2019 GRATITUDE REPORT Your Gifts Made a Difference!
M A S O N I C C H A R I T I E S O F T H E G R A N D LO D G E O F P E N N SY LVA N I A
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“People young and old, in Pennsylvania and across the world, feel the impact of what YOU, our donors, achieve.” TABLE of CONTENTS Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania
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Pennsylvania Masonic Youth Foundation
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Masonic Children’s Home
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Masonic Villages Your Support Across the State
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Financial Report
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Thank You to Our Donors
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THE MASONIC CHARITIES FUND supports local scholarships and the operations of the Masonic Charities and helps those affected by national and international disasters. In 2019, your generous support of this fund was used to help digitize and protect 2
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Masonic records inside the Masonic Library and Museum in Philadelphia. It also provided support for Pennsylvania Masonic Youth Foundation programming and helped restore the George Washington National Masonic Memorial in Alexandria, Virginia.
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R.W. Grand Master Thomas Gamon, IV WHETHER IT IMPACTS ONE PERSON OR 1,000, each Masonic charity serves an important and special purpose. People young and old, in Pennsylvania and across the world, feel the impact of what YOU, our donors, achieve every day. With your generosity, in 2019: The Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania preserved the magnificent Masonic Temple, showcased and maintained Pennsylvania Freemasonry’s history and enlightened visitors from around the world. The Pennsylvania Masonic Youth Foundation provided young adults with a strong foundation for personal growth and success in school and life. The Masonic Children’s Home gave 40 youth a place to call home and all the love and support they need to excel at school, on the field or stage, on the job and in their pursuit of life goals. The Masonic Villages, home to more than 3,000 individuals, provided loving care to all residents, including those who were unable to pay for the quality services they need. The Masonic Charities Fund offered help at a local, national and international level to Masonic and non-Masonic projects alike. Thank you for supporting one or more of the Masonic Charities in 2019 and for believing in the mission of Pennsylvania Freemasonry. Keep reading to meet a few individuals influenced by your support. While they may be strangers, they all share a connection to the mission of the Masonic Charities; a mission made possible because of you.
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MASONIC LIBRARY AND MUSEUM OF PENNSYLVANIA
You helped
PROTECT HISTORIC TREASURES
IN THE WORDS OF BROTHER RICK FREEDMAN, P.M.: Historical and majestic. Stunning and breathtaking. Awe-inspiring and beautiful. Most who have visited will call it one of the great wonders of the Masonic world. To me ... well, I proudly call the Masonic Temple “home.” Built in 1873 before City Hall, this masterpiece of a building is home to 4
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the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, Library and Museum and many other Masonic bodies who meet there. As a Freemason for more than 35 years, I am a proud member of several organizations which meet in the Masonic Temple. Each time I visit the Temple, I see something I haven’t noticed before. Each of the meeting halls are vastly distinctive in size, style and architecture and all are simply extraordinary. I have been in many Masonic
buildings, lodge rooms and structures during my Masonic career. Nothing quite compares to the beauty, significant impact, architecture and history of our Masonic Temple in Philadelphia. The décor, cathedral-like ceilings, artwork, beautiful paintings, lifelike statues, sparkling chandeliers and distinguished staircases lend to the awe of this inspiring and diverse structure. Additionally, one can easily spend
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Welcomed 13,500 VISITORS
hours in the Library and Museum alone. The artifacts, historic books and regalia are astounding. One of the historic relics is George Washington’s Masonic apron, which was presented by the wife of the Marquis de Lafayette. The Masonic Temple continues to draw visitors from all over the world. It is representative of who we are, what we stand for and what we believe in. It displays the dignity of our organization. Historians, tourists, students and passersby marvel at our historic and attractive building, both inside and out. I have proudly spent thousands of hours in the Temple while conducting or attending Masonic meetings. It is the place where my grandfather, brothers and other relatives and friends received their ceremonies of induction. It is the place where some of my dearest friends and Brothers have been elevated to great positions of trust and leadership. It is a place that is and will always be near and dear to my heart, soul and character. The artifacts in the Masonic Library
Gave a HOME TO 32 Masonic Lodges
and Museum are critical for us and future generations of our fraternity to have a greater understanding of who we are, what we believe in and from where we came. For example, as part of an international fraternity, in 2019, Grand Lodge staff scanned and sent a copy of the 1888 Proceedings of the Grand Lodge of Liberia and the 1916 list of officers to the Grand Lodge of Liberia, which due to the civil unrest in its country, has lost much of its Masonic history and records. Donor support is preserving Masonic Monuments throughout Pennsylvania and allowing the Masonic Library and Museum to continue its educational mission of telling the story of the fraternity’s past, present and hope for the future. One of these treasures is the Masonic Library’s 1842 reprint of the fourth edition of the Book of Mormon, which now sits fresh-faced among the library’s extensive collection. The book (pictured above) was re-bound and given a protective case, thanks to donor support, to delay the effects of age and abrasion.
