WHO ARE WE?

community engagement

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Through outreach programs, educational supports and philanthropic efforts, Social Friendship Lodge #42 makes a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve. We believe that Freemasonry is not just about improving ourselves-it’s about uplifting our community.

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Back 2 School

Bookbag Giveaway

For the past 16 years, Social Friendship lodge #42, with the assistance of other organizations have joined together to assist the York community by providing children with book bags and school supplies to prepare them for a great start of the school year.

Why donate?

  • Throughout the year we host fundraisers and events, to support targeted areas of need for our local community. For each event, 100% of the profits goes directly back into the community.

  • Our focus is to see a need and to meet the need in the communities we work and live in.

  • We aim to strategically expand our influence and impact, through effective community partnerships and the collaboration of local businesses like yours.

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How you can help

  • If you are interested in being a resource and collaborating with us, please use the contact information and let us know how you wish to help. 

  • All donation of new school supplies and bookbags are welcome.

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Voni B. Grimes Scholarship

The Voni B. Grimes Scholarship Award was started in honor of our brother Voni B. Grimes, past member of Social Friendship #42.

Voni devoted his life to serving his community as well as mentoring our youth in the community. He always urged students to get all the education they could get because it was better to have an education and not need it than to need and not have it.

The Social Friendship Lodge #42 has been committed to providing financial aid to students in the community we live and work in. This scholarship helps students further their education.

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Why donate?

  • Every dollar you contribute directly impacts a student’s ability to access higher education.

  • Your donation helps deserving students overcome financial barriers.

  • Together, we can create opportunities for bright, ambitious individuals to succeed

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How you can help

  • Make a One-Time Donation – Any amount can make a difference.

  • Set Up Recurring Contributions – Join us in making a lasting impact on future generations.

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