FOR PENNSYLVANIA MASONS ONLY REGISTRY of RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS and LODGE COMMUNITY SERVICE INITIATIVES by request of Bro. Thomas K. Sturgeon, R. W. Grand Master
Every Pennsylvania Freemason is to commit to at least one Random Act of Kindness each week and every Lodge is to conduct monthly Community Service Initiatives for the next two years. When you do this, you should say, "We are Pennsylvania Freemasons, and we have a mission to help others." If you do this, Pennsylvania Masons will commit over 12 million random acts of kindness, and our Lodges will provide over 10 thousand community services. If you do this, we won't have to worry about membership recruitment or anti-Masonic critics ever again. However, let's not do it just for the purpose of public relations. Let's do it because it is what Masons do! We want you to report some or all of your Random Acts of Kindness and Community Service Initiatives here, to let your brothers and the whole world know that we, as Freemasons, are serious about this responsibility to serve others.
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My neighbor Heather was trying to put together a gas bar-be-que grill and seemed to be having a tough time of it. I offered my assistance and between the two of us, we had the grill put together very quickly. Much to my surprise, the next day she knocked on my door and gave me a bottle of wine with a card that said that I deserved the good samaritan award and thanked me for my help. bt, Lodge 716, Pittsburgh PA - Tuesday, August 10, 2010 at 10:12 AM

My Brother, friend and boss needed to remove some unwanted cots from our worksite. He asked my suggestion where they could be donated. After mature deliberation we decided to donate then to SafeHarbor a homeless shelter in Easton PA. On our own time and with our own vehicles we transported 30 new cots to the shelter. The shelters director was very appreciative. BJS, Lodge 396, Easton PA - Thursday, August 05, 2010 at 7:02 AM

On Saturday, July 24 I received a phone call from a neighbor. She and her family were in a motel in Atkins, Virginia returning from vacation and because the transmission on their car broke. She could not find a way home or how to get her car back to Elizabethtown. Atkins, Virginia is approximately 405 miles from Elizabethtown. After discussion with my wife we decided to drive to Atkins, Virginia to pick up our neighbor and her family. We drove ther arriving at about 9:30 P.M. on Saturday, July 24. We stayed overnight at the motel where the distressed family was located. Sunday, July 25, we left the motel and returned to her home in Elizabethtown at 2:30 P.M. This only the 2nd time I have ever met this family. Of course we would accept nothing for this random act of kindness. RWB, Lodge 405, Elizabethtown - Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at 4:11 PM

I noticed the young couple who lives next door to me trying to cut down (by hand) some overgrown brush and small trees from the back yard of their newly acquired house. I went to my house and brought out my chainsaw and offered to cut them down for them. It only took me about a half an hour but it would have taken them a whole weekend and a lot of sweat considering the hot weather! AMK, Lodge 504, Moscow, PA - Tuesday, July 27, 2010 at 8:15 PM

My wife and I was entering a diner as an older couple was leaving. The older lady was in a wheel chair. We held the door for them. In my mind this was no big deal just what I was taught to do but the gratitude we received from the older couple reminded us that things are not as they used to be and everyone needs to help their neighbors. BJS, Lodge 396, Easton PA - Monday, July 26, 2010 at 2:10 PM

I see very clearly that Freemasonry is seeking younger members. A great way to attract a few is by making a Facebook page that is belonging thereunto. There are a few masonic pages on there but no "Official" page. It would be beneficial and spark some young interest in our craft. This is my random act of kindness, Bringing this to your attention. sds, Lodge 440, Walnutport PA - Friday, July 23, 2010 at 6:35 PM

One of my neighbors needed her property cut. She has 3 acres of grass that she usually has cut by a farmer but he told her due to economic issues he could no longer cut her property. Mrs Patterson is about 90 years old and she stopped by to ask if I could cut her property. She only wants it done every other month and said she would pay me what she paid the other guy. I told her not to worry about it and I would be glad to do it for free. WMB, Lodge 25, Lansdale, PA - Saturday, July 17, 2010 at 12:01 PM

Apollo Lodge No.. 437 held a Blood Drive at the North Apollo Firehall on Monday, June 28, 2010. The community and membership response was great, with a total of 39 pints of blood collected for the American Red Cross. And thru the Masonic Blood Club the proceeds will go to the Masonic Villages. RRF, Lodge 437, Apollo, PA - Wednesday, July 14, 2010 at 12:58 PM

Recently while at the local Sheetz store I was approached by a woman of advanced years asking if I knew where she could get air in one of her car tires, which was clearly under inflated to the point of being a potential driving hazard for her if she continued driving on it. After directing her to the free air pump available at this location, she still appeared uneasy about doing this task herself, admitting to me that she didn't even know what the correct tire pressure was for her tires or how to use the pump, adding that "her husband always took care of these things for her in the past"! I smiled and told her that if she'd pull up to the air pump I'd be most happy to assist her! After showing her where on the inside of her cars door frame that vehicles often have the recommended tire pressure for the vehicles tires listed on a manufacturers decal, I proceeded to inflate her tire to the correct pressure and then checked her other three tires and made certain they were all inflated to the same correct pressure. I then asked if she needed gas today and offered to pump her gas for her as well and the look of relief which came upon her face was a joy in and of itself for me to witness and experience! I was getting such a great feeling from helping this woman I even washed her windshield for her after I was done pumping her gas for her. She tried to "tip" me a couple dollars and I told her that helping her out and seeing the expression of gratitude on her face were payment enough for me, and it really was! I don't know whose spirits were lifted higher by my simple act of kindness to this stranger in need, hers or mine! What a pleasure to have been of service to this wonderful soul who was about my mothers age, who I suspect had just recently either lost her husband or perhaps he had suddenly fallen ill and was no longer able to gas up the car and make certain that her tires were properly inflated and safe for her to be driving on. What a great feeling helping this wife and mother/grandmother in need! She wasn't the first one I've helped out like this by pumping their gas or checking their tires or oil and I know she won't be the last either! That "deer in the headlights" look at the gas pumps is a dead give-away and I'm seeing more and more of them all the time, especially with all these "new-fangled" computerized pumps that often confuses and/or intimidates the older, computer challenged generation in particular! SDM, Lodge 0260, Carlisle, PA. - Tuesday, July 13, 2010 at 8:39 PM

