National Grand United Order of Wise Men and Women of the World

Founding Era | Year: Early 20th century (1900-1919) | 1908
Founding Place: Greenville area, Mississippi
Founding & Reorganizing Leaders: Reverend B. J. Perkins, Reverend M. S. McCutcheon, Dr. D. B. Granberry
Later Headquarters: Memphis, TN
Geographic Scope: Multi-state
Gender Organization: Integrated
Type of Order: Distinctive Black order, Provides benefits or life insurance
Civic Engagement: World War I activities, Fought for civil and/or voting rights, Involved with party or electoral politics
Institutions Run by Order: Hospital, Headquarters building
Original Sources: Founding mission, Emblem picture, Badge picture
Updated: Mar 29, 2024