One of the main principles of the Order of Eastern Star is to be charitable. Each of our chapters plans a variety of service projects and community outreach in their calendar each year. Below is an outline of what we are working on for the 2026-2027 Living the Dream Grand Chapter year.
Adah: North Dakota Veteran's Home in Lisbon, ND
The North Dakota Veterans Home is a living tribute to North Dakota veterans and the spouses, treating them with the utmost respect and dignity. With dedicated, compassionate staff, engaging social activities, a variety of amenities and skilled nursing services, the North Dakota Veterans Home is committed to creating a safe, enriching environment designed to feel like home. North Dakota Veterans Home
Ruth: Great Plains Food Bank
The Great Plains Food Bank has a mission to end hunger together and a vision of making sure neighbors are nourished, communities are strong and systems ensure no one is left behind. They design with their neighbors and partners to source nutritious food and ensure food safety throughout the storage and distribution to partner agencies and neighbors. Great Plains Food Bank
Esther: Shriners Children's
Shriners Children's is committed to reaching as many children as possible, wherever they may live and offering them unique, patient-centered wraparound care for a range of orthopedic conditions. They are always there for patients, regardless of a family's ability to pay or insurance status. Shriners Children's
Martha: Service Dogs
North Dakota Order of Eastern Star donates to Service Dogs for America located in Jud, ND. Service Dogs for America has a vision to be part of a society in which individuals with disabilities are fully able to participate in social, educational and occupational opportunities, it is the only accredited nonprofit provider of service dogs in North Dakota. Service Dogs for America
Electa: Rite Care - Scottish Rite Language Center
The Rite Care- Scottish Rite Language Center has a mission to help children have the best foot forward when starting their academic careers by treating children who have been affected with speech or communication disorders to ensure the brightest future possible. All treatment costs, however long are entirely free to the patient and their family. Rite Care-Scottish Rite Language Center