Building Bridges of Hope: Sam’s Place and the Freemasons of Country Pursuits Lodge United Effort to Empower Blackpool’s Youth

Blackpool Freemasons, particularly the Country Pursuits Lodge, in supporting Sam's Place is a testament to their commitment to community welfare. Freemasons in the area are known for their philanthropic efforts, supporting a wide range of causes and initiatives that benefit the local community

Discover how the Country Pursuits Lodge of West Lancashire No. 6615, based in St. Annes-On-Sea, champions the cause of Sam’s Place, a Blackpool charity dedicated to aiding children and young adults with disabilities. Learn about their collaborative efforts to enhance employability skills, promote inclusion, and support families in need.

St Helens carers’ centre receives £7,750 donation courtesy of Lancashire Freemasons

The centre supports 465 young carers in the St Helens borough between the ages of 6 and 18, who look after sick, disabled and mental health affected parents and adults.

The lockdown, especially for the children caring for those with drug and alcohol problems, has created a greater ‘care load’, stress and isolation.

East Lancashire Hospice received £3.4k grant for essential patient communications – East Lancashire Freemasons

The East Ribble District Charity Steward Malcolm Roe, recently submitted an application for £3400 towards supporting a technology need at East Lancashire Hospice from the newly formed Regional Communications Groups. These Masonic Groups are leading the response to COVID-19 on behalf of United Grand Lodge of England and the Masonic Charitable Foundation.  The Provinces that are in the same RCG as East Lancashire are West Lancashire, Cheshire, North Wales and the Isle of Man.