Interstate Association for Stolen Children (I.A.S.C.) is a nonprofit organization that
intervenes directly in non-family child abduction cases and is involved in the relentless
pursuit of predators. All actions are coordinated with law enforcement.

Kids in Dire Straits works in conjuction with I.A.S.C to break the circle of poverty and
dysfunction among children and families who have been subjected to circumstances beyond
their control. We provide summer programs, school advocacy, eye glasses and other medical
care through community resources available to us.

Our Code of Chivalry

Prowess: To seek excellence in all endeavors expected of a knight, seeking strength for the
service of justice, rather than personal aggrandizement.

Justice: Seek always the path of "right," unencumbered by bias or personal interest.
Recognize that the sword of justice can be a terrible thing, so it must be tempered by
humanity and mercy.

Loyalty: Be known for unwavering commitment to the people and ideals you choose to live by.

Defense: The ideal knight was sworn by oath to defend his liege lord and those who depended
upon him. Seek always to defend your nation, your family, and those whom you believe worthy
of your loyalty.

Courage: Being a knight often means choosing the more difficult path, the personally expensive
one. Be prepared to make personal sacrifices in service of precepts and people you value. At the
same time, a knight should seek the wisdom to recognize that ignorance and courage are cousins.
Courage also means taking the side of truth in all matters, rather than seeking the expedient lie.
Seek the truth wherever possible, but remember to temper justice with mercy, or the pure truth
can bring grief.

Faith: A knight must have faith in his beliefs, for faith roots him and gives hope against the
despair that human failings create.

Humility: Value first the contributions of others; do not boast of your own accomplishments.
Tell the deeds of others before your own, according them the renown rightfully earned through
virtuous deeds.

Largesse: Be generous in so far as your resources will allow; largesse used in this way
counters gluttony.

Nobility: Seek great stature of character by holding to the virtues and duties of a knight, realizing
that though the ideals cannot be reached, the quality of striving towards them ennobles the spirit,
growing the character. Nobility can also influence others, offering a compelling example of what
can be done in the service of rightness.

Franchise: Seek to emulate everything here as sincerely as possible, not for the reason of personal
gain, but because it is right. Do not restrict your exploration to a small world, but seek to infuse
every aspect of your life with these qualities. Should you succeed in even a tiny measure, then you
will be well remembered for your quality and virtue.

We would like to thank Albion Armorers for the Code to Live By.