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Better Lives, Issue 14 is out now!

This issue focuses on empowering people to seek help during or before a crisis, featuring stories of resilient individuals who have turned their lives around.

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Hospice UK expands care outreach to homeless communities

Currently, one in 64 people in Luton are experiencing homelessness, placing it just behind London on a national scale, and ahead of many larger cities in the UK.

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Freemasons, families, and charities we have helped

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Elsie’s story

Breaking into the arts can be a daunting challenge, particularly for those from working-class backgrounds.

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Maggie’s Story

From a young age, Maggie Whitehead demonstrated an exceptional talent for golf, but the financial demand of the sport posed significant barriers for her and her family. After struggling to afford the vast sums required for Maggie’s training and competitions across the UK and Europe on his own, her father, Andy, a Freemason from Durham, reached out to the Masonic Charitable Foundation (MCF, the Freemasons’ Charity) for support. Now, as a student and golfer at the University of Virginia, Maggie is well on her way to achieving greatness in her career.

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Andrew and Gillian’s story

Freemason, Andrew suffers from bilateral osteoarthritis of the knee. In an effort to relieve some pressure from him and his wife, Andrew reached out to his Lodge Almoner to look into support available for them.

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Andy’s story

Just before COVID hit, Andy was going through a rough patch due to various things happening in his life. He was in conversation with the Secretary of one of his lodges and it became apparent to him that Andy needed support.

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Gordon’s story

Following a bout of H3N2 virus, Gordon had his life turned upside down and had to rely on support from his wife, who is now his full-time carer. Whilst receiving support from the MCF, Gordon looked for ways to give back and wanted to help others that could be in a similar situation to himself.

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Tom’s story

Tom had always dreamt of performing on stage, but when the reality of school fees and daily living costs became a barrier on the road to his success, he contacted the Masonic Charitable Foundation (MCF, the Freemason’s Charity) for support.

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Mark’s story

When Mark’s health took a decline, his life was turned upside down and he struggled to get the help he needed. After leaving the hospital, Mark had been unable to receive aftercare at home when his details was misplaced. This meant that Mark’s wife, Amanda, had to undertake all of his care.

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Benjy’s story

We were able to support professional esports athlete, Benjyfishy through his education, which has contributed to his success and recognition.

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Charlie’s story

Sixteen-year-old Charlie first skied at just two years old in Switzerland with his family. He was approached by GB X at the age of eight, while practicing at a snow centre in the UK. Soon after, he was accepted into the first-ever youth ski cross programme.

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Mark’s story

Unable to find work following the collapse of the company he worked for, Mark had to take low-paid, short-term work which left him struggling financially.

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Greenwich & Bexley Community Hospice

Greenwich & Bexley Community Hospice (GBCH) received £17,000 to improve their support for LGBTQ+ people.

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Paul’s story

Paul’s daughter, Amie, was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML). Amie and her sons had to move in with Paul and his wife for essential support.

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Doreen’s story

Doreen was a carer for her husband for four years before he passed away in 2019 from Alzheimer’s disease. Caring for him was distressing for both of them.

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Latest news

Disabled children in Wiltshire will get to participate in sports

Disabled children in Wiltshire will get to participate in sports

Over 50 children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in Wiltshire will get to participate in sports thanks to a grant to Swindon Town FC Community Foundation (STFC CF).

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Our outreach in Black communities

During Black History Month, we have taken the opportunity to reflect on our commitment to listening, learning, and honouring the remarkable achievements of the Black community and providing support during challenging times.

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Relief Chest Scheme

All the resources you need to open and manage your individual, Lodge or Provincial Relief Chest
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Gifts in Wills

Provide an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to other people’s lives, long after we are gone.

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