The Masonic Charities Trust (MCT) is an initiative of the Freemasons of South Australia & the Northern Territory and was officially launched by His Excellency, The Honourable Hieu Van Le AC, Governor of South Australia on 21 June 2019.
The establishment of Masonic Charities followed the sale of Masonic Homes not-for-profit retirement villages which had been established by the generosity of Freemasons throughout South Australia and the Northern Territory over generations. The repurposed funds are being used to support research and delivery of health initiatives and other beneficial community activities throughout South Australia and the Northern Territory which have relevance and alignment with Freemasonry’s underlying charter of benevolence.
Answers to Common Questions
What is Freemasonry
Freemasonry is one of the world’s oldest and largest non-religious, non-political, fraternal and charitable organisations. It teaches self-knowledge through participation in a progression of ceremonies. Members are expected to be of high moral standing and are encouraged to speak openly about Freemasonry. For more information, please visit the SA & NT Freemasonry.
Where does The Masonic Charities Trust get its money from?
The Masonic Charities Trust has a corpus of funds that is governed by the Board of Masonic Charities. The initial corpus of $50 million came from the sale of Masonic Homes not-for-profit retirement villages throughout South Australia and the Northern Territory in 2015. Masonic Charities is also funded through the generous donations of Freemasons and fundraising activities.
How much does The Masonic Charities Trust donate to charities each year?
Masonic Charities donates 4% of its corpus each year, currently in excess $2 million to help thousands of disadvantaged and vulnerable people to live happy, fulfilling lives and to participate actively in society.
Contact Us
Level 1, 254 North Terrace, ADELAIDE SA 5000
Phone: 1300 357 999 (Option 3)
