By: Matt Hoxsie - Sun, Apr 12, 2026 7:09 AM

We have about two months to go before the K of C State Convention and our Charity Raffle! If you

are thinking about donating a raffle basket but need some ideas, here are a couple of links to articles

that will help with the brainstorming process!

Think Outside of the Basket - Gray Matters Foundation

170+ Themed Raffle Basket Ideas for Fundraisers

Some things to keep in mind for your raffle donation:

1. Keep the value between $100 and $500

2. Remember that you and whoever wins your basket will be carrying/transporting it to and from

the Grand Hotel. Please be mindful of size and weight of basket and plan accordingly.

3. Do not include non-shelf-stable foods that may spoil.

4. Gift cards and lottery tickets are items that should be copied/printed for the basket itself, with

the actual cards brought separately for safekeeping by the raffle staff.

When you know what you will be bringing for the raffle, here is the link for the donation form:

Raffle Donation Form

https://forms.gle/pcpkNag32JTvp6Tm7

LADIES! Please consider spending a couple of hours as a volunteer with the raffle! You can sell

tickets, arrange raffle baskets, even help on the day of the drawing! Prior experience is not necessary

and you will be shown what to do.

Raffle Volunteer Sign Up

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A44AFA72BA2F8CF8-62172588-2026

If you don’t, go back to the sign up and check that your name is there. It may not have registered your sign

up.

For questions or additional information, contact:

Kara Fuller, Raffle Chairperson

248-894-7082

k.fuller@mikofc.org

By: John Bursch - Sun, Apr 12, 2026 7:01 AM

By: Kevin Rowley - Sun, Apr 12, 2026 7:00 AM

By: Cliff Wasmund - Sun, Apr 12, 2026 6:55 AM

2026 State Convention – April 12, 2026, Update

The 2026 Annual State Convention of the Michigan State Council Knights of Columbus is

scheduled for Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, May 20 th , May 21 st, and May 22 nd , 2026. The

convention will begin on Wednesday at 3:50 p.m. with the Opening Mass and should end on

Friday after elections, at approximately 1:00 p.m.

HOTEL ASSIGNMENTS: The hotels have released our blocks of rooms throughout the city. This

was an agreement that our State Board made with the hotels in the Fall. If you have sent in

your room reservation form and have not heard back confirming your hotel assignment, please

contact Susan Wasmund at (586) 907-2423. Some people have had issues with the new

electronic process and have thought they registered for the convention and room and found

they did not! We do not want anyone to arrive at the convention and find there is no record of

them.

CANCELLATIONS: We all know that things happen in our lives and we need to rearrange our

plans. If for some reason you have to cancel or you have decided to share a room with a friend,

please contact the hotel you are assigned of your need to cancel and please let Cliff and/or

Susan Wasmund know so they can try to backfill the room since our block of rooms are gone.

If you cancel, the cancellation fee for your hotel is your responsibility and not that of the State

Office. Several have reached out to us as they feel the State Council should cover their

cancellation fee – that is NOT the case.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: We are receiving quite a few questions about times, costs,

dress attire, and other pertinent information. We are going to start early with communication!

Gentlemen, you will receive a copy of the agenda as time gets closer but let us try to ease some

of the angsts right now:

1.) What time does the convention start? The convention starts with the Opening Mass

in the Theatre of the Grand Hotel at 3:50PM on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.

2.) Is there a cost to walk to the front porch of the Grand Hotel if you are staying at a

hotel in town? No. Because we are holding the convention at the hotel, we have

100% occupancy Wednesday to Friday, therefore, there is no charge to approach the

hotel, walk the front porch or enjoy the Grand Hotel. Also, remember to visit the

hospitality rooms on Wednesday and Thursday nights and see the inside of many of

the suites.

3.) What is the dress attire for the convention? Business casual is acceptable, no jeans,

shorts, t-shirts, flip-flops, or sandals. A nice pair of khaki slacks and council shirt is

preferred.

4.) Is there a dress code to eat in the Grand Hotel Dining Room? Yes, if you are staying

at the Grand Hotel, your breakfast and dinner are in the Main Dining Room. There is

a dress code, and T-shirts and hoodies are not permissible in the dining room for any

meals. On the day you arrive, especially if you are a late arrival, please make sure

you are dressed appropriately for dinner because there is a chance your luggage will

not be in your room on time. There are no exceptions to the dress code rules in the

dining room.

