Texas Masonic Charities

One of the principal tenets of Freemasonry for centuries has been CHARITY:

To relieve the distressed is a duty incumbent on all men, but particularly on Freemasons, who are linked together by an indissoluble chain of sincere affection. To soothe the unhappy, to sympathize with their misfortunes, to compassionate their miseries, and to restore peace to their troubled minds, is the great aim we have in view. On this basis we form our friendships and establish our connections.

Illustrations of Masonry, p. 72 William Preston, 1772.

From its earliest days, Freemasonry has been concerned with the care of orphans, the sick, and the aged. American Freemasons raise more than $2.6 million each day to help people in need.  

While much Masonic charitable work is local and private, Masons have created and continue to support major charitable operations. The following links represent only a partial list of organizations that would benefit from your support:

• • Grotto Humanitarian Foundation
  • Knights Templar Eye Foundation
  • Masonic Children & Family Services of Texas
  • Scottish Rite Hospital for Children
  • Shriners Hospitals for Children
  • Texas Masonic Charities Foundation
  • Texas Masonic Retirement Center

(NOTE: These links are to external websites outside the control of Gray Lodge #329, its officers or members. By following any of these links, you understand that the content therein does not necessarily reflect the opinions or attitudes of any officer or member of Gray Lodge #329, A.F. & A.M., past or present.)