The Grand Chapter of Washington
Order of the Eastern Star

Life Memberships

A life membership in the Grand Chapter of Washington relieves you from the payment of dues and provides income for your Chapter during your lifetime and beyond.  It might be more accurate to call it an "eternal membership"!

Application Form for   Life Membership

How much does a life membership cost?

Grand Chapter purchase prices are as follows:

Age 18 to 35 (inclusive) $400
Age 36 to 45 (inclusive) $350
Age 46 to 55 (inclusive) $250
Age 56 to 65 (inclusive) $200
Age 66 and over $150
Deceased member memorial $150

Your Chapter may elect to set higher prices than those listed.  You may also choose to donate additional funds, if you wish.

How do I purchase a life membership?

See your Chapter Secretary for purchase information.  You must be a member in good standing at the time of your purchase.

How does a life membership work?

The funds from your purchase are invested by the Grand Chapter, and the income from these investments is returned as an annuity to your Chapter.  Each Chapter receives an amount proportionate to the amount that all of its members, living and deceased, have paid in.

Does my life membership apply to both of my Chapters?

No.  You must continue to pay dues in your other Chapter, or purchase separate life memberships in each one.

You can transfer your life membership from one dual Chapter to another by making a written request to the Grand Secretary.

What if I demit from my Chapter and affiliate with a new Chapter?

Your life membership will be transferred to the new Chapter after the Grand Secretary receives notice of your affiliation.

What if I move out of state?

If you leave this Grand Jurisdiction, your life membership will continue to pay out to your last Chapter, whether you remain a member or demit.

  This page last updated: September 08, 2008