IBP Lawrence Lodge and Valley Temple (Lawrence Lodge 18)

About Us

Incorporated in 1898, the IBPOEW has grown to over 500,000 members in over 1,500 lodges worldwide, making it the largest Black fraternal organization in the world.

Our Mission
To practice charity by providing and performing charitable services in our communities throughout the world and by promoting harmony, friendship, and unity among our esteemed members.

Our Purpose
In order that fraternal organization be perpetuated, and that a government be provided for such; that the welfare and happiness of its members be promoted and enhanced; that the nobleness of soul and goodness of heart be cultivated; that the principles of Charity, Justice, Brotherly and Sisterly Love and Fidelity be inculcated; that its members and their families be assisted and protected and that the spirit of patriotism be enlivened and exalted.