2026 Supreme Convention

Council 5521's Eric Van Meter, who was named the Outstanding District Deputy of the Year at the State Convention and Ryan Grill, who was elected as the State Secretary both attended the 2026 Supreme Convention in Colorado as Delegates representing Indiana.

2026 Polar Plunge

$1325 was raised in this years Polar Plunge!!

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Pay Your 2026 Membership Dues

All of the notices for the 2026 Dues have been sent to all members of our council.


Click the link below to pay your dues today!

Pay Dues

Who We Are

Our Council

Ave Maria Council 5521 has been serving the Knights of Columbus and the communities of South Bend & Mishawaka since March 1st, 1964! Our  council supports St. Matthew Cathedral Parish,  St. Jude & Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish and the Marian High School Knights of Columbus Club!

“The Family Council”

Ave Maria Council 5521 is referred to as "The Family Council" in recognition for the numerous family activities including our annual Easter Egg Hunt, Breakfast with Santa and watch parties for the Indy 500 & Super Bowl.

Location and Meetings

Monthly Meetings at 7pm

Business Meeting on Second Monday
Francis Club Meeting on Third Monday

Planning Meeting on Fourth Monday

Marian HS KofC Club Meeting  As Announced 


Knights of Columbus Ave Maria Council 5521

61533 Ironwood Road, South Bend, Indiana 46614

council5521@indianakofc.org