Membership

Degree of Honor members are different, yet united. We may be in different stages of life, or live in different areas of the country.  Yet we all share the desire to help people in need. Degree of Honor membership unites us to make a real difference in the lives of people we know, and the people we may never meet. Degree of Honor provides structure and support to leverage our impact in the community. In addition to our life insurance or annuity policies, we offer unique membership benefits at no additional cost.

To learn more about your benefits, click on a box below.

Member Benefits

Education, in all of its forms, is a central value of Degree of Honor. In support of that value, we offer our members a series of educational benefits.

  • Scholarship Programs – Each year, members have the opportunity to apply for scholarships ranging from elementary school through college.

The financial well-being of our members is important to us. That is why Degree of Honor has developed a series of benefits to help our members proactively take control of their financial future and protect them during times of financial stress

    • Member Rewards Program – Members have access to hundreds of exclusive discounts at popular national and local merchants.
    • Child Cancer Benefit – Degree of Honor members under age 18 diagnosed with cancer can receive a one-time grant of up to $5,000 for medical care and treatment expenses.
    • Estate Planning Benefit – Members are eligible for a one-time reimbursement of up to $50 for the preparation of or updating of estate planning documents.
    • Family Protection Benefit – We offer Family Protection Benefits when at least one natural parent has been a member for at least 30 days prior to a child’s birth or stillbirth
    • Orphan Income and Scholarships – Degree of Honor offers orphans monthly living allowances through age 18 and college scholarship grants.
    • Special Needs Benefit – Degree of Honor member or child of a member is eligible to receive up to $100 towards the cost of a therapy program, summer camp or the purchase of an adaptive device.
    • Child Protection Benefit – Degree of Honor child of a member is eligible to receive $15,00 of Value Life coverage for an uninsurable child who is between the ages of 60 days and 17 years.
    • Financial Wellness Hub – Learn at your own pace how to avoid common financial pitfalls and maximize your future. Financial Wellness Hub topics range from banking and credit cards, to loans and mortgages, to investing and retirement, and everything in between. You’ll have access to video modules, financial calculators, articles, and a wealth of financial wellness tools!

As a Christian organization, we support the spiritual growth and development of our members through a series of faith-based benefits.

  • Camp – Degree of Honor wants to help kids experience the fun of summer camp. Members are eligible for scholarships of up to $100 for Christian summer camp.
  • Prayer Network – We are believers in the power of prayer. Intentions are submitted to our online prayer network and are remembered in special Masses.
  • Retreat – Retreats can be times of discovery, prayer and spiritual growth. Members are eligible for $100 annually toward the cost of a Christian retreat.
  • Sacramental – As sacramental people, we recognize Baptism, First Communion and Matrimony with a commemorative gift. Confirmands and seminarians can receive scholarships.

The health and wellness of our members is paramount to Degree of Honor. Helping members to save money while receiving medical care is one way that we help to ensure their wellness.

      • Family Care Suite – We offer a hospitality apartment for members or their families hospitalized in the Milwaukee area. Available at no cost, subject to availability.
      • Medic Alert Benefit – Members with conditions requiring special medical treatment free receive membership in this life-saving program and an identification bracelet or necklace.
      • Prescription Savings Program – Members and their families receive prescription savings on brand and generic medications, vision and hearing care, diabetes care and supplies, etc.
      • Carefree Pet Program – When it comes to your beloved companion, your pet, safeguarding their health and happiness is paramount. That’s why we’ve enhanced your CFL savings with even greater rewards. Carefree Pet offers an array of resources and discounts to ensure your pet receives the best care possible.

Impact Teams – Degree of Honor has a longstanding tradition of helping communities through the work of our local lodges and service clubs. We’re happy to announce a brand new opportunity for our financial members who may not live close to a lodge or service club, or who might not have the time to volunteer on a regular basis. “Impact Teams” empower our members to organize an individual service project, with the assistance of friends, family and others who are passionate about the same cause!

Member Events

Looking for something fun to do? Check out our ever popular member events that are affordable, geared toward the whole family, and most importantly … a ton of fun! To learn more about the many member events we offer, click here.

Member Forms

Annuity and Interest Deposit Account (IDA) Partial Withdrawal Form

Beneficiary Change Form

Change of Address Form

Change of Name Form

EFT Plan for Withdrawal Form

Loan Request Form

Power of Attorney Certification Form

Verification of Existing Trust Form

Social Membership

Join Degree of Honor, a division of Catholic Financial Life, for an opportunity to participate in the social activities and service projects sponsored by your local club to impact the community. Each member household also receives our official membership publication, Honor Magazine. Every individual wishing to join should complete an Application for Social Membership and return it to the address listed at the bottom of the form.