Added 120 NEW BOOKS
Answered 225 individual RESEARCH REQUESTS
Cataloged 325 MANUSCRIPTS
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PENNSYLVANIA MASONIC YOUTH FOUNDATION
You helped
YOUTH FIND THEIR STRENGTHS
ANDREW SANTILLI GREATLY ADMIRES his grandfather, who has been active in the Masonic fraternity for decades. When Andrew was a young boy, his grandfather encouraged him to join DeMolay, one of Pennsylvania Masonic Youth Foundation’s three youth groups, to receive an introduction on what it feels like to be part of a brotherhood. The group, a stepping stone to Freemasonry, is designed to inspire, teach and unite young men.
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“He just told me to give it a try,” Andrew said. “After I attended a meeting, I thought it was so fun that I never wanted to miss an event.” Now 20 years old, Andrew has grown to take on the role of 85th State Master Councilor, one of DeMolay’s most prestigious positions. During his installation, Andrew’s mother used her phone to video chat with Andrew’s grandfather, who couldn’t make it to the ceremony. “She told me he was tearing up,”
Andrew said. “That was one of the proudest moments for me.” Andrew truly believes in the power of the organization he’s dedicated so much of his time to. “School doesn’t prepare you for everything that happens in life,” Andrew said. “DeMolay gives you an environment to practice realworld skills in a safe space.” Among these real-world skills are confidence, time management,
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Sustained 3 YOUTH GROUPS
Supported 915 YOUTH public speaking and event planning, according to Andrew. Andrew knew these skills would be necessary in his college career and later in his professional life. He is a junior majoring in finance at Drexel University in Philadelphia. Andrew also values the networking skills offered through DeMolay. “You have opportunities to network with other local guys and even guys across the country and the world,” Andrew said. What starts as a networking opportunity among the young men turns into lifelong friendships.
“Friendships go deeper here than anywhere else,” Andrew says. “These are friendships that 50 years from now, you will still cherish.” The Order of DeMolay takes its name from Jacques DeMolay, who chose to give his life rather than betray his friends. His example of friendship and devotion leads Andrew and his involvement as a mentor in the organization.
“It’s important to continue creating an environment where everyone is comfortable being around each other,” Andrew said. “I let the guys know that I’m always here for them, and that they can call or text me anytime. The friendships go way beyond the fraternity.” In 2019, members among the three Masonic youth groups contributed a total of 7,811 hours of volunteer service to support their communities, and participated in 231 empowerment programs. The Educational Institute hosted workshops and programs for 1,112 teachers, counselors, social workers and human service professionals, giving them the tools to mentor future generations. These efforts help keep children safe and encourage youth to reach their highest potential. Pictured above is Andrew assisting the young men of DeMolay in writing letters to fellow Brothers serving overseas in the military during the 2019 annual Keyman Conference.
Gave 56 SCHOLARSHIPS
Gave resources to 641 ADULT VOLUNTEERS
Gave $188,000 in youth SCHOLARSHIPS
Members of Job’s Daughters and Rainbow for Girls youth groups are pictured above, left.
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MASONIC CHILDREN’S HOME
You helped
CHILDREN BELIEVE IN THEIR DREAMS
JOY GREW UP IN A BROKEN HOME in inner-city Philadelphia. She always knew how dangerous the place where she lived could be and remembers her fear of the possibility that something would happen. “There was a lot of violence and stuff going on,” Joy recalls. Her crowded school, which didn’t challenge her academically, also didn’t allow Joy to reach her fullest potential. In 2018, when Joy came to the Masonic Children’s Home to have a better opportunity to succeed, she was worried. She feared people wouldn’t like her. She feared they’d make up their minds about her immediately. 8
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Joy didn’t want to be an outcast, and she didn’t want to be disliked in the strange, new environment. However, she experienced something entirely different than what she was expecting. Joy felt accepted almost immediately, and soon, the fear of being disliked and rejected vanished. She started to make friends with the other girls and remembers when they all got matching friendship bracelets.
“When I came and I talked with everyone, I noticed how loving everybody is, and they really did accept me,” Joy said.
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Welcomed children as young as 7 YEARS OLD
The structure, such as having specific meal times, was not something Joy was used to, but the other girls in her cottage helped her get accustomed to the new schedule. Now, she has found the benefits that having structure and a daily routine provides. Her friends also gave her advice about always being respectful of and building trust with the house parents, because their only goal is to be there for the children. She said she would give the same advice to newcomers now. When Joy graduates from high school, she wants to study to become a pediatrician because of her love for children. She also wants to travel. Her list includes Paris, because of the fashion there, as well as the beauty of the city. Joy also encourages her younger sister, Jebbeh, who is 12 years old, to follow her dreams. The children’s home values the importance of keeping siblings together, and because of donor support,
Joy and Jebbeh were able to move to the children’s home together in 2019. For now, Joy’s favorite activities are swimming in the on-campus pool and hanging out with her friends/cottage mates in their bedrooms. She said she learned in the past year how important it is to be open and outgoing.
