Founded in 1882, Knights of Columbus renders financial aid to members and their families. It conducts educational, charitable, religious, social welfare, war relief and public relief works. The center offers life insurance, annuity and long-term care programs. Its other services include volunteering, charitable donations and scholarships. The center has members in the United States, Canada, the Philippines, Mexico, Poland, the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Panama, the Bahamas, the Virgin Islands, Cuba, Guatemala, Guam and Saipan.