Last thursday, I hosted at my home a backyard Scrabble party and cookout for nine of my friends age 70 to 94 who have differant degree's of health problems and restrictions that keep them unable to enjoy the simple things that make life normal again, if only for a short time, one other friend was unable to attend because of heart problems causing feet and legs to swell and expel water, we gathered a plate of food and extra leftover's and delivered them, He was overwhelmed with Joy rct, Lodge 259, New Brighton, Pa 15066 - Tuesday, June 29, 2010 at 9:29 AM

while coming home from work i spotted an elderly gentleman who had fallen from from his walker, his wife attempting to help fell with him. i stopped my truck and got them upright and made sure they were ok. they were thankful rr, Lodge 332, plymouth pa - Monday, June 21, 2010 at 3:39 PM

bill kuklewicz member of plymouth lodge 332 plays the accordion at the fine arts fiesta on public square in wilkes barre pa. he plays for different occasions for the lodge and the string band at irem temple. for many yearts he has entertained the veterans at the va hospital. his arms are never too short to help the needy wk, Lodge 332, plymouth pa - Monday, June 21, 2010 at 3:35 PM

I cut the grass at thechurch I attend Dw, Lodge 266 , York pa - Sunday, June 13, 2010 at 11:32 PM

While recently doing laundry at the laundry mat, I noticed a woman who was unable to afford to dry several loads of laundry. This laundry mat uses a pre-paid card system to activate the machines - I gave her my card and told her to use it, and if there was left over to help someone else down the road. AMR, Lodge 406, Hamburg PA - Saturday, June 05, 2010 at 10:04 PM

The Apollo Lodge # 437, held a food drive at a local super market. Asking pratrons to donates non pershiable items to the Apollo Ridge Food Bank. This yeilded two truck loads of food plus money, plus what members also donated to the Food Bank. While doing this they pasted out flyers saying who they were and where the food was going to. The patrons of this business were supportive of this, the business was happy, and the food bank was very greatful. CCC, Lodge 437, Apollo PA - Friday, June 04, 2010 at 9:07 PM

The members of Canawacta Lodge NO. 360 participated by doing a Chicken BBQ in Celebrating the 90th year award to Ira T. Reynolds service to Troop 81 Boyscouts of America, Bro. Ira is also a member of Canawacta Lodge at age 108 is a 54yr mason. The Service was done for the Boyscouts erg, Lodge 360, PA - Saturday, May 29, 2010 at 9:31 PM

I raise flowers, tomatoes, peppers and other vegetables in my hobby green house. I start everything from seed in March and each year at the end of May I share everything I grow with friends, neighbors and the pastor of our church. This year I grew over 300 tomato plants alone...of which I planted 46. I enjoy raising the plants and sharing them so everyone can reap the benefits. This month I also, along with a fellow Shriner, took two children to the Shriners Hospital in Erie for treatment. We used the Indiana County Shrine Club Van for the trip. JTE, Lodge 278, Seward, PA - Friday, May 28, 2010 at 10:33 PM

for the last several weeks I have been cutting my neighbors yard which is almost an acre, both he and his wife are having health problems and are unable to do this at this time. ETB, Lodge 486, Middletown ,Pa. - Tuesday, May 25, 2010 at 2:42 PM

I just finished replacing the air and cabin filters on a co-workers car, saving her the $130.00 she was going to spend at the dealership to have the same job done. She was very pleased. WBC, Lodge 620, Norristown, PA - Friday, May 21, 2010 at 11:07 AM

This is such a simple thing that any man would have done the same. At least I would like to think that mankind has not turned its back on the civilities that we should bestow upon each other. I recently saw an older man broken down on the side of the highway in his truck. I offered to change his flat tire for him when he said ‘But sir, you don’t understand, I have a colostomy bag and it has burst. The contents of this bag is now covering all tools you need to work with…I’ll change it.’ I could tell that the man was weak and was unable to use the jack and move the tire, so I put on some old work gloves and got it changed. He later offered me $20 and I graciously refused. I told him that ‘His money was no good here, for it is simply my duty as a Freemason and a decent man that compels me to help you. My reward is simply knowing that I have been able to help you when no one else would.’ This man had the deep look of gratitude in his eyes. It was beyond just a ‘thank you,’ it was genuine gratitude. That is the point I want to drive home here…no amount of thanks, no amount of money can make me feel as good as the genuine feeling of good will and gratitude that a person gives you when you simply give them a hand. Although I did not say “I’m a PA FREEMASON,” he did peak interest and thank me and the fraternity for ‘doing what we do’ and ‘being good men.’ This is what it’s all about folks…helping each other wdh, Lodge 775, PA/VA - Thursday, May 20, 2010 at 9:12 AM

I helped cut up and remove a fallen tree on a elderly neigbors property. BJS, Lodge 396, Easton PA - Wednesday, May 19, 2010 at 11:42 AM