And as old as 18 YEARS OLD
Brought in 5 NEW KIDS
“If you’re always stuck inside,” she says, “what is that going to do for you? I am grateful for the ways in which the children’s home has pushed me.” Because of donors like you, children like Joy are able to live out their dreams of finishing school in a safe environment and taking the next steps to be successful in whatever they choose to do. Pictured above is Joy with the girls from her cottage and Joy receiving an academic award from R.W. Past Grand Master S. Eugene Herritt at the annual Youth Appreciation Day.
Sponsored 2,160 HOURS OF TUTORING
Helped 3 SENIORS GET INTO COLLEGE
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MASONIC VILLAGES
You helped
SENIORS FIND JOY AND PURPOSE
LIN JONES BELIEVES his life has come full circle. He was born in the small, historic town of Star Junction, located in Fayette County. Now, he resides in the Star Points Building at Masonic Village at Sewickley. “I think it’s meant to be,” said Lin. “After my wife passed away in 2014, I was left in a two-story home, so it was right that I came here.” Lin, who receives personal care, was always very familiar with the Masonic Village campus. In 1999, he served 10
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as the Grand Patron of the Order of Eastern Star in Pennsylvania, a Masonic organization he and his wife were passionate about. From his Masonic connection, Lin developed friendships with many other residents who encouraged him to make the move. He is a 55-year Mason and Past Master of his Lodge. “I’m amazed every day at the care that everyone here receives,” Lin said. “From the nurses to the cooks to the administration,
everyone cares. Plus, it’s just a beautiful, well-maintained campus. Nothing here goes unnoticed.” After moving to Masonic Village, Lin wasn’t sure if he’d be able to continue his lifelong hobby of making stained-glass windows since it was getting harder for him to do. Fortunately, he easily filled that void. “One day, I looked at our events calendar and saw there was an art session at 2 p.m.,” Lin said. “So I decided to try it out.”
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Provided a HOME to 3,062 RESIDENTS
Supported 2,542 STAFF
He discovered a newfound interest in acrylic painting and has attended nearly every art session since. His daughter was so excited about her father’s new passion that she had boxes of art supplies delivered to his door. After discovering the art sessions, Lin’s interests only grew from there. On any given day, you can find him playing Bingo, singing in the church choir, practicing with the Masonic Ringers bell choir or the ukulele group or playing word games in the recreation room. “There’s so much to do, and there’s no other place like it,” Lin said. “If you’re thinking about coming here but decide to move somewhere else, you’re making a big mistake.” Lin also inspires other residents to get themselves out there.
“When a new resident comes to the dining room, I introduce myself and invite them to be involved in all the activities I’m involved in,” Lin said. He believes life is easier on “the buddy system.”
“It’s all possible because of the people who give money to this place,” Lin said. “Anyone who has given a donation, especially to the recreation programs, should know they have provided an excellent place for people to live. The people here take excellent care of us.” “My kids are funny because they’re always trying to call me,” Lin said. “They say, ‘Dad, we never know when you’re going to be in your room!’”
Made $33.4 MILLION* in charitable care possible
Served 3 million+ MEALS to residents & guests
Lin’s full schedule, peace of mind and new sense of adventure keeps them guessing.
Cared for 453 HOSPICE PATIENTS and their families *This amount consists of approximately $10.4 million (at cost) of free care and services and $23 million (at cost) for care and services above the amount reimbursed by Medicare, Medicaid and other third party payers.
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MASONIC VILLAGES
RESIDENTS OF MASONIC VILLAGES find comfort in knowing the care they receive is the highest quality and their needs will be met even if they are unable to afford it. Statewide, more than 50% of our residents receiving nursing care cannot pay for the services they need. Beyond daily necessities, because of your generous support, Masonic Villages provides residents with items and activities (like music therapy, pictured right) that make life safer, easier and more enjoyable. 12
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A new hip precaution lift sling in Sewickley enables residents to sit comfortably while being assisted with eating and bathing. It’s also user-friendly for staff, increasing safety. A new bladder scanner allows staff in Warminster to make assessments without the need for a doctor or hospital visit. A new cyber cycle makes exercise more interactive and competitive. The beloved turtle pond in Elizabethtown is easily accessible now, thanks to an automatic door opener. Residents in Lafayette Hill enjoy a bit of nostalgia
alongside the sounds of a new jukebox (pictured right). It’s hard to tell what’s brighter: the machine’s lights or our residents’ faces.
