Acts of Kindness Archives - Wisconsin Freemasons

Masonic Foundation Announces Historic Commitment to Wisconsin State Patrol

July 12, 2023 No Comments

Brethren coming to Friday’s session of 2023 Annual Communication were in for a big surprise when a Wisconsin State Trooper squad car was parked outside the Wisconsin Masonic Center – with it’s red and blue lights blinking. Pictured above, Trooper Lucas Gavioli of the Wisconsin State Patrol, a Master Mason in Hiram Lodge No. 50 in Madison, is seen welcoming those arriving to Annual Communication. This was the kickoff to the Wisconsin Masonic Foundation Second Century Plea to announce a

Freemasons Assist Sheboygan Fire Dept’s “FIRE PUP” Program

June 29, 2023 No Comments

Brother Dave Engeldinger of Sheboygan Freemasons Lodge No. 11 recently presented a donation – including a matching grant from the Wisconsin Masonic Foundation’s “Acts of Kindness” program – to the Sheboygan Fire Department. This money will be used to support the FIRE PUP program to teach fire safety to children throughout the community. From left: Mike Burgard, Kurt Miller, Zach Timreck, Brother Dave Engeldinger, Andre Schmitt and Tyler Schmitt. Submitted by Brother Dave Engeldinger

Collins-Spring Valley Freemasons Support St. Croix County Foster Care

May 10, 2023 No Comments

The Brethren of Collins-Spring Valley Freemasons Lodge No. 192 donated a large portion of their 2022 Car Show proceeds to the St. Croix County Childrens’ Services Foster Care program. The Lodge’s donation of over $1,400 was matched by the Wisconsin Masonic Foundation‘s “Acts of Kindness” program to combine for a total of $2,830. The Foster Care Program is an initiative of Grand Master Paul T. Tourville and his Lady, Kelli. Above from left: Doc James MacFarlane, John Miller, Dale Brathol,

Low 12 Masonic Riders Donate to GM’s Appeal

May 6, 2023 No Comments

Above, Brother Matthew Konradt presents Deputy Grand Master David R. Ritchie a $500 check for the Grand Master’s Appeal on behalf of the Low 12 Masonic Riders Association at the District 12 Spring Meeting. Thank you so much for your incredible generosity, Brothers! Also, it’s not too late to donate to this year’s appeal: simply go to The Wisconsin Masonic Foundation website or click on the QR code below to contribute by PayPal. Please consider donating as the money you give

“Acts of Kindness” Reverberates Through Tomah Community

April 12, 2023 No Comments

As we reported earlier this month, Wisconsin Masons have donated over 325 Fire Suppression Tools to community First Responders throughout the state. These donations have been made possible by a generous gift from the Wisconsin Masonic Foundation through the “Acts of Kindness”program. Of those, 8 have already been used in fire situations from Shawano County to Lincoln County to Tomah. “[T]he Tomah Police Department successfully deployed their donated FST at the scene of a house fire in their community. This is

WI Masons Donate More Than 325 Fire Suppression Tools – 8 Already Used!

April 5, 2023 No Comments

From our partners and friends at Fire Suppression Solutions: “Fire Suppression Solutions is proud to share that communities across the State of Wisconsin are starting to see the benefits of our partnership with the Wisconsin Masonic Foundation and local Masonic Lodges. More than 325 Fire Suppression Tools (FSTs) have been donated by Wisconsin Freemasons to Police and Fire Departments throughout the state. Additionally, in less than twelve months from the initial donation, eight of these FST’s have been successfully deployed,

Chetek Masonic Lodge Supports Dallas Fire Dept

March 9, 2023 No Comments

The Brothers of Chetek Masonic Lodge No. 277, partnering with the Wisconsin Masonic Foundation’s “Acts of Kindness” program, recently donated a Fire Suppression Tool to the Dallas/Sioux Creek Fire Department. Pictured from left: Safety Officer Jonny Fowler; Brothers Jim Sells and Jim Olson; Chief Aaron Grant; Brothers Darryl Dahl, Tom Nicolaides, and Jim Toman; and Assistant Chief Joel Myers. The Brothers of Chetek Lodge are proud partners with their local first responders! Submitted by Bro. James Toman

