Ohio Order of the Eastern Star
Find your people.
Make a
difference.
Good friends. Shared values. A chance to give back. Discover a community of women and men making life a little brighter, together.
There’s room for you here.Rooted in Ohio.
A family by choice
Ordinary people.
Extraordinary caring.
We’re your neighbors, your friends, and people you haven’t met yet.
The Order of the Eastern Star brings women and men together through shared values, meaningful service, and friendships that span generations. Across Ohio, we show up for our communities and for each other.
We come from different backgrounds and walks of life. We are people of faith, united in our belief in a supreme being and guided by charity, truth, and loving kindness.
Our mission is simple: to make a positive difference in the world with charitable works, lasting friendships, and loving kindness to all.
Get to know Eastern StarThere’s more to discover
A little of your time.
A whole lot of belonging.
Find the part of Eastern Star that speaks to you, from a helping hand to a friendship for life.
Love in action
Small acts.
Lasting good.
We walk for a cause, lend a hand, raise funds, and show up when someone needs a friend. Together, our chapters turn compassion into action close to home.
“Why” on Wednesday · Member spotlight
A friend wherever you go.
For Melissa Holmes, Eastern Star means fellowship, caring, and the joy of serving others. Those connections have kept her involved since joining in 2009.
Melissa HolmesMt. Healthy Chapter #365 · 2027 Associate Grand Matron
Read Melissa’s storyFrom around Ohio
Good things happen together.
A friend wherever you go
For Melissa Holmes, the fellowship and loving kindness of Eastern Star are what keep her coming back.
Every step makes a difference
Ohio members gave more than $10,000 to service dog initiatives, with a summer picnic adding fellowship to the cause.
A little creativity. A lot of connection.
Fabric pumpkins and familiar faces brought a little autumn joy to residents at Browning Masonic Community.