5 Members of William Penn Lodge assisted in serving food at the open house at Doylestown Airport on May 15. All wearing shirts with the Masonic Logo and to promote awareness of the fraternity JK, Lodge 732, Philadelphia PA - Tuesday, May 18, 2010 at 9:56 AM

Oakdale Lodge No. 669 has purchased 2 banners in support of two local community youth baseball/softball leagues, pleadging our support for our youth. RGT, Lodge 669, Oakdale/PA - Tuesday, May 18, 2010 at 8:42 AM

The Brethern of Oakdale Lodge have been donating non-perishable item at each stated meeting since January; which will be donated to the North Fayette Food Pantry in June for our distressed neighbors. RGT, Lodge 669, Oakdale/PA - Tuesday, May 18, 2010 at 8:37 AM

Union LodgeNo. 324 has donated $125.00 to support the Cops for Kids program. esb, Lodge 324, Mifflintown,Pa - Sunday, May 16, 2010 at 9:01 PM

Union Lodge No. 324 Mifflintown, Pa Has donated $200.00 to Sponor the Mifflintown Little League ball team.In return we will get our Lodge name and number on the shirts and hats esb, Lodge 324, Mifflintown, PA - Sunday, May 16, 2010 at 8:57 PM

In my business Vocelli Pizza in Pleasant Hills I will send out free food to the Sisters Place for Battered Women & thier children in Clairton. We will also donate food to the kids at the Clairton family center. I like the expressions of the kids when we do this. We actually seek out people to donate to. JP, Lodge 526, Elizabeth, Pa - Sunday, May 16, 2010 at 12:06 AM

I just finished helping build and install 2 basketball backboards for my grandsons grade school JJN, Lodge 751, Lansdale - Tuesday, May 11, 2010 at 8:37 PM

I crossed paths with an elderly gentleman during an evening walk two weeks ago. He was a disabled veteran who required a walker to get around. After introductions it became clear that this hero was lost and had been trying to find his way back to his assisting living home for a few hours and it was now growing dark. A neighbor of mine knew where the assisted living home was located, so we were able to give him a ride. This wasn't a huge act of kindness, especially when you compare it to the sacrifices he and his fellow veterans made for our country but we were proud to help him in this small way none the less. SMD, Lodge 585, Royersford, PA - Friday, May 07, 2010 at 11:15 AM

Every morning, my son (age 4) and I walk through our neighborhood and move newspapers from the street and sidewalk onto the front step for our elderly neighbors. SMC, Lodge 585, Royersford, PA - Tuesday, May 04, 2010 at 5:16 PM

I recently attended a "Relay for Life", when I went to one of the consession stands to purchase some food, I overheard the workers inside remark about being overly busy and being short on water, soft drinks, and condimints. I drove to a nearby store and purchased the items that they were in need of. Shortly thereafter I showed up with the items they were in need of, the looks on all of their faces was priceless. ADR, Lodge 153, Waynesburg, PA - Monday, May 03, 2010 at 10:03 AM

I volunteer with the local volunteer fire department and train the newly appointed volunteers most of them are youths between 14 and 18 years of age. It gives you a good feeling watching these young people learn the trade and develope into fine servants to the community and mankind. KCM, Lodge 464, Harrisburg, PA - Sunday, May 02, 2010 at 9:08 PM

Lafayette Lodge # 194 had 8 brethren mow and clean up 2 cemetaries in Selinsgrove borough. gbb, Lodge 194, Selinsgrove, Pa - Thursday, April 29, 2010 at 10:46 AM

Volunteer at LCCC listening post 3/29/2010 , Lodge 763, Kingston Pa - Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at 9:21 PM

Volunteer certified lay speaker conducted church service at the Courtdale United Methodist Church 3/14 2010 763, Lodge 763 , Kingston Pa - Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at 9:20 PM

Volunteer fire truck driver 2 occassions in the month of March for the Luzerne Fire Dept 763, Lodge 763, Kingston Pa - Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at 9:17 PM

Announced at the February stated meeting that we will be holding a food drive to assist the West Side Food pantry KDL 763, Lodge 763, Kingston Pa - Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at 9:14 PM

Paid for 2 Little League signs for the summer promoting Freemasonry (has been done for years) KDL 763, Lodge 763, Kingston Pa - Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at 9:08 PM

Volunteer Certified Lay speaker, conducted Church services at Courtdale United Methodist Church 2/14/ and 2/28/2010 WDW, Lodge 763, - Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at 9:03 PM

Chaiman Fat Tuesday Pancake dinner 2/16/2010 Courdale United Methodist Church WDW, Lodge 763, - Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at 9:00 PM

Volunteer Listening at LCCC Listening post 2/8/2010 WDW, Lodge 763, - Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at 8:58 PM

Chairman Ethnic Sampling Dinner at Luzerne U.M.Church 2/6/2010 HEW, Lodge 763, - Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at 8:56 PM

Volunteer fire truck driver 3 occasions during the month of January 2010 RB, Lodge 763, Kingston Pa - Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at 8:53 PM

Apr 22, 2010. 5 brothers took 12 kids from the local Big Brother/Big Sisters organization bowling. Both the kids and brothers had an enjoyable evening. 6 of the kids had participated the previous month and our participation continues to grow. CDP, Lodge 281, Altoona/PA - Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at 8:00 AM

Mar 25, 2010. 4 brothers took 6 kids from the local Big Brother/Big Sisters organization bowling. Both the kids and brothers had an enjoyable evening. 4 of the kids were return participants from February. CDP, Lodge 281, Altoona/PA - Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at 7:56 AM

Feb 25, 2010. 4 brothers took 4 kids from the local Big Brother/Big Sisters organization bowling. Both the kids and brothers had an enjoyable evening. CDP, Lodge 281, Altoona/PA - Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at 7:52 AM

