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Engaged in our Communities

Service has always been a core principle of Freemasonry, and we take pride in our 300-year history of actively supporting those in need

Our members play a crucial role at local, national, and global levels each year, dedicating both their time and resources to make a tangible difference to various organisations and communities.

Freemasonry stands out as one of the largest contributors to charitable causes in the country, with a noteworthy almost £1 million donated per week. Beyond monetary contributions, our members actively engage in volunteer work, making a significant impact in their communities.

Our members engage in many activities including community fundraising and volunteering, as well as a varied programme of events where spouses, partners and families are welcome. We’ve made substantial donations across the country to local air ambulances, blood bikes and provide a number of emergency response vehicles, including two super aerial platforms for the London Fire Brigade.

Freemasonry does a huge amount for medical research into treatments for cancer, diabetes, heart disease and a whole range of other conditions, including Alzheimer’s, by funding UK medical scientists to make ground breaking discoveries.

More recently, money raised has helped to support those affected by overseas disasters as well as those at home, such as the Grenfell Tower disaster.

"We’re very grateful to London Freemasons for their generous grant, which will provide immediate support to autistic young people who have been deeply affected by the Coronavirus pandemic. This grant will also have a long-term impact, allowing our team of experts to develop new ways of supporting autistic young people that will improve many more lives in the future."

"On behalf of the board, staff and volunteers of the Bailiwick of Guernsey Victim Support and Witness Service, I would like to thank you for your very generous donation. My colleagues and I were delighted to have the opportunity to visit the Masonic Centre back in September and to hear about the fascinating history of the Freemasons and their commendable work within the community. It was also a privilege to be present when the excellent work of the Guernsey Bereavement Service, Help a Guernsey Child and the Kidney Patients Association was recognised. Thank you once again for your support."

"On behalf of my colleagues and the board of trustees, I would like to extend our gratitude for the donation made via Area 4, Cheshire Freemasons Charity, to Beechwood Cancer Care. I assure you that your donation will be put to very good use at this particularly challenging time of the Covid-19 pandemic and we are very grateful that Beechwood was nominated as a deserving local charity. Please convey our thanks and appreciation to those who help to raise much-needed funds for local charities."

"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous gift – on behalf of all the children, young people and families that we care for, please accept our most sincere gratitude. This is a difficult time in which everyone is dealing with an unprecedented crisis, and for you to think of us during this pandemic is truly appreciated. The support of Suffolk Royal Arch Masons for EACH’s vision that every child deserves support, care and opportunities no matter what their condition, is absolutely invaluable to so many families – thank you. "

"I am writing to say a heartfelt thank you for the grant from Herefordshire Masonic Charitable Association. As you know, we are totally funded by grants and donations and without this sort of donation, we would struggle to provide the care and love on the streets that we strive to achieve. We really do appreciate your support as we look to make our streets in Hereford much safer and attractive."

"As chairman of Leeds Cares, I wanted to personally thank you for the incredible gift of £19,200 towards Leeds Teaching Hospital’s purchase of additional equipment during the Covid-19 pandemic. This gift will make a huge difference to the level of treatment and care that we can provide to critically ill patients from across Yorkshire. We really are truly grateful for your incredible support and please pass on my thanks to everyone in the West Riding Masonic Charities who has made this possible. "

COVID-19 RESPONSE

To support Freemasonry’s charitable response to the Coronavirus pandemic, UGLE and the Masonic Charitable Foundation (MCF), the Freemasons’ Charity, established the Freemasons’ Covid-19 Response Group.

The Freemasons’ Covid-19 Response Group has supported a range of local and national charities and projects during the last year that are helping people through the pandemic. We also launched a national UGLE Covid-19 Community Fund, with the MCF matching funding donations made to it, up to £1m.

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COVID-19 RESPONSE

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