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Making a difference in Health care

The Foundation

The Masonic Foundation of Nova Scotia

Founded in 1969, the Masonic Foundation of Nova Scotia is a registered public charity (# 119034510). We operate independently from the Grand Lodge of Nova Scotia, but we share its commitment to helping others and serving communities.

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Our mission is simple: to make a positive difference through benevolence, education, and community service, guided by the core values of Freemasonry:

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  • Brotherly Love – Treating everyone with kindness, respect, and unity

  • Relief – Offering practical help to those in need through bursaries, health support, and local donations

  • Truth – Encouraging honesty, personal growth, and lifelong learning

 

The Foundation is run by a group of elected and appointed members. Every year, Master Masons are invited to join our Annual Meeting to hear updates on our work and vote on new directors.

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Whether it’s helping students pay for school, supporting local charities, or stepping in during tough times, we’re here to build a stronger, more caring Nova Scotia. All of it is inspired by the lasting values of Freemasonry.

Understanding the Roles in Masonic Benevolence

Individual Masonic Lodges play a distinct yet complementary role in supporting Masonic benevolence, working in collaboration with the Masonic Foundation of Nova Scotia.

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Masonic Lodges and Districts – Community Engagement & Local Leadership
Lodges serve as the frontline of Masonic benevolent outreach. Their responsibilities include:

  • Identifying and responding to local community needs

  • Sponsoring and selecting recipients for Bursaries and Shared Funds initiatives

  • Contributing financial and volunteer support to charitable efforts

  • Building relationships with schools, organizations, and individuals

  • Supporting individual Masons and their families through benevolent requests

 

The Masonic Foundation – Strategic Funding & Program Administration

The Masonic Foundation acts as the centralized benevolence entity, providing structure and resources to support the work of Lodges. Its functions include:

  • Allocating financial support for Bursaries, Shared Funds, and Masonic Benevolence programs

  • Managing large-scale initiatives such as the Administrative Funds Program and institutional partnerships

  • Establishing and enforcing program guidelines, application processes, and reporting standards

  • Ensuring oversight, governance, and transparency in all charitable disbursements

  • Sustaining charitable operations through investment and long-term financial planning

 

Together, the Masonic Lodge and the Foundation form a dynamic partnership where Lodges deliver hands-on community engagement, and the Foundation ensures sustainability, reach, and strategic impact.

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