DeMolay is a youth organization sponsored by the Masonic Fraternity (Freemasons) dedicated to teaching young men to be better sons, persons and leaders. Under the "advisorship" of adults; leadership skills, civic awareness, responsibility, and character development are learned through a variety of self-directed, real world applications and activities. DeMolay works to build confidence; teach responsibility, cooperation and community service; and fosters trust, respect, fellowship, patriotism, reverence, and sharing.