Climbing for a cause: Glenn’s 24-hour 3 Peaks challenge  

This September, Freemason Glenn from Elliott Lodge in Mansfield will take on one of the UK’s toughest endurance challenges – climbing the National Three Peaks of Snowdon, Scafell Pike, and Ben Nevis – all within just 24 hours.

West Yorkshire families with autistic children receive support

More than 20 families with autistic children can be supported thanks to a grant from Yorkshire, West Riding Freemasons.

Children with disabilities and their families to receive support

Hundreds of local children with special educational needs or disabilities (SEND) and their families from across the North-East will receive help and support thanks to a grant from Durham Freemasons.

New Chatbot Enhances Digital Support Experience

We at the MCF are pleased to announce the launch of our new website chatbot—designed to enhance digital engagement and make our support services more accessible to Freemasons, their families, and the wider community. 

Helping vulnerable families and children in Sefton

A £60,000 grant will benefit approximately 120 families with young children facing poverty and hardship in Sefton, along with an additional 150 household members who will receive essential support thanks to The Venus Charity.

Celebrating Nine Years of the Masonic Charitable Foundation: A Legacy of Compassion and Community Impact

April 2025 marks a proud and meaningful milestone for the Masonic Charitable Foundation (MCF, the Freemasons’ charity). We’re celebrating nine incredible years since our formation — nearly a decade of supporting communities, changing lives, and continuing a long-standing tradition of Masonic compassion and care. 

Deprived families in Bristol will receive support for children’s development

Over 100 families in North Bristol who live in an area of high deprivation will receive tailored support to help their children’s developmental needs, thanks to a grant from the Freemasons to the everyFAMILY charity.

Chris Jones is welcomed home

After walking an incredible 6,500 miles, taking 13 million steps, and spending two years away from home, Chris Jones has completed his monumental journey around Britain.

By completing this challenge, Chris has become the largest single fundraiser in the history of the Masonic Charitable Foundation.

Children and mothers seeking sanctuary and safety will get dedicated support

More than 600 children and 400 mothers seeking asylum will get dedicated and targeted support thanks to a £60,000 grant to The Happy Baby Community.

Wigan families from deprived areas will lead healthier lifestyles

More than 80 families from some of the most deprived areas in Wigan and Leigh will be leading healthier lifestyles thanks to a £47,000 grant to Wigan Athletic Community Trust.