5.) Is the State Deputy Banquet dinner ticket included in the registration fee? The

registration fee for the convention does NOT include the State Deputy Banquet

dinner. If you are staying at a hotel downtown and plan to attend the State Deputy’s

Banquet on Thursday evening, May 21, 2026 – tickets for the meal will be available

for purchase at the Grand Hotel Front Registration Desk during the convention. The

price of the ticket is $90.00 per person, but this is a 5-course dinner at the Grand

Hotel. If you plan on attending, you also will need to communicate your attendance

to your District Deputy so he can ensure seating for you with your District. If you

have not attended the banquet in the past, it is a “must do” while at the convention.

6.) What is the dress attire for the State Deputy’s Banquet on Thursday evening? The

dress attire for the banquet is “dressy.” If you are a District Deputy, State Director,

etc. white dinner jackets are appropriate. Suits are appropriate for men. Ladies will

be wearing dresses (long, tee-length or cocktail dress) or dressy slacks and a top.

Men – if you have a jewel of office – bring it and wear it.

7.) Is there transportation from the hotels in town to The Grand Hotel? Yes, there are

taxis (horse drawn) that will be available to get you back and forth if you do not

want to take the walk. All taxis have a charge, including the Grand Hotel taxi. The

taxi service has been advised of our convention, and the hotels will be collaborating

with their guests to schedule transportation, if needed.

8.) If you are Honor Guard in the 4 th Degree, please bring your uniform, sword, and plan

to fall out during the convention. We are beginning with Mass at 10:00AM at St.

Anne’s Catholic Church, 11:30AM Eucharistic Procession from St. Anne’s through the

streets of the Island to the Grand Hotel, three Masses during the convention along

with the Living Rosary held on Thursday late morning. If you are interested in being

part of the State Deputy Banquet “escorts,” please let your Marshal know at the

Living Rosary.

Any questions regarding room accommodation questions should go directly to Clifford

Wasmund, Administrative Secretary to the State Deputy at (734) 634-7989 or

c.wasmund@mikofc.org or Susan Wasmund at (586) 907-2423 or s.wasmund@mikofc.org.

By: Ed Strach - Fri, Apr 10, 2026 10:51 PM

The Michigan State Council is excited to announce a helpful new **training video** that walks local Councils and Assemblies through the simple process of applying for an **Aid and Support After Pregnancy (ASAP) Grant**.

Launched by the Supreme Council following the *Dobbs* decision, the ASAP program continues to deliver critical support to pregnancy resource centers and maternity homes across Michigan and beyond. Since 2022, Knights have provided millions of dollars in aid to help mothers and babies in need. For every $500 your Council or Assembly donates to a qualifying pregnancy resource center or maternity home (up to $2,000 per organization per year), the Supreme Council matches with a $100 grant directly to that center—up to $400 maximum per supported organization.

Our new **training video** makes the application process straightforward and stress-free. Watch it here:  

**https://youtu.be/tMGwBdSjoE0**

In just a few minutes, you’ll learn exactly how to submit your online ASAP Grant Request Application at kofc.org, including the required documentation such as donation receipts and a W-9 from the recipient organization.

**Why participate?**  

- Strengthen your Council’s pro-life impact in your local community.  

- Michigan’s ASAP100 initiative encourages 100% participation from active Councils this fraternal year.  

- Current incentives make it even more rewarding for Councils that recruit new members while supporting ASAP.

Donations of cash, checks, or in-kind items like baby supplies all qualify when made between July 1 and June 30 of the fraternal year. Submit your application within a month of the donation for fastest processing.

**Get started today!** Visit [kofc.org/asap](https://www.kofc.org/what-we-do/programs/life/aid-support-after-pregnancy/) for the full handbook, guidelines, and online application. Then watch the training video to ensure your submission goes smoothly.

Questions? Contact  Michigan State Council State Life Director, Ed Strach at:  e.strach@mikofc.org

Together, Michigan Knights are building a stronger Culture of Life—one grant, one mother, and one child at a time. Let’s make ASAP100 a success!

By: Matt Hoxsie - Thu, Apr 9, 2026 6:07 PM

Please join us for this FREE webinar on your to use your Fraternal Benefits to invest with integrity, pursue your financial goals, and make a charitable impact with K of C Asset Advisors.

Tuesday, May 19th, 2026, 8:00pm EST

Click here to register:  Invest with Integrity Webinar Registration

By: Matt Hoxsie - Thu, Apr 9, 2026 5:59 PM

Please consider helping Cross Catholic Outreach pack over 60,000 meals for families and individuals in need!

