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Have you ever wanted to reach out to us for support but were unsure if you were eligible? We support Freemasons and people with a strong family connection to a Freemason.

But what does this mean exactly? To be eligible, the Freemason must be, or have been, a member of a Lodge regulated by the United Grand Lodge of England. The Freemason does not need to be a currently subscribing member, but they must have joined before the need arose.

Please note that if the Freemason’s membership is inactive, there is a set amount of time after the membership ends where an application can be submitted.

We understand that not all families look the same, so we are happy to consider other relations if they can demonstrate that a Freemason has provided them with significant financial or physical support. Whether you’re married, divorced, or widowed, a child, a step-child, grandchild or step-grandchild of a Freemason, we may be able to offer you support.

To receive support, you must be able to demonstrate that you have experienced a drop in income which means you are unable to meet daily living costs, or that an unforeseen change in your circumstances, including mental and physical health, has affected your usual income.

If you are in need of support but are feeling overwhelmed by the application process, our incredible Enquiries team is here to help. You can call them on 0800 035 60 90 or email them at help@mcf.org.uk. If you are eligible for support, a Visiting Volunteer or a member of the Advice and Support team can contact you to help fill out any forms.

Visit mcf.org.uk/eligibility-BL13 to find out more.