The list goes on, as does the impact of your generosity. Masonic Villages residents aren’t just living day-to-day, they’re embracing each minute of each day, because of you. On behalf of our family of more than 3,000 residents and 2,542 staff, thank you!
HOW LARGE IS EACH MASONIC VILLAGE?
MAKING A DIFFERENCE ACROSS THE STATE IN 2019
DALLAS
122 residents
ELIZABETHTOWN 2,087 residents
LAFAYETTE HILL 268 residents
“It’s impossible to put into words how thankful we are for the donors who made living here possible for us. The staff here are top-notch and always accommodating going above and beyond to help us however they can. We enjoy the wonderful health care, the friendly residents and staff and the activities that keep us busy.”
“People here are friendly, courteous, respectful, helpful and have a sincere interest in your welfare. Everything I could ever need is right here. I thank God for guiding me to this place and these people. I hope the donors can understand the sincere appreciation I have for their motivation to give to others in the way that they do.”
- RESIDENTS JOHN & MARGARET
- RESIDENT RON BAHN (pictured above)
HATLEY (pictured above)
SEWICKLEY
525 residents
WARMINSTER 60 residents
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FINANCIAL REPORT for the MASONIC CHARITIES more than
Your gifts made an immeasurable difference in 2019 in the lives of those in need. Your continued support will help the Masonic Charities enhance the lives of countless men, women and children in 2020 and beyond.
86%
of your gift directly supports charitable work less than
14%
is used for administration and fundraising
Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania Condensed Statements of Activities Without Donor Restrictions for the years ended Dec. 31, 2019 and 2018
2019
2018
Operating revenues
$835,526
$701,686
Operating expenses
3,607,680
4,056,083
(2,772,154)
(3,354,397)
268,908
349,845
2,176,781
2,433,484
Loss incurred in the fulfillment of our charitable mission* Gifts and Bequests Contribution from Masonic Villages Contribution from Grand Lodge Contribution from Masonic Charities Fund Investment income and realized gains earned on accumulated past support from the members and friends of the fraternity Excess (deficiency) of revenues, support and gains over expenses
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40,850
550,882
5,940
22,392
30,971
$246,809
$(493,307)
organizations, investment income and realized gains. Any excess of revenues and support over expenses is reinvested so the Masonic Charities can continue to provide charitable services.
Pennsylvania Masonic Youth Foundation Condensed Statements of Activities Without Donor Restrictions for the years ended Dec. 31, 2019 and 2018
2019
2018
Operating revenues
$86,324
$62,300
Operating expenses
1,271,640
1,270,540
(1,185,316)
(1,208,240)
68,469
64,957
179,808
434,729
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37,500
55,000
14,000
641,099
884,510
$(240,940)
$227,456
Loss incurred in the fulfillment of our charitable mission* Gifts and Bequests Contribution from Masonic Villages Contribution from Grand Lodge Contribution from Masonic Charities Fund Investment income and realized gains earned on accumulated past support from the members and friends of the fraternity Excess (deficiency) of revenues, support and gains over expenses
Masonic Villages of Pennsylvania Condensed Statements of Activities Without Donor Restrictions for the years ended Dec. 31, 2019 and 2018 (Dollars in thousands)
2019
2018
Operating revenues
$186,922
$183,723
Operating expenses
204,793
218,239
Contributions to other Masonic charitable organizations
2,357
2,869
Loss incurred in the fulfillment of our charitable mission*
(20,228)
(37,385)
9,169
8,351
Realized gains earned on accumulated past support from the members and friends of the fraternity
16,121
25,332
Excess (deficiency) of revenues, support and gains over expenses
$5,062
$(3,702)
Gifts and Bequests
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THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS DONORS GRAND MASTER’S JEWEL SOCIETY MEMBERS
Arlene Flohr
George R. and Elaine L. McLaughlin
Robert C. and Marilyn D. Forney
Rosemary M. Merwin
Anonymous
Fraser Advanced Information Systems
Meyersdale Lodge No. 554
3rd Masonic District School of Instruction
Charles L. and Johanna C. Fuellgraf, Jr.
Mill Creek Capital Advisors, LLC
17th Masonic District School of Instruction
William A. Fustos
Richard A. and Diane M. Miller
Abraham C. Treichler Lodge No. 682
James M. R. and Betty W. Gotta
Verna S. Minehart
Ted J. and Alice S. Ackroyd
William F. Gottschalk
William S. and Joan F. Moyer
Robert H. and Elizabeth M. Adams
Grand Chapter of Pennsylvania,
Joseph E. and Barbara A. Murphy
Athelstan-Lamberton Lodge No. 482
Murray S. Cashdollar, Jr. and
Avalon Insurance Company
Anne K. Gratz
Wayne G. Cashdollar at the Community
H. Wesley Baker
Harvey E. and Carol P. Gumto
Foundation of Tampa Bay
Charles V. and Nancy L. Balmer
Frank and Ruth Hall, Jr.
