The “Fr. George J. Willmann Fellows” was launched by the Knights of Columbus Fr. George J. Willmann Charities, Inc., on June 29, 1997 during the Centennial Birth Anniversary celebration of Fr. George J. Willmann, S.J. Initially, this was a fund-raising campaign to finance the initial expenses needed to open the Cause of the Servant of God. Later, this initiative has developed into forming a fellowship of individuals who not only share their financial resource for the Cause but also help in spreading the “fama sanctitatis” (fame of sanctity) of Fr. Willmann.

Membership to the Fr. Willmann Fellows is open to Knights of Columbus councils, members, their families, friends, and even to business institutions. As of December 31, 2021, there were 1,208 individuals and 32 institutions nationwide who have joined this fellowship.

Father Willmann Fellows are co-sponsors in the work of spreading the good news about his life, work and holiness. Their one-time monetary donation of P 1,000 or more is a lifetime subscription to the initiative of the Knights of Columbus of promoting awareness on Father Willmann in order that authentic devotion to him may be encouraged among the faithful, especially those who need his intercession for God’s grace.

The process of beatification is indeed a long, tedious and expensive one and obviously, only through faith and prayer—plus the support of Fr. Willmann Fellows—can we expect God to hear our petition that Fr. Willmann might someday be raised to the honors of the altar.

We therefore cordially invite you and your loved ones to join Father Willmann Fellows. Aside from being an advocate in spreading the sanctity of Father Willmann and the graces that come with it, each Fellow is entitled to receive the following items as memorabilia: (1) a certificate of membership, (2) a lapel pin, and (3) a pamphlet, entitled, “Life and works of Father George J. Willmann, S.J.” We urge you also to seek Fr. Willmann's intercession in all your petitions for God's graces and to report to the Foundation all blessings you have received.

(Please fill out the application form and be counted a member of this special fellowship.)