Worthy Grand Knights and Family Directors, Congratulations to the Steven Huffman family, Council 3568, Gadsden as the Alabama State 'Family of the Month' for January 2025.  Always exciting to identify deserving families within the great state of Alabama.   As a state we have stayed above 10 submissions monthly, thank you for that.  This program is your opportunity to support your membership and possibly receive Supreme level recognition.   Thanks again and you can always catch up on missed months, but you must submit by the 15th of the following month to be entered into the drawing for the Alabama 'Family of the Month'.  Get it submitted via Form 10784! Michael E, Weist, FDM, FDD, PGK, PFNProgram Director - Alabama State Council256-684-1214 kofcmweist@gmail.c...
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North Alabama Seminarian’s Dinner
29Jan By Chris KariganNo Comments
Community, Faith, News

North Alabama Seminarian’s Dinner

The North Alabama Knights of Columbus are excited to announce the 2025 1st Annual Seminarian Dinner! Who will be there? All Diocesan seminarians and (barring unforeseen circumstances) Bishop Raica will be in attendance! This will be a seated dinner with bar and appetizers. There will be a guest speaker, entertainment, and raffle items. When: June 6, 2025Where: Holy Spirit Parish Life CenterWhy: To raise awareness and funds for vocations. All proceeds will go directly to the Seminarian Fund. Tickets for the general public will go on sale Mar 1 for $125 per person. There will be introductions of all of our Seminarians, as well as games to better know our future Priests. Plans include a photographer and music, as well as 8-10 raffle items. All proceeds will pass through Holy S...
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AL State Free Throw Competition
22Jan By Chris KariganNo Comments
Community

AL State Free Throw Competition

We are excited to announce the details for our annual Knights of Columbus Basketball Freethrow Contest. This event is a cherished tradition that brings together our community and showcases the skills and sportsmanship of our young participants. Purpose: The Freethrow Contest is designed to provide an engaging and competitive environment for our youth, promoting physical fitness, teamwork, and the values upheld by the Knights of Columbus. Dates: The state competition will be held on March 15, 2025 at Montgomery Catholic High gym. Local Competitions need to be held in January 2025 and District in February 2025. Background: The Knights of Columbus Basketball Freethrow Contest has been a longstanding tradition, celebrating the talents of boys and girls ages 9 to 14 since 1972. Partic...
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Alabama Special Olympics Meeting and Awards Luncheon
4Dec By Chris KariganNo Comments
Life, News

Alabama Special Olympics Meeting and Awards Luncheon

On November 6th, Jerry Brecher, State Special Olympic Chairman and State Deputy Bill Mores attended the Alabama Special Olympics Meeting and Awards Luncheon where they were recognized as the 2024 Outstanding Organization.  This award recognizes all the man-hours and financial support that councils from all around Alabama give to this wonderful organization.  Thank you councils for all you do to support the Special Olympics!   A special thank you to Jerry Brecher, our State Special Olympic Chairman, for many years of involvement with this organization and keeping us informed as to how we can support them. From Left to Right:Dr Robert Bushong - Special Olympic Executive Dir, Jerry Brecher -State Special Olympic Chairman, Jane Cameron, Bill Mores - AL SD
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