For the month of January - 2010, our lodge supported local family who lost their home to a fire. We held a drive to collect houshold items, clothing, and a generous monetary donation from the brethern of Mountain Lodge No. 281. SDB, Lodge 281, Altoona, PA - Tuesday, April 27, 2010 at 8:42 PM

On February 10 2010, I shoveled a heavy snow from an elderly friend's sidewalk and driveway. CES, Lodge 395, Wyoming PA - Tuesday, April 27, 2010 at 7:51 PM

I volunteer with the Red Cross Disaster Relief and Emergency Services TDW, Lodge 395, Kingston PA - Tuesday, April 27, 2010 at 7:46 PM

I replaced ballasts and lights for Heritage Public Library in McDonald Pa. PB, Lodge 297, McDonald, Pa. 15057 - Tuesday, April 27, 2010 at 5:54 PM

for the past 7 to 8 years my family and i have been voluntering twice a month at the west side food pantry located at the COCU in kingston pa. we distribute food to families in need in the comunity. JAC, Lodge 763, Kingston Pa - Tuesday, April 27, 2010 at 5:37 PM

Volunteer certified lay speaker conducted church service at Larksville UMC 1/31/2010 WDW, Lodge 763, Kingston Pa - Tuesday, April 27, 2010 at 4:53 PM

Volunteer Certified layspeaker,conducted church services at Courtdale UMC, 1/10/2010 ans 1/24/2010 WDW, Lodge 763, Kingston Pa - Tuesday, April 27, 2010 at 4:50 PM

Volunteer Judge at LCCC 1/5/2010 FBLA Regional Competition WDW, Lodge 763, Kingston Pa - Tuesday, April 27, 2010 at 4:47 PM

It's not exactly random, but... the members of Oasis Lodge #416 joined to serve the youth in our community on April 17th, staging the 3rd Annual Kids' Fishing Contest. The brethren donated all the prizes, measured all the fish, and had the pleasure of seeing many smiling faces (including those of the parents, most of whom came away with a very positive impression of Freemasonry). We can't wait to do it again! PMK, Lodge 416, Edinboro, PA - Tuesday, April 27, 2010 at 4:21 PM

As a part of The Great American Cleanup of PA the Elysburg Masonic Lodge #349 conducted a trash cleanup of the Weis Fields in Elysburg, PA on Sunday, April 25th. The cleanup harvested 13 bags of trash from the fields and surrounding area. SK, Lodge 349, Elysburg, PA - Tuesday, April 27, 2010 at 9:35 AM

My Father in law and 56 year member of the same lodge, does not have a computer. I am submitting this for him. His initials are MES. He removed a large fallen oak tree for his neighbor who was laid up ,recovering from surgery. lgs, Lodge 75, exton,Pa. - Monday, April 26, 2010 at 2:57 PM

On the way home from our camp, we stopped at the rest area in Barkeyville on Interstate 80. We saw a gentleman with the hood up on his van. We went over to see if we could be of any help. His battery was dead and our son-in-law happened to have jumper cables. Jumping the van was a success and he proceeded on his trip. bk, Lodge 791, Monaca, Pa - Monday, April 26, 2010 at 2:19 PM

I volunteer as a Motorcycle Marshal for the Houston – Austin MS150 which has 13,000 cyclist. Our main goal is the safety of the cyclist during the 2 day 180 mile ride. We also assist with bike repair. I carry several types of inner tubes and an air pump to help. We have HAM radios on our motorcycle in which we can call for medical assistance which is on standby for the event. Before the MS150 we assist with 19 other rides which lead up the main event. RBK, Lodge 509, Pleasant Hill, PA - Monday, April 26, 2010 at 1:57 PM

I installed a storm door for a neighbor who was not able to install it himself. LD, Lodge 487, Philadelphia - Saturday, April 24, 2010 at 11:07 PM

Members of the 24th District joined forces to pitch in at the annual Spring cleanup at Presque Isle State Park at Erie, PA from 9 a.m. to noon. An area of the Park was assigned to the group where cigarette butts, discarded cans, paper and plastic waste or anything else littering the park was picked up. The event was held in connection with the United Way of Erie County's 14th annual Day of Caring. Lunch was provided at noon. RNF, Lodge 392, Erie, PA - Saturday, April 24, 2010 at 4:54 PM

I have been doing yard work, (grass cutting and scrub triming), for my elderly neighbors for the past couple of years, during the winter months I also shovel and snow blow there driveways. A house is for sale in the neighborhood with the grass getting out of hand, I mowed the lawn and cleaned up the front and rear of the house for the owner who doesnt live there. GCL, Lodge 625, Collingdale, pa - Saturday, April 24, 2010 at 11:47 AM

LaMonte Lodge No 568 was a drop off point the the Scouting for Food program sponsored by Boy "Scouts of America. Members were encouraged to bring canned goods to the stated meeting and in place of the customary monetary donation at Fellowship Breakfast on Saturday April 17 to bring canned goods. FDG, Lodge 0568, Derry/PA - Saturday, April 24, 2010 at 7:28 AM

J.W.F. is a volunteer fireman and is dedicated to community service as all volunteer firemen are, which we have many in our lodge jf, Lodge 332, plymouth/pa - Thursday, April 22, 2010 at 12:29 PM

Gave a neighbor, who recently lost his wife, a ham on roll sandwich for his lunch. ccs, Lodge 307, robesonia/PA - Monday, April 19, 2010 at 10:48 AM

