Each year the First Lady chooses a charitable focus for her and the Grand Master’s term. First Lady Zoe Carter has chosen to support the Ohio Masonic Community Foundation and the great work they’re doing to make a difference in the lives of our Masonic brothers and sisters. The Ohio Masonic Community Foundation stands as a beacon of hope and support for our Masonic brothers and sisters, ensuring they receive assistance and care when they need it most.
Ohio Masonic Community Foundation
Our choice to focus on this foundation is deeply personal for me. My grandmother, a wonderful and loving lady, developed Alzheimer’s, a disease that swiftly took away her memories and independence. My grandfather, not truly knowing the effects of this disease, took upon himself the huge responsibility of taking care of her until she passed away. My grandfather’s steadfast commitment and love in his heart-wrenching journey left a significant mark on me. It is in honor of their memory and the countless others who face similar challenges that we have chosen to support the Ohio Masonic Community Foundation.
By giving to this important cause, we ensure that our brothers and sisters receive the care and support they need during their hardest of times. Your generosity will provide essential services to those who have already given so much to the fraternity. Your support will maintain care for those who remain in their homes through the Ohio Masonic Communities Resource Center, and care for those who reside in one of their campuses.
Over the last five years the foundation has helped 1,700 Masonic members in their independent and assisted living facilities, which equates to 68% of their facilities designated to our fraternity. In addition, 2,000 Masonic members have been helped through their skilled nursing centers, and 8,000 Masonic members have been helped through the Resource Center.
All of these efforts will be specifically designated to our masons and their families. As our elder population grows, the need for support from our Ohio Masonic Communities grows, and it is imperative that we maintain, if not expand the resources we have available to us.
Let us come together, inspired by the values of brotherly love and relief, to support the Ohio Masonic Community Foundation. In doing so, we not only honor the legacy of those who came before us, but also strengthen the bonds of our brotherhood, making sure that every Mason and his family are never alone in their time of need.
Thank you for your generosity and unwavering support!