P.E.O. Sisterhood
| Formation | January 21, 1869 |
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| Founded at | Iowa Wesleyan University |
| Type | Philanthropic |
| Headquarters | 3700 Grand Avenue |
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Publication | P.E.O. Record |
| Website | www |
The P.E.O. Sisterhood (Philanthropic Educational Organization) is a U.S.-based international women's organization of about 197,000 members, with a primary focus on providing educational opportunities for female students worldwide. The Sisterhood is headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, with chapters throughout the United States and Canada. Among other projects, it owns and supports Cottey College, an independent college for women in Nevada, Missouri.