My wife and I walk most every afternoon. Our path often takes us near the local high school baseball fields. The fields are close to a wooded area and balls often go foul and into the woods. We alter our normal walking route to travel through the woods and pick up the errant balls and return them to the baseball teams. It saves them from having to purchase more balls, and they are really appreciative. We are both baseball fans and watch the games often. The coaches know us; that I'm a Mason with commendable character; and are not surprised by our act of kindness. TNM, Lodge 625, Aston, PA - Friday, April 16, 2010 at 10:31 PM

Concord Lodge performed there spring highway cleanup with 19 Brothern coming out to make there community cleaner WJS, Lodge 625, Concordville,Pa - Thursday, April 15, 2010 at 8:50 AM

Hi, I am a true fan of freemasonary but I do not have access to any lodge at my country. Anyway, what I did recently is, I am raising funds to prepare a workshop to produce some consumer and ornament products by empoying very poor women with children (but with dead husband or in jail husband, etc.)I have prepared the place but still working on funds. Also I am working on a project to produce biodegradable products and environmentally friendly products again by employing widows of who are donated their lives in Iran-Iraq war, etc. God bless you brothers and I wish to be a freemason some day. P, Lodge N/A, Tehran/Iran - Thursday, April 15, 2010 at 4:09 AM

On Saturday, April 10th, when driving to WM recycle collection center in Hilltown Twp., I was driving behind a Ford pick-up that had non-operating break lights. Arriving at the center I brought this to the attention of the driver, and mentioned the possibilty of drivers following him might be on their cell phones and be oblivious that his vehicle was slowing down or stopped. jdl, Lodge 596, Souderton, PA - Monday, April 12, 2010 at 2:25 PM

On Tuesday, March 30th, So that neighbors would not have to drive over them, and possibly damage the undercarriages of their cars, I removed tree branches that had fallen onto Hilltop Rd. Salford Twp. jdl, Lodge 596, Souderton, PA - Monday, April 12, 2010 at 2:06 PM

Late March of 2010, the wife of a 58 year member called and left a message in tears. Her husband's health was taking a turn for the worse, and she is unable to take care of him and wanted to get him in the Masonic Homes. I called one of my more expirienced members who told me whom I need to contact for assistance. I called the contact who was extreemly helpful, and was able to help the wife of the member. Ironically, I was present for the member's 50 year presentation in his home in 2003 (Granted the award was due to him in 2002) when I was WM of the Lodge. The member was in ill health even then and was confined to his house. PHB, Lodge 0009, Philadelphia, PA - Saturday, April 10, 2010 at 12:03 AM

2/17/2010 During the big snow at 10 PM when the snow was tapering, I assisted my neighbor's son in clearing his mother's driveway with my snow plower. He was using a shovel. There was at least 3 foot of snow on the driveway. PHB, Lodge 0009, Philadelphia, PA - Friday, April 09, 2010 at 11:53 PM

I helped a women carry bags from the store to her car and made sure she had a safe exit out of the parking lot sm, Lodge 600, philadelphia/pa - Wednesday, April 07, 2010 at 2:38 PM

During the month of February when we received all the snow, I helped my neighbor out by sholving her sidewalks when the snow got too deep and heavy for her. rdg, Lodge 540, Butler, PA - Wednesday, April 07, 2010 at 12:51 PM

I volunteer as a coach for a youth basketball team at a local school. The league was in desperate need of coaches and since I have experience in the sport, I was glad to assist. S.C., Lodge 237, Richeyville - Tuesday, April 06, 2010 at 11:09 PM

I mowed a lawn for my son. They just adopted. I baby sat for my son all day so they could go to work. DEW, Lodge 587and, Manheim Pa - Tuesday, April 06, 2010 at 7:07 AM

This afternoon while grocery shopping, an elderly gentleman with poor vision asked for some assistance in selecting the right products as he could not read the prices or the smaller labels. A few minutes can mean a lot! JM, Lodge 476, Lancaster - Monday, April 05, 2010 at 8:32 PM

I helped a neighbor do some plumbing repairs,including providing the parts needed for repairs, then helped him turn on his gas and water at his seasonal dwelling. jns, Lodge 620, Norristown, PA>< - Friday, April 02, 2010 at 10:49 PM

On 25 and 29 March I built two coat racks and installed same for the Susquehanna County Historical Society & Free Library Association. WH, Lodge 338, Brooklyn, Pa - Wednesday, March 31, 2010 at 1:42 PM

I am a volunteer fire fighter and responded to 19 calls in the month of march. I bought breakfast for a co worker and explained that I am A mason and it is part of my duty to share with others. LGS, Lodge 75, exton,Pa - Wednesday, March 31, 2010 at 1:29 PM

Each month, a breakfast is held at the lodge and all proceeds always benefit a local community need, such as help for a local burn victim, or help with expenses for a family who has a child in a hospital suffering from an illness. We just recently provided support for a young man who was working towards his Boy Scout Eagle project, and provided much needed funding assistance for two area community food banks. RLB, Lodge 515, Osceola Mills, Pa. - Tuesday, March 30, 2010 at 12:29 PM

After unpacking our groceries yesterday, my wife and I discovered that we inadvertently pick up the bag of the customers in front of us. We called the store and returned the bag. The store gave us $5 worth of coupons which shows that works of kindness are sometimes rewarded. HR, Lodge 271, Marlton, NJ - Sunday, March 28, 2010 at 11:27 AM

We are having our first annual Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser to support Autism Speaks this Saturday, March 27, 2010. The seatings available are 4-5:30pm and 6-7:30pm. The event is being held at Lehigh Lodge #326 on Rt. 100 in Macungie. Hope to see you there! $7 for adults, $5 for children 10 & under, Free for children 2 & under. Dinner Includes all you can eat Spaghetti (we have gluten free pasta), Meatballs, Salad, Bread, & Beverage. Bake sale table will be set up for Dessert There will be 50/50 Raffle, Door prizes, Chinese Auction, Basket Raffle JTF, Lodge 561, Macungie, PA - Friday, March 26, 2010 at 10:57 AM