National Investment Services, Inc.
Charles A. Baltzer
Deane W. Hillegass
Frank W. and Judith M. Nikischer, Sr.
John H. Beiseigel
Judi Hindes
Susan R. Ostermueller
Gordon L. Bell
Magdalena K. Hoffman
Gertrude K. Prath
Bethel No. 1, International
Wendell R. and Carol A. Hunt
Samuel L. and Joyce A. Reed
Evelyn Hunter-Longdon
Frank Reid
Infinity Lodge No. 546
George F. Reitz
Ivy Lodge No. 106
Retirement Living Craft Group
Kenneth W. and Elaine K. Bleiler
John Gross & Company, Inc.
Retirement Living Residents’ Association
Boyd Watterson Asset Management
Clayton J. and Theresa Karambelas
Richard Vaux Brotherhood Lodge No. 126
Clarence A. and Helen L. Brockman
Shirley Kaupp
Richard Vaux-Ivanhoe Lodge No. 384
Hack and Jill Bucks
Joan D. Kelley
Richmond-Solomon’s Lodge No. 003
E. Wayne and Donna P. Campbell
Kelly Charitable Remainder Annuity Trust
Rooster Woodshop
Chandler Lodge No. 227
Gerald E. and Patricia A. Kemmerer
Daniel A. Rutkowski
Christenson Investment Partners
William L. and Maureen H. Kingsbury
Frederick P. and Mary Jane Sample
Concordia Lodge No. 67
Sally A. Kinzey
John S. and Billie J. Savickas
Maureen Cornell
Harry C. Kirchhoff and Dolores M. Miller
Shafer Family Charitable Trust Foundation
Mason A. Crawford
Mary J. Knox
Shekinah-Fernwood Lodge No. 246
Michael W. Crim
William R. Letcher
John and Cindy Sibole
Culp Family Foundation
Lodge No. 9
Joseph W. Simon
Scott J. Davison
Lodge No. 126 - Israel and
Slatington Lodge No. 440
Order of Job’s Daughters Betty A. Rowe Charitable Fund of Gulf Coast Community Foundation
Mary Dearden
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Order of Eastern Star, Inc.
Malka Richter Fund
Willard A. and Lucille C. Snyder
William J. Decker
George L. and Carrie M. Lyter, Jr.
Thomas M. and Sarah S. St. Clair
Ann R. Edinger
Heath and Holly Mackley
James W. and Frances G. Stark
Edward and Lois Fowler Charitable Trust
L. F. McArthur
David M. and Jean F. Stettler
Clyde R. Erskine, Jr.
James J. and Virginia McCall
Lester G. Sutter
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Joan K. Terwilliger
Alfred M. and Gloria A. Asheuer
Craig W. Dayton
TETO Corporation
BB&T
Joan M. Dellinger
Teutonia Lodge No. 367
Doris H. Beane
Paul J. DiCicco
The Norbell Foundation
James M. and Helen S. Berry, Sr.
William H. and Heather Dickey, Jr.
Theodore R. & Lillian S. Helmbold Fund
Edward H. and Patricia D. Bisbee
Dietrick Lamade Lodge No. 755
Marion J. Black
Donald P. and Maureen A. Dillon
Rose Marie Thompson
of The Pittsburgh Foundation
Alvin H. and Diane S. Hsu Blitz
Galen E. and Nancy J. Dreibelbis
Mark A. and Judith R. Townsend
Andy and Karen Bobetsky
Jacqueline R. Eakin
C. DeForrest Trexler
Robert G. and Barbara A. Boone
Margery B. English
Joan D. Turns
Patsy A. Bowman
Ephrata Lodge No. 665
Robert E. and Joyce L. Umbaugh
Virginia T. Bowman
Eureka-West Shore Lodge No. 302
William H. Underwood, III
Anne Bradshaw
Joel L. and Yong Soon Farwell
Warfel Construction Company
H. William Brady
Martin and Irene D. Feurer
John C. and Carla S. Weidman
Betty L. Brandt
George W. and Carla S. Fishel, Jr.
Allen E. and Nancy E. Wenrich
Jean M. Brandt
Barry E. Fleck
Robert E. Wetzel
Richard E. and Donna L. Brandt
Richard H. and Barbara D. Fogarty
Harry L. and Peggy E. Wheeler
Charles F. and Donna H. Breneman, Jr.
