The Masonic Foundation of Utah is pleased and happy to announce that at its annual distribution meetings for 2026, 75 scholarships in the amount of $165,000 were granted to several hard-working students. The Foundation also awarded 66 grants to eligible 501c3 charitable organizations serving underserved communities throughout the state of Utah in the amount of $194,000. This is the 2026 total of $359,000 donated by the Foundation. Charity is a primary tenet of Freemasonry.
The mission of the Foundation has always been that of supporting such needs statewide, and we congratulate these students and groups promoting the education of our future and sponsoring charity towards their fellow man without the qualification of any political or religious affiliation. Although what could be considered a silent benefactor in our communities, the Foundation, through its local members and Lodges, continues to identify where we can help aid and assist those most needy in each and every little town or big city.
The lessons taught to us in the Masonic fraternity help us do the best we can in life, hopefully leaving the community better than we found it, and with the wish that these sums can make every day brighter for those that find themselves in need. The Masonic Foundation of Utah, established nearly 100 years ago, is the Charitable 501c3 organization of the Grand Lodge of Utah Free and Accepted Masons.
Sincerely,
R. Gilmour Chairman
F. Baker Vice Chairman
J. Liley Director
D. Lawes Secretary
S. Harris Grand Master