Our Mission

The purpose of the Foundation is to put into action the charitable tenets of Masonry. Supporting these beliefs, the Foundation addresses the following:

– Education Iowa youth by providing scholarships and support of Iowa DeMolay & Rainbow

– Funding for research into the cause and cure of Alzheimer’s disease as well as for organizations providing care, support and education of those with the disease and their caregivers

– Sponsoring our Scottish RiteCare programs for children with speech and language challenges

– Underwriting grants for charitable activities in local communities as recommended by the five Scottish Rite Valleys in Iowa

– Providing for leadership and educational programs for the betterment of Scottish Rite Freemasonry in Iowa

– Providing funds as determined appropriate by the Foundation Board of Directors