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Celebrating the best and brightest of Freemasonry in California.

A novel partnership between California Masons and its educational partners gives newly settled Afghan children a leg up on literacy skills.

How one Bay Area Mason’s connection to his brother in the Philippines inspired him to give back.

Robert J. Eagle Spirit Sr., the next grand master of California Prince Hall Masonry, on supporting the fraternity’s philanthropic mission.

In Livermore, one East Bay Masonic lodge helps a local school develop a chill zone for those with mental or behavioral needs.

A new gift from the Masons of California is helping San Diego kids go under the hood through high-tech education in growing fields.

A Southern California Mason reflects on his approach to philanthropy, and why giving back can help create the world you want.

On a cross-country Masonic charity bike ride, a California Freemason leans on his fraternal support network.

A driver at the Masonic Homes talks about joining the fraternity and giving back.

A new Masonic scholarship in San Diego recognizes Johnny Ritchey, the “Jackie Robinson of the West Coast.”

A sometimes-magician with Ye Olde Cup & Ball Lodge No. 880 on the thrill of performing and the joy of giving back.

A former priest on what his world travels have taught him and how Masonic relief ties it all together.

How a Filipino culture of generosity has transformed California Mason Mike Tagulao’s approach to philanthropy and relief.

California Masonic Memorial Temple chairman Mark Pressey has a special connection with the home of California Masonry.

A bridge-building Bay Area Mason reflects on the importance of charity, giving back, and offering Masonic relief.

Masons4Mitts returns for another season with the support of the Masons of California and the California Masonic Foundation.

During the pandemic, MYCAF provided seniors at the Masonic Homes with vital connections.

A Southern California Mason honors his mother-in-law through the Masonic Homes.

A new Masonic scholarship builds support for the trades

A 20-something on Masonry in California compared to his native Peru.

Robotic pets. Smart toilets. VR goggles. The Masonic Homes have become a nerve center of hi-tech gadgetry.

Masons4Mitts adapts to an unusual season by combatting the “COVID slide” for disadvantaged students.

Why Masons are in a prime position to affect the world their girls step into.

The Masonic Emergency Response Team training program equips volunteers with protocols for managing a disaster.

Tracking Masonic first pitch misfires in anticipation of another Masons4Mitts season.

Members of the Public Schools Advisory Council reflect on the importance of public education to the fraternity.

Former national Teacher of the Year Award winner Rebecca Mieliwocki explains how outside organizations can make a meaningful difference in local schools—no strings attached.

California Masons responded to the #bluelodgechallenge, highlighting acts of everyday charity that are transforming their communities.

One lodge is rethinking what it means to protect and serve.

In fact, nearly a century, Masons of California have celebrated Public Schools Month through a series of in-school events that include student performances, speeches highlighting the importance of public education, and check presentations. As the organization’s 99th Public Schools Month this April just concluded, the results of that investment continue to impress.

For one 21st Century Club donor, a strong connection to the material culture of Freemasonry has resonated throughout his Masonic experience.

Through the Let’s Write the Future campaign, we’re charting a new direction for child literacy in California.

Celebrating 50 years of the California Masonic Foundation – and our most generous year in the fraternity’s 168-year history!

At the Union City Masonic Home, an interactive daytime program is changing the game for memory care.

Meaningful scholarships give deserving students and Masonic youth leaders an opportunity to build a successful future.

While their generous donations will make a lasting impact for California Masonic charities, Pace Setter lodges find that the impacts of their gifts are also close to home.