Overview
If you are a leader in one of our third-degree councils or districts, or of a patriotic-degree assembly, this page is for you. From here you can find access to resources and information to help you succeed in your leadership role. Whether you are working to achieve Star Council, Star Assembly, or Star District, you can find what you need here.
Star Council Requirements in a Nutshell
To earn the Knights of Columbus Star Council Award, a local council must win the Father McGivney Award (6% membership growth, min 5 / max 15), the Founders’ Award (financial reviews or fraternal benefit events), and the Columbian Award (16 program credits), while submitting required administrative forms and meeting safe environment rules by June 30.
Core Award Requirements
- Father McGivney Award (Membership): Meet or exceed your council’s yearly membership growth quota of 6% (with a minimum of 5 and maximum of 15 net intake). Determined automatically by Supreme.
- Founders’ Award (Insurance/Benefits): Promote insurance and fraternal benefits either by having 10% of associate members complete individual financial reviews with a field agent (min 5, max 15) or by hosting qualifying Fraternal Benefit Events, then submitting Form #11077.
- Columbian Award (Programs): Earn 16 total Faith in Action program credits (4 in each category of Faith, Family, Community, and Life) or utilize featured programs, and submit Form SP-7 by June 30.
Required Submissions & Compliance
- Report of Officers Chosen for the Term (#185)
- Service Program Personnel Report (#365)
- Annual Survey of Fraternal Activity (#1728)
- Annual Audit (#1295)
- Safe Environment Compliance: Full compliance with background checks and training for applicable positions (US and Canada).
You can track your council’s progress or review official details directly through Knights of Columbus Officer Resources.
Star Assembly Requirements
The Knights of Columbus Star Assembly Award recognizes Fourth Degree assemblies that excel in patriotic programming, membership growth, and administrative reporting.
Core Requirements
- Fourth Degree Civic Award: Earn the Civic Award (Form #2321).
- To Be A Patriot Competition: Enter the “To Be A Patriot” patriotic program competition (Form TBP-1 / TBP-2).
- Membership Goal: Meet the assembly’s new member quota (typically 6% to 7% net growth, depending on the current fraternal year guidelines).
- Newsletter/Bulletin: Publish a regular monthly or periodic assembly newsletter or bulletin for members (some jurisdictions require a specific count, such as 6 issues annually sent to the Vice Supreme Master).
Required Form Submissions & Deadlines
- Report of Officers Chosen (Form #186): Due July 1
- Annual Assembly Audit Report (Form #1315): Due August 1
- Annual Survey of Fraternal Activity (Form #1728): Due January 31
- To Be A Patriot Award Entry: Due April 30
- Civic Award Application (Form #2321): Due June 30
You can access and submit these forms via the Knights of Columbus Assembly Forms portal.
Star District Requirements
Grand Knights, your District Deputy has his own requirements to meet!
To earn the Star District Award as a Knights of Columbus District Deputy, a district must meet the following core requirements:
- Membership Goal: Achieve 70% of the assigned district membership goal.
- Founder’s Award: Have at least 50% of the councils in the district earn the Founder’s Award
- Star Council Award: Have at least one Star Council (or specific regional counts, e.g., two Star Councils depending on exact Supreme/State guidelines) within the district.
- District Reports & Semiannual Filings: Timely submission of required district-level administrative forms, such as the District Deputy Semiannual Reports (Form 944A / Form 944B) and adherence to safe environment and state guidelines.
You can review complete administrative guidelines and forms via the Knights of Columbus Official Website or check local targets through the Texas State Council Knights of Columbus.