Lodge Type: Odd Fellows
The Odd Fellows of Shelter for Mankind aims to build a shelter that contributes to the holistic development of disadvantaged families. Its enduring goal is to provide a sense of home, hope, and holistic development in their community in friendship, love, and truth.
Star/Orphans Hope Lodge No. 182, in Martinsville, Ohio, was established on May 3rd, 1851, by J. B. Thomas. The Charter Members were: Caleb Stephen Parker, Samual Hiatt, Daniel Rizer, Jacob Glenn, Levi Pike, John Devis, Chambers Hiatt, Ed Bond, and David A. Thompson. The first officers were as follows Caleb Stephen Parker; Noble Grand, Samuel Hiatt; Vice Grand, Levi Pike; Secretary, and Jacob Glenn; Treasurer. In 1915 the officers were as followed: W. W. West; Noble Grand, Clint Mooney; Vice Gran ...
We meet in the basement of the Massasoit Hall in historic downtown Strasburg. The lodge entrance is located at the rear of the building and there is a large parking area for all visitors.