Saturday, April 18th, 8:00am  - 12:00pm

Powers Catholic High School, Flint, MI

By: Sue Wasmund - Mon, Apr 6, 2026 5:40 PM

2026 State Convention – April 5, 2026 Update

The 2026 Annual State Convention of the Michigan State Council Knights of Columbus is scheduled for Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, May 20th, May 21st, and May 22nd, 2026. The convention will begin on Wednesday at 3:50 p.m. with the Opening Mass and should end on Friday after elections, at approximately 1:00 p.m.

HOTEL ASSIGNMENTS: If you have sent in your room reservation form and have not heard back confirming your hotel assignment, please contact Susan Wasmund at (586) 907-2423. Some people have had issues with the new electronic process and have thought they registered for the convention and room and found they did not! We do not want anyone to arrive at the convention and find there is no record of them. 

CANCELLATIONS: We all know that things happen in our lives and we need to rearrange our plans. If for some reason you have to cancel, please contact the hotel you are assigned of your need to cancel then please let Cliff and/or Susan Wasmund know so they can try to backfill the room. If you cancel, the cancellation fee for your hotel is your responsibility and not that of the State Office. We can try to help though if we have a waiting list for rooms and we can backfill with someone else. 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: People are excited about this year’s convention, and we are receiving quite a few questions about times, costs, dress attire, etc. We are going to start early in this communication! Gentlemen, you will receive a copy of the agenda as time gets closer but let us try to ease some of the angsts right now: 

1. What time does the convention start? The convention starts with the Opening Mass in the Theatre of the Grand Hotel at 3:50PM on Wednesday, May 22nd. 

2. Is there a cost to walk to the front porch of the Grand Hotel if you are staying at a hotel in town? No. Because we are holding the convention at the hotel and have 100% occupancy, there is no charge to approach the hotel, walk the front porch or enjoy the Grand Hotel. 

3. What is the dress attire for the convention? Business casual is acceptable, no jeans, shorts, t-shirts, flip-flops, or sandals. A nice pair of khaki slacks and council shirt is preferred. 

4. Is there a dress code to eat in the Grand Hotel Dining Room? Yes, if you are staying at the Grand Hotel, your breakfast and dinner are in the Main Dining Room. There is a dress code, and T-shirts and hoodies are not permissible in the dining room for any meals. 

5. What is the dress attire for the State Deputy’s Banquet on Thursday evening? The dress attire for the banquet is “dressy.”  If you are a District Deputy, State Director, etc. white dinner jackets are appropriate. Suits are also appropriate for men. Ladies will be wearing dresses (long, tee-length or cocktail dress) or dressy slacks and a top. Men – if you have a jewel of office – bring it and wear it. If you are staying at a hotel downtown and plan to attend the State Deputy’s Banquet on Thursday evening, May 23, 2026 – tickets for the meal will be available for purchase at the Grand Hotel front desk during the convention. The price of the tickets is $90.00 per person, but this is a 5-course dinner at the Grand Hotel. If you have not attended the banquet in the past, it is a “must do” while at the convention.

6. If we stay at another hotel, how do we attend the State Deputy’s Banquet on Thursday night? Tickets can be purchased in advance at the Front Registration Desk of the hotel on Wednesday or Thursday. They will not be available at the restaurant at the time of the banquet. If you plan on attending, you also will communicate your attendance to your District Deputy so he can ensure seating for you with his District. 

7. Is there transportation from the hotels in town to The Grand Hotel? Yes, there are taxis (horse drawn) that will be available to get you back and forth if you do not want to take the walk. All taxis have a charge, including the Grand Hotel taxi. The taxi service has been advised of our convention, and the hotels will be collaborating with their guests to schedule transportation, if needed. 

8. If you are Honor Guard in the 4th Degree, please bring your uniform, sword, and plan to fall out for the three Masses during the convention along with the Living Rosary held on Thursday late morning. If you are interested in being part of the State Deputy Banquet “escorts,” please let your Marshal know at the Living Rosary. 

Any questions regarding room accommodation questions should go directly to Clifford Wasmund, Administrative Secretary to the State Deputy at (734) 634-7989 or c.wasmund@mikofc.org or Susan Wasmund at (586) 907-2423 or s.wasmund@mikofc.org. 

By: Robbie Waclawski - Mon, Apr 6, 2026 5:36 PM

By: Edward Perkins - Mon, Apr 6, 2026 5:31 PM

A mini Lenten Retreat with Internationally acclained Catholic speaker, Steve Ray was  recently held at St. Kateri, Dearborn, MI.