We are symbolising how we all feel about supporting our Brethren, their families and the wider community. The notes are issued to give guidance or information relating to the work that we undertake.
Bullying is not acceptable and will not be tolerated. This Policy explains the Provincial process in dealing with such occasions.
Funded entirely by Freemasons, the Masonic Charitable Foundation (MCF) builds better lives by encouraging opportunity, promoting independence and improving wellbeing.
The ‘Province of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Masonic Charitable Trust’ (MCT) is the Province’s own charity, being funded from investments and supported by donations from Lodges.
This guide has been prepared by UGLE with support from the MCF to assist Metropolitan, Provincial and Lodge Almoners to undertake their important roles. It highlights the key issues which have been known to arise and signposts the reader to tips and advice as well as additional resources where more detailed information is explored on a particular topic.
We Care is the ethos of the Provincial Almoners Team and it was therefore felt appropriate that this heading should be used for communications emanating from the office. It symbolises how we all feel about supporting our Brethren, their families and the wider community. The notes are issued to give guidance or information relating to the work that we undertake.
One side-effect of the Covid pandemic was the impact it had on people’s mental health. To bring the issue into the open, raise awareness and hear what steps could be taken to alleviate the problem and prevent it, a seminar was organised by Provincial Grand Almoner.
The Bournemouth Masonic Holiday has for over 40 years been funded and supported by the
Masonic Charitable Trust (MCT) for deserving brethren, their partners or widows, from within
our own Province.
There are currently 11 Amity groups spread across the Province. These groups were set up to promote fellowship and companionship among Lodge widows, retired or semi-retired brethren and their partners.
Information to help you with your difficulties can found in the fact sheets below:
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Jon Whitaker DL
Telling people about the Masonic Charitable Foundation (MCF, the Freemasons’ charity) is one of the easiest ways you can make a difference to the 2027 Festival Appeal and our masonic and wider community.
The 2027 Festival Appeal is not just a chance to raise vital funds for the MCF, it is also an opportunity to tell every member of our Province about the support available, so that if anyone ever finds themselves in need, they know that they can approach the MCF.
Each year, through a robust process, deserving members receive a first appointment to Provincial Grand Rank or promotion from the Provincial Grand Master which is conferred at the Provincial Annual General Meeting held at Freemasons’ Hall, London.
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