Giving Back
Member Spotlight
Francis E. Pipak, Jr., Esquire
For many, skiing is a hobby or a winter escape. For Francis E. Pipak, Jr., Esq., it has been a lifelong passion—one that has now spanned an incredible 50 years as a professional ski instructor. A member of Branch 199…
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Volunteer Spotlight – Rosemary Heald, Andy and Marilyn Prox
Rosemary Heald, former National Auditor, together with Andy Prox (Branch Auditor) and Marilyn Prox of Branch 764 in Warren, Ohio, faithfully serve at St. Teresa of Calcutta Parish at St. Mary Church. Rooted in faith and heritage, they support parish…
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Volunteer Spotlight – Margaret Remenar
What began as a commitment to serve at the Elsie Baby Pantry has grown into something much larger for Margaret Remenar (Branch 721, Bannister, MI). While she dedicates about 12 hours each month to the pantry, she is quick to…
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Branch 746 Bakes and Donates
Branch 746 members volunteer for Easter Baking Fundraiser On Saturday, March 21, 2026, members of Branch 746 generously volunteered their time and talents for the Fraternalism in Action Easter koláče baking fundraiser for Holy Family Church in Linden, NJ. Throughout…
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Branch 855 Supports Local Down Syndrome Program
Branch 855 officers Barbara Sutila, Ann Sutila and Karen Habian welcomed guests Christie and Tony Anzalone along with their son, Rocco to their semi-annual meeting. Members enjoyed a luncheon at Santo’s Restaurant and listened to a presentation by Tony and…
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Branch 670 Donates to local Food Bank
Branch 670 collected food for St. Andrew Parish Food Bank at their bowling event. Among the donated items were beans, canned goods, baby food, peanut butter and paper towels. They hope the donation will help their neighbors and give real…
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District 4 Food Drive
Living their commitment to Fraternalism in Action, District 4 members took donations to their first semi-annual meeting of the year. Continuing their tradition of giving back to the community, donations will be given to St. John the Apostle Food Pantry.
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Branch 24 Collects Coats and Toiletries for the Homeless
Branch 24 members showed their generosity by collecting new and gently used coats, hats, gloves, socks and shoes and new toiletries for the Cleveland Kindness Collection’s “Street Support Drive”. This local charity provides direct assistance to the homeless in the…
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Bishop Larry J. Kulick
When you speak with Bishop Kulick, it doesn’t take long to recognize what fuels him. Woven through every story is something personal, an unmistakable enthusiasm for heritage, history, and the people and traditions that shaped him. A native of Leechburg,…
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Karen Habian’s Grand Greek Adventure
A Leap of Faith Across the Aegean: Karen Habian’s Grand Greek Adventure At 66 years old, Karen Habian of North Royalton, Ohio did something she had never done before—she traveled internationally. For someone who had never left the country, the…
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Branch 24 and 855 Join Forces
Branches 24 and 855 collaborated during their joint “CLE Sports Watch Party” to answer the call to Fraternalism in Action. Their combined effort resulted in more than two wagon loads of nonperishable food collected for Faith Food Pantry & Clothing…
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Branch 587 CARE Closet Donation
Members of Branch 587 (Aliquippa, PA) donated to underprivileged students at Ringgold Middle School in Monongahela, through the school’s CARE Closet. Members purchased and collected clothing, personal hygiene and school supplies. Students are able to shop the Care Closet for…
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