How to Turn Stone Soup Into Nearly 8,000 Meals

March 7, 2023 No Comments

The Brethren of McKinley Masonic Lodge No. 307 in Brookfield recently hosted their annual Stone Soup event as a fundraiser that provides money to Feeding America. Pictured above, Brother Nick Nicklosovich presents a check to Feeding America’s representative. Brother Nick and a good friend and Brother of his who flies in from Arizona every year coordinate and run the event. The gentleman from Arizona goes by “Peppermint Jim”. The Wisconsin Masonic Foundation matches what is made by the soup sales

Grand Master Tourville Promotes Acts of Kindness

February 28, 2023 No Comments

Grand Master Paul Tourville addressed the Brothers attending the Wisconsin Masonic Leadership Team “meet and greet” session at the Wausau Masonic Center in late January. Displayed in front of him are an Acts of Kindness “AOK” Cap and a limited edition Wisconsin Freemasonry model semi truck. Both items are for sale to promote the Grand Master’s Appeal: the “Acts of Kindness” program. Anyone interested in making a donation to the Wisconsin Masonic Foundation’s “Acts of Kindness” can easily do so

Kenosha and Washburn Masonic Lodges Present Four Fire Suppression Tools

February 27, 2023 No Comments

Brothers from Kenosha Masonic Lodge No. 47 and Washburn Masonic Lodge No. 145 donated four Fire Suppression Tools to the Bristol Fire Department in late January. These innovative fire-fighting tools were made possible by a grant from the Wisconsin Masonic Foundation’s “Acts of Kindness” program. Money from the Foundation was combined with money raised by the Lodges to support their community involvement. Pictured above from left: Bristol Fire Department Chief John Niederer, Washburn Lodge Master Mike Wood, Brother Wayne Terpstra,

Hartford Masonic Lodge Supports Arts Center

February 23, 2023 No Comments

The Freemasons of Hartford Masonic Lodge No. 120 continue their legacy of giving and community involvement by recently donating $1000 to the Schauer Arts Center of Hartford. The donation is a combination of $500 raised by the Lodge and $500 of matching funds from the Wisconsin Masonic Foundation through the “Acts of Kindness” program. Located in Hartford, the Schauer Arts Center is an important part of the Hartford community. The Center presents professional touring groups and community arts groups –

“Acts of Kindness” Helps Feed Those in Need in Montello

February 20, 2023 No Comments

Just in time for the holidays, Montello Masonic Lodge No. 141 made a financial contribution to the Care & Share Food Bank of Marquette County. This community donation was made possible by a generous individual gift and a matching grant program sponsored by the Wisconsin Masonic Foundation’s “Acts of Kindness” program. Brother Darrell Smith recalls a childhood memory from the eighth grade. “I vividly recall the day that my dad drove up to the church rectory. He proceeded to unload

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Masonic Foundation Announces Historic Commitment to Wisconsin State Patrol

Freemasons Assist Sheboygan Fire Dept’s “FIRE PUP” Program

Collins-Spring Valley Freemasons Support St. Croix County Foster Care

Low 12 Masonic Riders Donate to GM’s Appeal

“Acts of Kindness” Reverberates Through Tomah Community

WI Masons Donate More Than 325 Fire Suppression Tools – 8 Already Used!

Chetek Masonic Lodge Supports Dallas Fire Dept

How to Turn Stone Soup Into Nearly 8,000 Meals

Grand Master Tourville Promotes Acts of Kindness

Kenosha and Washburn Masonic Lodges Present Four Fire Suppression Tools

Hartford Masonic Lodge Supports Arts Center

Masonic Foundation Announces Historic Commitment to Wisconsin State Patrol

Freemasons Assist Sheboygan Fire Dept’s “FIRE PUP” Program

Collins-Spring Valley Freemasons Support St. Croix County Foster Care

Low 12 Masonic Riders Donate to GM’s Appeal

“Acts of Kindness” Reverberates Through Tomah Community

WI Masons Donate More Than 325 Fire Suppression Tools – 8 Already Used!

Chetek Masonic Lodge Supports Dallas Fire Dept

How to Turn Stone Soup Into Nearly 8,000 Meals

Grand Master Tourville Promotes Acts of Kindness

Kenosha and Washburn Masonic Lodges Present Four Fire Suppression Tools

Hartford Masonic Lodge Supports Arts Center

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