During snowstorms I take the widow of a Brother M.M.to work, she dislikes driving in any kind of snow. RRR, Lodge 226, Lebanon, PA - Thursday, March 25, 2010 at 3:24 PM

I served refreshments to outdoor workers in the neighborhood for their coffee break. jns, Lodge # 620, Collegeville, PA., - Thursday, March 25, 2010 at 10:24 AM

Each year I donate a week of my time to travel and take kids from our youth group and other surrounding churchs and travel to West Virginia and help rebuild homes of low income families. Meet a lot of interesting people who have nothing but love for these kids ajd, Lodge 405, honeybrookpa - Thursday, March 25, 2010 at 6:58 AM

I volunteer as a Boy Scout leader. I am out almost 3 or 4 nights a week, helping young men. I collect money for Ride for Life, to benefit MDA EBC, Lodge 405, Lancaster, Pa - Thursday, March 25, 2010 at 12:20 AM

While a brother M M was in the hospital and re-hab for (5) weeks in Feb. & March, another M M, my wife and I shoveled snow from his driveway and had to clear a path for the oil co to deliver oil. jns, Lodge 620, Norristown, PA - Wednesday, March 24, 2010 at 5:57 PM

On Monday, March 22nd, 11:00 am, at the Landis supermarket in Telfor.A woman with three young children had just finished loading the children and groceries into her van. It was raining heavily and she was about to push the large automobile shaped shopping cart back to the storefront sidewalk. I took the cart back to the store so she wouldn't have to leave her children unattened in the van. JDL, Lodge 596, Souderton, PA - Wednesday, March 24, 2010 at 9:30 AM

On Thursday, March 18th, at the Septa R5 Lansdale train station, 8:19 am train to Philadelphia, a woman on the train platform was struggling with three pieces of luggage. I lifted the luggage onto train for her and took them to the luggage rack at the front of he car. She was not flying Southwest therefore I couldn't say it was "So on!". JDL, Lod ge 596, Souderton, PA - Wednesday, March 24, 2010 at 9:18 AM

In a parking lot I was approached by a woman who said that she was in a bit of a jam, and couldn't find a pay phone to call her family for help. I offered her the use of my cell phone, but she was still unable to reach anyone at her home. After talking to her for a while, I learned that she left the house in a hurry to pick up her son, and neglected to bring her purse. She was now a few miles from home and nearly out of gas, and with no money to buy more. I didn't hesitate to give this complete stranger gas money for her and her son to get back home. BB, Lodge 561, Allentown, PA - Tuesday, March 23, 2010 at 7:53 PM

Owning a small business which has a truck and a plow lends itself easily to preform random acts of kindness (especially when we get dumped on), I have over several years helped our Boro plow streets and alleys when they get behind or like this last year, overwhelmed. Every snow fall, I volunterily plow the roads in our local cemetery and clean the fire house lots. Just receintly, at my church, I saw that their plow guy had ripped up sod and pushed the parking blocks ascew, I replaced sod and blocks and the church lot looked great. We all do good deeds and seldom get thanked, but we all know how good it feels to do them. THANK YOU! SRH, Lodge 486, Hummelstown, PA - Monday, March 22, 2010 at 12:11 PM

I communicate with a 91 year old Past Master living in Texas to keep him informed about our Lodge JRE, Lodge 405, New Holland, PA - Sunday, March 21, 2010 at 10:04 PM

At an outdoor memorial service on Saturday, I noticed a middle aged woman in high heels having a frightening time walking down a steep incline from her car to the location of the service. I ran to her side, (more like walked quickly) took her arm and helped her to walk the 50 yards or so to the tent that was set up for the service. She told me she was so frightened that she almost turned around and went back to her car. After the service I drove her in my car back up the hill right to her car. I felt very much a mason at that time. lrb, Lodge 273, Ardmore, PA - Sunday, March 21, 2010 at 8:07 PM

Living in the house on the corner in our community, I get to use my snow blower until the tank runs dry; having a great number of elderly neigbors between another Brother that lives next to me, we have a good times cleaning sidewalks and driveways. We think we have more fun in the winter time than summers warm days. RRM, Lodge 499, West WYOMING, PA - Sunday, March 21, 2010 at 7:37 PM

The Junior Warden was called to the home of a widow to fix her ceiling fan. Fortunely he arrived when he did; the fan had not been properly installed. The J.W. had also repaired her outside railing prior to last winter. rrm, Lodge 499, west wyoming, pa - Sunday, March 21, 2010 at 7:22 PM

During the recent heavy snowstorms, it was plain that my elderly neighbors were unable to keep up with the persistent need to clear their walksways, steps and porch. Whenever I went out to deal with my own shoveling, I took care of them as well. JCS, Lodge 545, Norristown, PA - Saturday, March 20, 2010 at 9:39 AM

While driving down the road near my house during our big snow storm in Feb. I observed a woman walking down her driveway and she fell onto her back because of all the slippery snow. I immediately pulled onto the side of the road to see if she was OK and helped her to her feet. Fortuantely she did not hit her head when she fell. BT, Lodge 716, Pittsburgh, PA - Thursday, March 18, 2010 at 12:04 PM

serving homeless people food at local church jp, Lodge 332, plymouth/pa - Wednesday, March 17, 2010 at 4:34 PM

tutoring youngsters twice monthly at YMCA sb, Lodge 332, kingston/pa - Wednesday, March 17, 2010 at 4:33 PM