Pamela S. Formica
William E. C. and Mary Dearden Foundation
Stuart L. and Barbara G. Brown
Franklin-St. John’s Trinity Lodge No. 221
Carol Lee Wolf
J. Kenneth and Pamela K. Brubaker
Catherine M. Frasca
Larry J. and Carol S. Wolford
Lee S. Brubaker
Marina Galli
Jeffrey M. and Sharon Lee Wonderling
John K. and Nancy R. Brunner
Henry R. and Martha S. Gally
Luther A. and Kimberly A. Zarfoss, II
Clyde E. and Sarah E. Burkholder
Wayne M. and Nancylee Garafola
Richard G. and Charleyne M. Calabro
Jules B. and Patricia M. Garfunkel
DEPUTY GRAND MASTER’S JEWEL SOCIETY MEMBERS
Ronald L. and Karen J. Campbell
Mary S. Gassman
Robert W. Canova
Raymond T. and Wendy A. George
Anonymous
Raymond Cardona and Jean M. Cairns
Miles and Carole Gibbons
8th Masonic District School of Instruction
Robert R. Carthew
Joy E. Gifford
Glenn R. and Gaile M. Achey
Carol E. Chew
Dolores Gift
Grace M. Adkins
Clark Mechanical Services, Inc.
Vicki L. Gillmore
Mary E. Alban
Nancy M. Cline
Robert T. Girling
Donald E. and Jeanette F. Altrichter
Michael J. and Kathleen J. Couch
William M. Glose, III
Anthony and Linda R. Ambrose
Carla L. Cox
Robert C. Glunt
Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite,
David E. and Clara O. Cranmer
Gourgas Lodge of Perfection
Joseph P. and Darlene R. Crawford
Grand Chapter of PA O.E.S. Inc.
Valley of Philadelphia Ann and Frank Cahouet Foundation
Charles E. and Carol C. Curry
Apollo Lodge No. 437
Ralph C. and Elizabeth J. Davis
Greensburg Lodge No. 225
Ashara-Casiphia Lodge No. 551
William C. and Susan L. Davis
Robert G. and Margie M. Gregoire
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Robert F. and Jean L. Grim
John and Barbara D. Kolchin
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Gerald W. and Jacqueline H. Groff
Dallas L. and Diane J. Krapf
Michael B. and Carmen McKee
Merle B. and Gertrude M. Growden
Baird P. and Marion H. Krecker
Michael D. McKee
Harvey E. and Carol P. Gumto
E. Thomas and Kathleen L. Kuhn, Jr.
Michael J. and Connie M. McKee
Hackenburg Mount Moriah Lodge No. 19
Glenn R. and Barbara J. Kurzenknabe
Ronald A. and Judy A. McKnight
William C. Hall
Lehigh Lodge No. 326
Donald A. and Linda McMillan
Dennis and Elaine Hamm
Lehighton Lodge No. 621
Martha J. McNutt
Harford Lodge No. 445
Carl T. Lennartson
George W. and Beverly R. Mehaffie
Harmony Lodge No. 429
Paul D. Lesser
A. Lucille Meissner
William R. and Carol A. Hawthorne
Gary and Shirley Letcher
John R. and Louise U. Meister
Paul R. and Marcia R. Heckman
Lewis Family Foundation
Adele S. Meseroll
Duane P. and Nancy J. Hepler
Kevin H. and Colette Lindsey
Donald C. Meyers
Herbert Groskin Foundation
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Donald L. and Lois M. Miller
Phoebe J. Herrington
Westminster Lodge No. 433
Richard A. and Diane M. Miller
S. Eugene and Sally Herritt
Logan Lodge No. 490
Thomas F. and Betty A. Miller
Bryan L. and Eileen Hill
David J. and Mildred J. Lutz
Mitchell Lodge No. 296
James A. and Doralice P. Hinton
Engracia Mack
Isabel C. Moore
Robert L. and Patricia Hobday
James H. Maguire
G. Edward and Rowena H. Morelock
Benjamin F. and Jane F. Hoenich
Donald E. and Patricia A. March
Lois J. Morgan
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John K. March
Most Worshipful Prince Hall
Margaret E. Hoffmann
Larry and Judy Marcus
W. Scott and Lynette Muller
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Alan A. Marfin
Richard F. and Michelle M. Muth
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Elwood G. and Nancy J. Nentwig
J. Larry and JoAnne Hollinger
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Norristown Lodge No. 620
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Nancy L. Pfahler
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Jennifer L. Phillips
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Pilgrim Lodge No. 712
Verna J. Kern
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Richard J. and Susan C. Kirk
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Raytech U.S.A., Inc.
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Zeredatha Lodge No. 451
Reading Lodge of Perfection A.A.S.R.
