As of December 27, 2005, the former Pennsylvania Masonic Foundation for Children and the Pennsylvania Youth Foundation have merged into a single entity: The Pennsylvania Masonic Youth Foundation. This merger represents a consolidation of the efforts and resources of these two foundations intended to continue our commitment to the needs of the children and youth of Pennsylvania in the most efficient possible way.

The newly merged Foundation will continue the important work of both previous Foundations. The Grand Lodge of PA will continue its enthusiastic support of PA's Masonic-sponsored Youth Groups. We will continue making the children of our Commonwealth safer through the Masonic Child Identification Program (CHIP). We will continue awarding scholarships to deserving students. We will continue our support of the D.A.R.E. and Student Asssistance Programs, and other important educational and prevention efforts.

Over the coming months, this website will be updated to reflect this merger, and to provide a comprehensive source of information on all these important programs. For more than 20 years, the Pennsylvania Youth Foundation has been committed to excellence in service to youth. With our new name and our new responsibilities, we will continue that commitment to excellence for the next 20 years and beyond!