No one could tell me where my soul might be, I searched for God but He eluded me, I sought my brother and found all three.
- Ernest Howard Crosby, American Reformer, Georgist, and Author
To aid the distressed is a duty incumbent upon all mankind, but especially an obligation of our Masonic Fraternity. Our Grand Lodge of Ohio has charities that are designated as priorities, including:
- The Ohio Masonic Communities
- Masonic Relief Fund
- Scholarships
- Model Student Assistance Program
- Veterans and First Responders
- Museum and Library
- First Lady’s Charity
Each of these charities and philanthropic endeavors touch the hearts of our brothers, sisters, family members, and communities. Yet, how do we choose which one to support and what impact those gifts will have on those we serve?
The answer is simple, and goes back to something we all conveyed as we were raised to the Sublime Degree of Master Mason. “In my heart!”
It is clear we cannot do everything, yet in unity there is strength! I challenge each of us to work with our Lodges and our Brothers to evaluate the options and search our hearts for where the Great Architect of the Universe is calling us to make an impact on those we serve.
For those Brothers who have chosen The Ohio Masonic Communities Foundation as their charity of choice, I thank you. For those who have been led to choose otherwise, I also thank you for contributing to the lives of others.
I do not take your choices lightly, and offer my assistance to you in whatever manner I am able to assist in fulfilling your philanthropic goals.
Thank you, Brothers, and God bless as you continue on your journey.
Fraternally Yours,
Brother Rob Hanrahan
The Ohio Masonic Communities Foundation
P.S. For more information about the charities above go to omcfoundation.org or freemason.com. You can also contact me directly at (937) 525-3007 or Rhanrahan@omcoh.org.
