Charity is at the heart of Freemasonry The three Great
Principles by which we stand are Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth.
Freemasons are taught to practise charity and to care, not only for their own,
but also for the community as a whole, both by charitable giving, and by
voluntary efforts and works as individuals.
From its earliest days, Freemasonry has been concerned with the care of
orphans, the sick and the aged. This work continues today. In addition, large
sums are given to national and local charities.
Masonic charity is exercised at every level, individual Lodges make gifts and
give aid to their own communities and every Province provides support to local
causes. Nationally, our efforts are chanelled through four main charity
organisations, they are:
The Grand
Charity; The Royal Masonic Trust for
Girls and Boys; The Royal Masonic
Benevolent institution; and New
Masonic Samaritan Fund.
