Better Lives

Discover how open communication can be a powerful tool during a crisis. In this introduction, Steve Warren explains the importance of starting conversations when you’re struggling, offering practical tips to help you take that first step towards finding support.

Asking for help can be tough, but it is a vital part of overcoming challenges. This article explores the common barriers people face and explains that the MCF is here to offer confidential and compassionate support whenever you need it.

This article highlights the importance of managing your finances before they become a crisis and describes how the MCF supported Andy, a Freemason with Cystic Fibrosis, through his financial challenges.

Step into a typical day with Kath Betts, an MCF Adviser, and see how she provides vital support to Freemasons and their families. From responding to urgent needs to offering ongoing guidance, Kath’s work shows the real impact of connections and conversations.

The MCF’s Advice and Support Team (AST) offers more than you might think. This article explains the full range of services available.

Be inspired by John’s story of resilience. After facing homelessness and mental health challenges, short-term financial support from the MCF helped him turn his life around, leading him to start a charity that is making a difference in his community.

Wayne’s story is one of gratitude and giving back. After the MCF supported his daughter’s surgery, Wayne was determined to raise money and help others receive the same life-changing support.

Mental health challenges can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone. This article explains how the MCF provides access to mental health support for Freemasons and their families, helping them regain stability in difficult times.

Have questions about MCF grants? This Q&A article explains what qualifies as a drop in income, the application process, and who is eligible for support, ensuring you have the information you need to seek help.