Masonic Brotherhood Fund

Masonic Brotherhood Fund

October 10, 2006

Bro. Martin Richards, JW
Lodge Chairman

Dear Brothers and Ladies:

I am proud to be appointed by the Worshipful Master as the chairman for the Masonic Brotherhood Fund Committee for our Lodge. This is the first time I am filling this position so I am genuinely seeking your support for this year’s annual Masonic Brotherhood Fund drive.

The Brotherhood Fund is the principal support for our Masonic Charities and Programs, including:
Masonic Medical Research Laboratory
Masonic Care Community in Utica
Livingston Library and Museum
Military Outreach Program (includes Veteran Hospital Visitation Program)
Masonic Benevolence
Masonic Youth Program
Camp Turk
Child ID Program
Masonic Student Assistance Training (MSAT)
Masonic Blood Donor Program
Drug & Alcohol Abuse Program
Or: Grand Master’s Allocation

This year the Grand Master challenges you to be counted on as a contributor to keep the above mentioned projects going. This appeal is the only solicitation made to support our Masonic Charities. Your participation is very important to our Lodge as well as the Grand Lodge. Last years donation did not reach the desired goal (in many Manhattan Districts). This year my goal is to increase the number of contributions. Any amount that you contribute can help. I am not asking for a large donation, a sum as little as $5 would be greatly appreciated and would increase the number of participants.

I would like to thank those who already answered the Grand Master’s call in September. For the individuals who are planning to donate now, I am enclosing a return envelope for your convenience. Please write a check and send it in to me soon. I will recognize all contributors in our future meeting notices.

As an added incentive, there will be a Commemorative Crystal presented to any Brother who donates a $100 or more to the Brotherhood fund for the year. If desired, the $100 amount can be achieved in 4 donations of $25.

On behalf of Grand Lodge and True Craftsman’s Lodge, thanking you in advance for your support in this endeavor.

Fraternally,

Martin Richards,
Brotherhood Fund Chairman