IOKDS
Transform Lives through Service.
“Look up and not down; Look forward and not back; Look out and not in; Lend a Hand.” – Motto by Dr. Edward Everett Hale
MOVING FORWARD WITH IOKDS
We believe higher education empowers young adults to move the world forward.
Our forthcoming legacies will be provided to colleges and universities to support the scholarship programs included here.
Health Careers
Undergraduate and graduate school students studying a health career profession are eligible for this scholarship.
Native American
Scholarships are awarded to students with documented Native American blood line for any field of study.
Student Ministry
Full-time graduate students studying at a seminary or a school accredited by the Association of Theological Schools in the US or Canada are awarded these scholarships.
Chris White
It is with a heavy heart that I share the news that Chris White—our longtime employee, dear friend, and fellow member—passed away recently.
Chris is survived by her daughter, Ann White of Albany, NY; her brothers, Herbert (Amy) Egert of Venice, FL, and George (Jeannine) Egert of Syosset, NY; along with many cousins, nieces, and nephews who deeply feel her loss.
A memorial service for Christine will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at Lind Funeral Home, 805 West Third Street, Jamestown, NY 14701 (716-664-3800). The service will be led by Reverend Jay Baehr.
Memories and photos may be shared on the Lind Funeral Home website on the page dedicated to Chris.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Chautauqua County Humane Society, 2825 Strunk Road, Jamestown, NY 14701.
This message is shared so that we may keep Chris’s daughter, Ann, and all members of her family in our prayers during this time of loss.
Sandy Pace
President, IOKDS
Member Testimonials
“Being a part of an interdenominational organization feels open and welcoming. Like my Gen Z peers, I want a purpose to believe in and attach to hope. My volunteer time gives me a sense of personal pride and accomplishment, a feeling of impact for a bigger cause.”
“Our Circles press on serving others In His Name amidst this ever-changing world of ideas we live in today.”
“Being a member of IOKDS introduced me to many industrious, creative men and women, some of whom have become life-long friends. Membership gave me an opportunity to put my religious philosophy into action, introduced me to an enchanting place called Chautauqua, provided opportunity for my leadership development, and made it possible for me and my daughter’s family to work together in an organization we admire and respect.”