The name will change on January 1, but the mission will be the same. The shorter name, The Pennsylvania Masonic Foundation for Children, will replace The Pennsylvania Masonic Foundation for the Prevention of Drug and Alcohol Abuse Among Children. At the same time, the Foundation has introduced a modernized logo (shown here), changing the artwork from realistic representations of a Mason with two children to stylized figures.

The mission will remain the prevention of drug and alcohol abuse by children through education, intervention and counseling. In addition, the less restrictive name will allow the Foundation to expand its assistance into other issues, such as tobacco and gambling abuses among children.

The new name is fashioned after the National Masonic Foundation for Children, which is dedicated to promoting the Masonic Model of Student Assistance throughout the country. Like the Pennsylvania Foundation, the national organization was founded by the late R.W.P.G.M. Carl W. Stenberg, Jr. It originally was known as The National Foundation for the Prevention of Drug and Alcohol Abuse Among Children, but several years ago its name was streamlined.

RWPGM Fowler Leads Royal Order of Scotland

R.W. Past Grand Master Edward H. Fowler, Jr. (left), was installed Provincial Grand Master of the Royal Order of Scotland during ceremonies in Washington, DC, October 8. He succeeds Marvin H. Fowler (right), who is not a relative despite the same surname. Right Honorable The Earl of Elgin and Kincardine, KT, CD, JP, MA, LLD (center) was present for the ceremonies and the principal speaker at the annual banquet in the evening.

Grand Masters to Meet In Philadelphia in Feb.

The Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania will host the 1998 Conference of Grand Masters in Philadelphia February 22 through 24. The Conference headquarters and center for activities will be the Marriott Hotel; but the Grand Masters will visit the Masonic Temple. Grand Lodge Secretaries also will meet in Philadelphia at the same time.

WANTED Public Relations Professional

The Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania is seeking a professional communicator experienced in working with all media, the public, and our membership. Communications, journalism, marketing or a related degree (or sufficient comparable professional experience) and at least five years' on-the-job experience are required. Responsibilities will include, but not limited to: Collecting, writing and distributing information within the fraternity, publicly, and to special audiences; media relations, contacts and services; and arranging some special events. Duties will require limited travel, generally within Pennsylvania. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Qualified applicants should send a resume to: Office of the Grand Master, Masonic Temple, One North Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19107-2598.