75.00 to support plymouth little league jr, Lodge 332, plymouth/pa - Wednesday, March 17, 2010 at 4:29 PM

During the recent snow storms of February 2010, I cleared my neighbors driveways of snow so she would be able to get in and out. Her husband is currently serving in Iraq. SS, Lodge 518, Greensburg, PA - Wednesday, March 17, 2010 at 8:15 AM

I donated and installed 1GB of memory into my churches 128MB computer so they could stop pulling out their hair waiting for things to happen...Simple way to make alot of people happy real fast. WM, Lodge 600, Philadelphia

Me and a new Entered Apprentice Brother at Tacony 600 help serve the hungry breakfast and hand out food to families every Third Tuesday Morning at St John's Lutheran Church on Tyson ave and Sackett Sts. in Philadelphia. WM, Lodge 600, Philadelphia , PA - Tuesday, March 16, 2010 at 2:40 PM

I was called at the end of the day by a woman who was now at her neighbors house and had previously come to the food cupboard at my church. she had forgotten her identification and her keys at her residence miles from the church and walked with bandaged feet and a walker to get food, she walked back home only to find her door locked when she got there. I picked her locks and got her in her apartment(I am a locksmith),took her back to the church so she could show her i.d. to get food just before the cupboard closed, then took her back home. Feels good to help ALWAYS wfhWM, Lodge 600, Philadelphia,PA - Tuesday, March 16, 2010 at 2:32 PM

I rescued a young mother on her way home from work as a nurse, she was stuck in a snow drift. The road was declared as impassible and conditions getting worse. I drove her back to my house with my family. Had her spend the night, we notified the state police that her vehicle was on the road being covered by the drifting snow. The next day I drove her to her vehicle, the state had heavy equipment removing snow near the location. I used my truck to pull her out and she made it home to her family safe. DGW, Lodge 551, Mt. Joy pa - Sunday, March 14, 2010 at 2:04 PM

Myself and several of the Brethren from Big Spring Lodge No. 361 work each month at the Big Spring Area Food Bank. REL, Lodge 361, Newville PA - Saturday, March 13, 2010 at 12:58 PM

An elderly woman had her number skipped at the deli and was getting agitated by it. The truth is that she just couldn't hear as they called it. I calmed her down and asked the deli worker who was in the process of filling my order to kindly wait on her instead. PJR, Lodge 799, Pittsburgh, PA - Friday, March 12, 2010 at 8:17 AM

Removed a number of graffiti tags throughout the Borough of Mechanicsburg JMS, Lodge 681, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania - Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at 10:00 PM

I have an 83 year old Widow, who still drives, down the road from me. I make sure that she is always plowed out after a winter storm. WAH, Lodge 338, New Milford, Pennsylvania - Tuesday, March 09, 2010 at 12:15 PM

This weekend I facilitated getting a persons heating system repaired who at this time cannot afford it. This was among many things I did as a good person. I did not ask for recognition nor did mention that I was a Freemason. This conduct is not only correct but what one would expect from a Brother and need not be advertised nor applauded. JAM, Lodge 490, Altoona, PA - Monday, March 08, 2010 at 8:33 PM

It is not a once in a while thing it is daily. There is the volunteer fire dept., volunteer for the township's emergency managment, and EMS agencies. RMD, Lodge 657, - Monday, March 08, 2010 at 5:52 PM

Saucon Lodge No. 469 There have been a lot of people losing their jobs and it is hard to find a new one. I helped a friend and former associate of mine get a job by connecting him with another friend who needed someone with his skills. I also asked him to join his local lodge and I think he will. rdb, Lodge 469, Coopersburg, PA - Monday, March 08, 2010 at 3:25 PM

I have been a volunteer tutor for the Bradford/Wyoming County Literacy Program for at least 10 years. NC, Lodge 70, Athens PA. - Monday, March 08, 2010 at 12:18 PM

When shopping for a Lodge event I used the guys shopper card behind me in line. I gave him 300 fuel points. JAS, Lodge 657, pgh pa - Sunday, March 07, 2010 at 12:20 PM

I have been shoveling the sidewalk of an elderly couple across the street for the last 3 years. JAT, Lodge 547, Youngsville, PA - Saturday, March 06, 2010 at 10:48 AM

Gave a refrigerator and Washing Machine to a family in need. GBS, Lodge 790, Cochranton PA 16314 - Thursday, March 04, 2010 at 9:53 AM

At 9 PM, after 3 days of snow storms, I helped the neighbor across the street by snow blowing her driveway and walk. She was hand shoveling! It took an hour's time, she was able to get her car off the street, and her husband didn't get home until the next day. SS, Lodge 301, Clarks Summit, Pa. - Tuesday, March 02, 2010 at 10:47 PM

Pulaski Lodge took canned food contributions and donated them to a local food pantry sponsored by a local church BT, Lodge 216, Pottsville, Pa - Monday, March 01, 2010 at 11:11 AM

On Feb 22 a neighbor had a water leak. The cold water valve for her washing machine burst while turning it off. I replaced valve at no charge. LD, Lodge 487, Philadelphia,Pa - Monday, March 01, 2010 at 12:21 AM

Myself and three other Brothers who plow the snow from our snall lodge parking lot also plow the drive of our neighbor. RD, Lodge 338, New Milford, Pa. - Sunday, February 28, 2010 at 12:43 PM

Took care of snow blowing and shoveling for 4 neighbors after the snow storm Thursday 02/25/2010. MD, Lodge 338, Hallstead, Pennsylvania - Saturday, February 27, 2010 at 11:39 AM