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Charles L. Rehrig
Steven N. Stitzer
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Doris H. Ritter
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Robert Burns Lodge No. 464
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Robert G. and Adele R. Argot
Raymond G. and Sheila C. Roeder
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Jane H. Bird
Diane D. Roth
Ray E. and Annette Tierney
Richard L. and Shirley F. Chamberlain
Lillian J. Rothwell
Nick Tisak and Madeline M. Kosela
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Dorothyann M. Rowland
Janet Townsend
Carol Chew
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Ruth E. Turpin
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Herbert A. Schmidt
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Beverly J. Schreadley
Debra J. Vanek
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Raymond and Lynn Dietz
Karren E. Scott
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Paul L. and Ann R. Edinger
Joan Seiders
Washington Lodge No. 59
Frank and Lois Eiler
Terry L. and Lori A. Seiders
Waymart Lodge No. 542
Doris Davis Engles
Julia L. Shaw
Virginia E. Weismantel
Vera G. Fittrer
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Edward O. Weisser
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Matthew L. Silfies
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George R. Simms
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David and Veronica Sims
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S. Eugene and Sally Herritt
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Robbie Hoffman
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Joseph M. Sobeski
William Slater II Master Mason’s Club
Evelyn Hunter-Longdon
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Darrell B. Williams
Paula K. Kauffman
Timothy B. and Marcia L. Spangler
Dean L. Williams
Shirley M. Kaupp
St. Alban Lodge No. 529
Samuel C. Williamson
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Carl J. and Carol D. Willis
William and Patricia Kitt
St. John’s Lodge No. 435
Richard E. and Kathy Wise
Herb Marder
Thomas H. and Sandra A. Stecher
Justin Wolgemuth
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Thomas C. and Claudia J. Stephens, Jr.
Charles T. and Barbara H. Wright
Michael and Linda Mattes
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Linda L. Miller
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Richard H. Brumbach
Robert J. and Joan R. Muffler
Barbara E. Adams
John K. and Nancy R. Brunner
Joseph E. and Barbara A. Murphy
Ellis C.L. Adams
Edsel S. Bryner
William R. Oberholtzer
Mary E. Alban
Hack and Jill Bucks
G. Marie Painter
Kathleen M. Albert
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Harry and Nancy Preis
William Cameron Anderson and
Frank and Laraine Callom
George P. and A. Lucille Meissner
Eleanor S. Rankin
Alberta Danks Anderson
Stuart Lesley and Barbara Garrett Brown
Franklin D. and Marilyn R. Caltagirone
Christian and Constance Reynolds
William T. Archibald
Anthony and Victoria Canzonieri
Jim and Dot Rouke
Robert G. and Adele R. Argot
Robert Carthew
Joanna B. Sadler
Carroll S. Arnold
Richard L. and Shirley F. Chamberlain
Frederick P. and Mary Jane Sample
Jack R. Arthurs
Margaret E. Chancellor
Anthony D. and Cheryl E. Schafer
Ronald A. and Norma J. Aungst, Sr.
Carol Chew
Robert and Doris Schaffner
Herbert D. Bailey, Jr.
Elizabeth R. Chiartas
Richard E. Sheesley
Captain Donald L. Baker
Gary K. Clabaugh
John W. and Gail G. Shupe
George J. and V. Jane Balsley
Ruth E. Clavier
Jay W. and Nancy E. Smith
Larry C. and Judy K. Balthaser
Nelson E. Clements
Ivan and Hannah Snyder
Arthur R. Bartholomew
Edith M. Cook
Dot Stout
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Elizabeth G. Corsner
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Robert and Joanne Bateman
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Ann K. Berger
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Joseph J. Wable
Jane H. Bird
Michael W. Crim
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Jack and Mary Grace Blair
Marvin A. and Rosalie M. Cunningham, Sr.
Arthur J. and Dorothy G. Wert
Imogene Blatt
Michael L. Curtier
Donald S. Wood
Kenneth W. and Elaine K. Bleiler
Helen M. Cyzio
Marcia L. Zinkel
Alvin H. and Diane S. Blitz
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Jane M. Bonsall
William C. and Susan L. Davis
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James R. and Dorothy J. Bowen
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Frank J. DeRosa, Sr.
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Nancy B. Brain
William and Bette Detterer
NEW CENTENNIAL SOCIETY MEMBERS
Sister Carrie M. Lyter
Miriam L. Braun
Judith L. Dick
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Allen Breed
Raymond and Lynn Dietz
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Leona M. Dilliplane
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Eleanor Gingerich
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David L. and Judith L. Horst
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Robert H. and Marianna H. Gillespie
Thomas and Judith Host
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Ruth D. Long
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Raymond G. and Sheila C. Roeder
Herb Marder
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William A. and Carol H. Northey
Shirley S. Rowley
Linda and Michael Mattes
Doris M. Novinger
Beth Rudy
Linda J. Matthews
William R. Oberholtzer
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Virginia H. Orchard
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Merle L. Otto
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John E. McClure
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Doris C. Schaffner
Lois V. McDevitt
G. Marie Painter
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Paul J. Palko
William F. Schieber
Ann B. McFadden
Fred Pansing and June E. Hencelman Pansing
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Dennis K. and Janice L. Schmuck
John and Marguerite McKelvie
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William W. Peters
James and Catherine Val Jean Schwirian
Harry O. McMullen
Rick and Heather Peterson
Bro. Terry L. Seiders and Lori A. Seiders
George W. and Beverly R. Mehaffie
Fern B. Raff Pfister
Gary L. Shafer, Sr.
