The principles that guide the Hayward Odd Fellows Sycamore Lodge #129 are simple and straight forward.

Vision
The Sycamore Lodge No 129 is a place for members and guests to gather in fellowship to practice, support, and share in activities that honor the Odd Fellow traditions of Friendship, Love and Truth as we work to preserve and nurture arts and culture in our community.

Mission
The mission of Hayward Odd Fellows Sycamore Lodge 129, is to support and share in activities that further Lodge community and fellowship, and promote the Odd Fellow principles of Friendship, Love and Truth in benefit of humanity.

As a community founded by members with strong interest in the arts, we particularly seek to deploy our talents and resources in partnership with local government and community organizations to support arts education in our community.