Call me old fashioned, but I was brought up to hold a door open for anyone when I can. I do that wherever I am, a store, church, sporting event, etc. The reactions I get are usually a look of surprise that someone still does that for others. That's just the way I was brought up, to be kind to others whenever you can. dal, Lodge 265, Bloomsburg, PA 17815 - Monday, February 22, 2010 at 6:44 PM

Washington Lodge No. 265, Bloomsburg, sponsors along with the Rotary, Lions, and Kiwanis a bloodmobile every February and this year will be using it as a Masonic Blood Club fundraiser with proceeds going to the Masonic Charities and Homes. dal, Lodge 265, Bloomsburg, PA 17815 - Monday, February 22, 2010 at 6:40 PM

While having coffee with another brother in a coffee shop, an elderly woman who was waiting for a bus asked if either one of us would be heading toward her residence when we left, So I gave her a ride home. DLH, Lodge 269, Pittsburgh Pa - Monday, February 22, 2010 at 5:30 PM

Our Junior Warden informed our Lodge of a local family in need of some help. The Father had just lost his job, the Mother was diagnosed with terminal cancer and they have a child with Downsyndrum. We put a basket out at our February Stated Meeting to collect money for a gift card to a local Grocery Store and collected $150.00 and than matched it from our Charity Fund. WB, Lodge 417, Coatesville, Pa. - Sunday, February 21, 2010 at 4:32 PM

This is something I have done personally for years. While waiting for my gas tank to fill, I will take a look at the car on the other side of the pump. If there is someone elderly, or just have very dirty windows on their car, I will offer to clean them for them. NJL, Lodge 406, Reading - Sunday, February 21, 2010 at 2:58 PM

Mentoring a Neighbors son (16). He wants to be an engineer but has no idea what type or what is required. I have a business assoc in Goddard (NASA) who will show him the different types of engineers needed to build a spy satellite. Hopefully this will inspire him MSA, Lodge 406, Tilden Township, PA - Friday, February 19, 2010 at 8:54 PM

After 10 Years of Foster Parenting 50+ Children with Berks County Childrens and Youth, February 22, 2010 we leaving the program. Our last act will be to Adopt Jenna on February 22, 2010. Our 2 year old Downs Syndrome Child Many brothers of Vaux Lodge have helped and supported the foster care program of Berks County. MSA, Lodge 406, Tilden Township, PA - Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at 8:10 PM

Muncy Lodge is sponsoring a food drive. All goods collected will be donated to the local Sun Light House for distribution to local needy families. This is a lodge wide project. gaf, Lodge 299, Muncy, PA - Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at 3:32 PM

Brothers (ALS) and (RLP) put on a spaghetti supper for a local group of young adults at a local church. gaf, Lodge 299, Muncy,Pa - Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at 3:28 PM

Muncy Lodge No. 299 was proud to sponsor a bloodmobile drive at the Lodge on January 20th, 2010. There were 12 Brothers there to help set up, work during the visit and tear down afterwards. gaf, Lodge 299, Muncy, Pa - Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at 3:24 PM

Myself and another Brother helped a woman start her car after she had a dead battery. A simple act, but one we all do when needed... RB, Lodge 518, Hunker - Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at 8:02 AM

I've been an active member of the volunteer fire service for over 20 years. CBS, Lodge 308, Conshohocken PA - Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at 7:51 AM

Mom taught me that it is better to give than recieve. Having received two pints of blood during a hospital stay as a teenager, I resolved to return the favor once I became eligible to donate. Over the course of the last 25 years, I've donated whole blood and platelets (pheresis) over 160 times. CBS, Lodge 308, Conshohocken PA - Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at 7:49 AM

During the two big snowstorms, I cleared the sidewalks along my road for 1/4 mile and cleared at least 10 driveways along the way. Several neighbors offered money, but I refused, saying "That's what neighbors do." CBS, Lodge 308, Conshohocken PA - Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at 7:43 AM

A Brother has recently had a fairly serious medical procedure done. I ensure that snow is removed from the sidewalk and porch of the residence to allow caregivers access. JAL, Lodge 268, Bellefonte PA - Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at 5:29 PM

At the December Stated Meeting of Lodge #582, it was revealed that one of our Brothers and his Wife had lost their jobs and had been unemployed for six months or more. The Charity Committee awarded a generous monetary donation to the said Brother and his wife. A visiting Brother, John McCombs,J.W., from Lodge #375, was inspired by this generosity and a short time later inquired to me if the Brother was still unemployed and if so, he too wanted to help them. He, in turn, delivered to them a generous cash donation from his personal resources along with a turkey. This Masonic Random Act of Kindness reflects the goodness of the fraternity. TEB, Lodge 582, West Mifflin, Pa. 15122 - Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at 3:22 PM

I have been shoveling sidewalks in front of several Businesses in St. Marys everytime it snows just to make it easier for shoppers to get around early in the morning. CFP, Lodge 639, St. Marys PA - Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at 2:15 PM

Portage and Juniata Lodge held a Blood Drive at the Hollidaysburg Masonic Hall on January 18, 2010. The event was well supported and we had a good turn out of donors. JAW, Lodge 282, Hollidaysburg, PA - Monday, February 15, 2010 at 11:37 AM

I teach computers, primarily to senior citizens, but to anyone who who wants to learn. It is a community service job under the Senior Community Service Program of the Department of Labor. I recycle, rebuild and refurbish computers for those who need one, who can't afford to buy one and for families with children who need one. Some computers are donated to me, some I have rescued from curb-side trash, and some I have purchased at community "thrift" stores. I have probably given away several hundred computers since I first started. HEB, Lodge 427/222, Pottsville, PA - Monday, February 08, 2010 at 11:58 AM

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