The R.W. Grand Master will recognize one member of each Lodge for living a "Masonic Life of Outstanding Community Service" by presenting a special Grand Lodge Service Award golf shirt.

The award is not intended to reward a lodge officer or a past master. Lodge officers are encouraged to look into their lodge for that "unsung hero" whose quiet lifestyle of serving others is an extension of his Masonic obligation. This recognition is for that brother who is living the life of a Mason by caring for the community at large.

The selection is to be made by the master and wardens, and submitted to the District Deputy Grand Master on a special nomination form, available from him, for his approval. The District Deputy Grand Master will present the award at an appropriate lodge or district function.

In addition, the R. W. Grand Master will present a special Grand Master's Service Award to one brother in each Masonic District, as well as those brethren he wishes to recognize personally for their outstanding community service. This special award is a beautiful 8-inch crystal memento with a globe suspended in the center.

The District Deputy Grand Master will send all nominations to the Masonic Matching Charity Grants Committee, which supervises this new program. The R.W. Grand Master will make the final selection and presentations will be made at his direction during quarterly communications, lodge anniversaries, and visitations.