The Mission of our Scholarship Fund
The Half Moon Bay Odd Fellows Scholarship Fund is based upon the conviction that an educated society is essential to a healthy democracy. The Half Moon Bay Odd Fellows Scholarship Fund, which has been in operation for over a decade, provides access to post-secondary education to members of our community who otherwise would not have the financial means to fulfill their educational goals.
The Odd Fellows see higher education as a catalyst, an agent of change for individuals, families, communities, and nations. We envision a community that recognizes the importance of educational attainment and assures positive educational outcomes are accessible to all regardless of economic circumstance. In our community, doors will not be closed to those who lack financial resources, and post-secondary education will be available to all with the potential to succeed.
Apply for a 2019 Odd Fellows Scholarship
APPLICATION DEADLINE IS APRIL 12, 2019
The Half Moon Bay Odd Fellows Lodge #143 is offering scholarships for students graduating in 2019.
To be eligible for consideration, you must be:
- a resident of the Coastside Community (Montara to Pescadero);
- a student planning to attend an accredited college or university for the 2018 – 2019 academic year, or;
- a student planning to enroll in a certified program at an accredited trade school for the 2019 – 2020 academic year.
December 8, 2018: Odd Fellows Holiday Gala
It was the party of the year, and was put on by Kris Beckman and Diane Burns Haussler with the help of many Odd Fellow volunteers. They really outdid all expectations and a wonderful time was had by nearly 80 members and guests.
From the Ground Up - Elevator Access to our Hall
The idea is a simple one; the process can be a bit more creative. Ocean View Lodge 143 is exploring the idea of installing an elevator in their beautiful historic building located on Main Street right in the center of town.
Briefly, who are the Odd Fellows?
The Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF) is an international fraternity that traces its roots back to 17th century England, where small groups of working-class people banded together, using some of their wages to create a common fund that they could turn to in times of sickness, loss of a job, or death. These altruistic groups became known as “odd fellows” since it was then considered odd or peculiar to find people organized for the purpose of giving aid to those in need and pursuing projects for the benefit of all mankind.
Odd Symbolism
The main symbol of the IOOF is the three chain links, sometimes with the letters F, L and T inside them, which stand for Friendship, Love, and Truth.
