Moose Cruises - Fraternalism & Charity on the Seas

10/31/2026

Don’t forget!

10/29/2026

❤️ EVERY MOOSE MEMBER NEEDS TO WATCH THIS 10-MINUTE VIDEO!

If you have ever wondered what your Moose membership REALLY means, this video will touch your heart and remind you why our fraternity exists.

Mooseheart is far more than a school. It is a place where children facing life’s greatest challenges find love, stability, opportunity, and a family that believes in them.

❤️ You’ll meet Gary, who arrived at Mooseheart as a troubled young boy after losing his father and today serves as its Executive Director.

❤️ You’ll hear from graduates who returned to Mooseheart to give other children the same love and guidance they received.

❤️ You’ll discover how dedicated teachers, caregivers, and mentors transform young lives and prepare children for meaningful futures.

And you’ll see how NASCAR driver Ross Chastain helps bring joy and unforgettable experiences to these deserving young people.

THIS is the power of the Moose!

Across more than 1,300 communities, our fraternity is about something much bigger than social quarters, entertainment, and fellowship.

We are a fraternity of human beings helping human beings. We change lives. We create opportunities. We give children hope.

Mooseheart’s motto says it beautifully:

🎓 “Enter to Learn, Leave to Serve.”

I challenge EVERY Moose member to invest just 10 minutes watching this remarkable video. Then share it with another member, a friend, or someone who doesn’t yet understand our mission.

When you truly understand Mooseheart, you begin to understand the incredible privilege and PURPOSE of being a Moose member.

🎥 WATCH HERE: https://youtu.be/U4b6FOfaeHg

🫎 Be Proud. Be Inspired. Be Moose!

What if one place could change the course of a child's life? For ...

10/15/2026

Official Communication for October 14, 2026

Heart of the Community Project for Convention 2027 in Orlando, FL Announced

The Heart of the Community project at the International Moose Convention in 2027 will benefit Give Kids the World Village in Orlando.

Check them out: https://www.gktw.org

Rated Four Stars by Charity Navigator, Give Kids The World Village is an 89-acre, whimsical nonprofit resort in Kissimmee, Florida, that provides weeklong, cost-free wish vacations to children with critical illnesses and their families from around the world.

Moose International will take about 100 members and donate about two hours of our time to Give Kids the World on Monday, July 5th from 12:00n – 2:00pm. Members interested in participating can sign-up at the Heart of the Community booth starting Wednesday, June 30th.

The Fraternity will also be donating 7,000 Tommy Moose plush dolls to Give Kids the World as well.

If your lodge would like to donate a dozen Tommy Moose plush dolls for this this great event, please call catalog sales at 630-966-2250 and order them.

Please make sure you tell them this is for the Give Kids the World project. We will ship them directly to Give Kids the World, so please do not order them and ship them to your lodge or bring them to convention! The Tommy Moose dolls will cost $95.00 a dozen. This will include the shipping cost to them."

I can't wait to see every child in the Village with their own Tommy Moose plush doll! How cool would that be?!!!

Check them out: https://www.gktw.org

10/11/2026

WHO DO YOU KNOW BECAUSE OF THE MOOSE?

Stop for a moment and think about that question. Seriously. Think about the people in your life today whom you might never have met if you had not joined the Moose.

The friend who makes you laugh.
The person who checks in to see how you are doing.
The people who celebrate your birthday, share a meal with you, lend a helping hand, or stand beside you when life gets difficult.

You met them because of the Moose.

In a world where we can have hundreds of online friends but still struggle to find meaningful connections, our lodges have something incredibly powerful to offer: REAL HUMAN CONNECTION.

We bring people together. We build friendships. We celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, retirements, and life’s milestones. We support one another through difficult times. And when we work together, we make a difference in the lives of children, seniors, families, and our communities.

That is the power of the Moose. It is so much more than a building, a membership card, or a calendar of events.

IT’S ABOUT PEOPLE. IT’S ABOUT PURPOSE. IT’S ABOUT WHAT WE DO FOR EACH OTHER.

And here’s the part we must never forget: those connections don’t happen by accident. They happen when we show up, welcome someone new, invite a friend, get involved, volunteer, and take the time to care about the people around us.

Imagine what our lodges could become if every member made it their mission to help one more person feel welcome, one more member feel appreciated, and one more friend discover the joy of belonging.

So, I want to ask you again:

WHO DO YOU KNOW BECAUSE OF THE MOOSE?

Tag that person. Tell them what their friendship means to you. Share your story. Let others see the difference that belonging to the Moose has made in your life.

And if you haven’t been active lately, this is your invitation. Come back. Get involved. Meet someone new. Be the reason another person discovers a friendship that lasts a lifetime.

Because the greatest measure of our organization isn’t simply how many members we have. It’s how many lives we touch, how many friendships we build, and how much good we do for one another.

MEET ME AT THE MOOSE!

Where strangers become friends, friends become family, and good people come together to do good things for others.

