Greetings Brethren,
Ideals are like stars; you will not succeed in touching them with your hands, only with your heart. Thank you for supporting The Ohio Masonic Communities Foundation. The impact your gifts make help our communities thrive. It has touched our heart to know that our Brethren throughout Ohio are actively supporting the work we do.
The cornerstone may have been laid and history may have begun to unfold in 1892, but with each dollar contributed we continue to write the history of wellbeing and vitality for others. A history that is grounded in the words of Brotherly Love, Relief, and Charity. These words have historic meaning for our Fraternity, yet it is our belief that we have brought them up to modern times as reflected in our new mission, vision, value, and case statements.
Words like compassion, respect, and integrity represent a commitment to helping all of mankind as they live a life where they are always a contribution to society, fulfilling their passions and talents, and inspiring others to live their best lives.
Our work will never be over and our needs are constantly changing – you are part of those changes.
In 2022, we:
Provided 2 Lucynt tables for our residents to improve their
cognitive function.
Finished construction on the new Healthcare Center at Western Reserve Masonic Community to provide best-in-class care.
Assisted over 1,360 Masons through The Ohio Masonic Communities Resource Center.
Today. Tomorrow. Together. We are a force for good that can never be thwarted, so thank you again and may the blessings you share with others be returned to you seven-fold.
I will conclude with one of my favorite quotes, “We make a living by what we get, we make a life by what we give.” No matter who the author of this quote may be, although often attributed to Winston Churchill, it stands on its own merit. Together, what we give of ourselves will be the ripple in the water that never ends giving to others.
Humbly Yours,
Robert J. Hanrahan III
Executive Director