George P. and A. Lucille Meissner
Howard E. Phillips, III
Deborah K. Nale Shaffer
George and Marian Metroka
Robert S. and Alice S. Pinnock
Richard E. Sheesley
Elizabeth R. Michael
William and Kathy Prazenica
N. William Sheff
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Evelyn E. Preiksat
James B. Sheffer, Jr.
Carol, Larry and Rhonda Miller
Harry W. and Nancy R. Preis
Jane Shepard
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Linda L. Miller
Edith M. Raup
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Richard A. and Diane M.E. Miller
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Antonio J. L. Simoes
Verna S. Minehart
Gregory Repice
Joseph W. Simon
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Shirley Sinclair
Donald B. Morgan
Constance J. Reynolds
William Slater II
Roland B. and Jill D. Morris
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B. Jane Smith
Mary G. Morton
Herman S. and Margaret H. Richard
Jay W. and Nancy E. Smith
Bill and Joan Moyer
Fred D. and Carol A. Rissinger
Karl H. Smith, Sr.
Harold R. Moyer
Bruce A. Robinson
Samuel Chambers Smith
Jeffrey S. and Susan R. Moyer
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Geraldine R. Snyder
Christine Caruthers
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Ivan and Hannah Snyder
Barry W. Van Rensler
Joseph and Mildred Sobel
Al Vaughan
Thomas E. and Cheri H. McFate
Marvin G. and Shirley M. Speicher
Stanley L. and Arlene Von Nieda
George R. and Elaine L. McLaughlin
Clinton D. Spiegel
Joseph J. Wable
David and Joyce Michelfelder
Arnold and Elsie Stackhouse
Harold E. Walchli
Larry M. and Connie A. Morris
Nancy Standish
William H. and Beverly A. Walter
Trudi Prath
Ila Faye Stare
Linda H. Wasserman
Clarence F. and Karen L. Redman
Dr. James W. Stark, Stark Family Trust
Richard H. and Iris J. Watkins
Herbert W. and Nancy Lou A. Ridyard
Robert F. Stark
Edward Weisser
Dr. Elizabeth Forrest Severino
Glenn A. Stef
Bro. Gary P. Wendt
Harold R. and Monica R. Snyder
Richard J. and Carol A. Stemmler
Allen and Nancy Wenrich
Harold and Jane Wissinger
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Arlene S. Wentle
Howard and Lois Wright
Phyllis E. Stevens
Arthur and Dorothy Wert
David W. Stewart
Carl E. and Neda Mae Wert
Francis D. and Mary H. Stillman
Ginny Whitsel
Mrs. Mary L. Stock
Ruth Williams
NEW MASONIC CHARITIES CORNERSTONE CIRCLE MEMBERS (for monthly giving)
Dorothy L. Stoey
Bryan S. and Jean Marie Windham
Darryl Barber
Dorothy S. Stout
Larry J. Wolford and Carol
John Beiseigel
Elizabeth M. Stout
Sister Carrie M. Lyter
Joseph P. and Darlene R. Crawford
Spangenberg Wolford
Marie D. Stringfellow
Jeffrey and Sharon Wonderling
Rev. David A. Eichelberger
Thomas K. and M. Joan Sturgeon
Donald Steele Wood
Jeff Hoyt
Jack W. and Mary Ann Sucro
Carolyn M. Wright
Douglas Hydier
John B. and Jennifer L. Sweigart
Paul A. and Nancy Yanushis
Tyrone Jamison
Richard E. Sykora
Barry C. Yingling
Heath Mackley
Harlon H. Talley, Jr.
Charles F. and Mona L. Yingling
Mick and Carol McCurdy
Carol Tallman
Luther and Kim Zarfoss
Don and Linda McMillan
James E. and Mary Ellen Tarman
Barbara K. Zell
Jim Switzenberg
Robert W. Taylor
George E. Zimmerman, Jr.
Paul David Thompson
Jack M. Temsey
Marcia L. Zinkel
Justin Wolgemuth
Bob and Joan Terwilliger Edward S. Topper
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Patricia A. Topping
Charles and Nancy Balmer
Mark A. and Judith R. Townsend
Lee and Alice Brubaker
William and Roberta Traynor
Maureen Cornell
C. DeForrest Trexler
Joseph P. and Darlene R. Crawford
Joan D. Turns
Vasant P. Dhopesh
Robert and Joyce Umbaugh
Bro. Scott W. and Marianna B. Kopp
Robert H. and Roberta A. Vaiden
Bro. George L. Lyter, Jr., and O.E.S.
Raymond E. and Annette M. Tierney
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