10/11/2026

Get Involved. Experience the Power of Connection.

The next time you walk into your lodge, look around.

Is there someone you have not spoken with before? Introduce yourself.

Is there a member whose birthday is coming up? Help make that person feel special.

Is there a member who has been absent lately? Reach out and invite them back.

Is there a holiday, milestone, or personal achievement worth celebrating? Help make it happen.

And if your lodge needs someone to organize the next event, consider raising your hand.

Do not wait for someone else to create the friendships, traditions, and experiences you want your lodge to offer. You can be part of making them happen.

We joined a fraternal organization to be part of something bigger than ourselves. We have the opportunity to make that membership more meaningful by investing in the people beside us.

Because years from now, members may not remember every meeting, every menu, or every event on the calendar.

But they will remember the friend who welcomed them, the people who celebrated their birthday, the laughter they shared, and the lodge family that stood beside them.

The power of the Moose is not found only in what we do. It is found in the people we bring together and the lives we touch along the way.

So, ask yourself one more question:

What can you do this month to help someone feel more connected to your lodge?

Get involved. Celebrate life. Build friendships. Create memories.

MEET ME AT THE MOOSE — where friendship finds a home and human connection becomes a way of life.

10/04/2026

Have you ever joined Jim and Lisa on one of their Moose Fundraiser cruises? August's Alaska cruise raised over $40,000 for Moose Charities! Here are some pictures of the fun we had! Pre-cruise get together, Roper Romp, PJ Party, friends from across the country and the breathtaking views of Alaska. Plus we got to visit with our Moose Family in Ketchikan, Sitka and Juneau! Come join us on the next one! You can find the flyers for upcoming cruises in the link below.

https://atfuic4d.forms.app/cruise-booking-form

10/04/2026

People do not volunteer out of sterile obligation. They give their time because human beings are wired to seek significance. We crave the knowledge that our presence on this earth left a corner of our town a little warmer, a struggling child a little more secure, an abandoned animal a little safer.

In an increasingly isolated, digital world, genuine human-to-human connection is hard to come by and working side by side with kind, like-minded people toward something that outlasts all of us is the most powerful antidote to cynicism there is. When hands are busy serving together, barriers dissolve. Strangers become lifelong friends not because they share the same opinions, but because they share the same heart.

Our lodge has this amazing building, the membership, and the collective strength.
But the bridge between a good intention and real community impact begins with a single question:
What would you like from your lodge to connect you to a volunteer event that matters to you?

Do you have a 501(c)(3) organization close to your heart that needs a venue, a work crew, or a collective push?

Tell us what moves you. Our volunteer list is waiting for your name, your passion, and your hands. When good people unite around a shared cause, great things don't just happen, they change our community forever.

09/22/2026

YOU ARE A MEMBER, NOT A CUSTOMER

When you walk into our Lodge, you aren’t entering a commercial bar or a private business. You are stepping into a not-for-profit fraternal family.

Being a great member doesn’t happen by accident—it takes education and shared purpose. Here are 10 core truths every Moose member needs to know:

1. We are a not-for-profit, not a business. There are no outside investors or corporate owners. We operate strictly for our members and our shared mission.

2. Members are our sole source of revenue. Every light kept on, every community project funded, and every upgrade made comes entirely from member dues, volunteer hours, and support.

3. We hold a unique fraternal liquor license. Our license is a special non-profit privilege reserved strictly for members and qualified guests—never the general public.

4. The Social Quarters is a membership benefit, not a right. Access to our social quarters is a privilege. Maintaining respect and decorum protects that benefit for everyone; poor behavior will result in its loss.

5. We champion two vital 501(c)(3) charities. Your membership actively provides a nurturing home and education for children at Mooseheart and a secure, dignified retirement for seniors at Moosehaven.

6. Nobody "owns" the Lodge—it is run by member leadership. Our Lodge is governed collectively by 23 dedicated positions: 9 elected officers, 3 appointed officers, and 11 standing committees.

7. We honor our military with the Valued Veteran Program. If you served, make sure to self-identify on your Moose record so you can receive your dedicated Valued Veteran card and recognition.

8. Bring solutions, not just complaints. Customers complain to management; members attend lodge meetings with actionable ideas to solve problems together.

9. Your Moose card is a nationwide passport. Your active card grants you entry into every Moose Lodge across the country. You have a home away from home wherever you travel.

10. Great membership requires learning and involvement. Take the time to understand our traditions, our governance, and our charitable purpose. When members get educated, our entire fraternity gets stronger.

Step up, get involved, and take pride in what we build together. See you at the next meeting!

09/08/2026

PLEASE SHARE IF YOU HAVE BEEN ON A MOOSE CRUISE!
It is time you get your Moose On in a whole new way! Do not miss this opportunity to bring your lodge together in a very exciting way! Nothing beats a Moose Cruise!

09/08/2026

Checkout the 2027 February Moose 🫎 Cruise. 🚢! Share in your lodge!