Funded by members’ donations, this fund is available for emergency financial assistance to members and their families. Members in need, or a member knowing of member in need, should contact the Master of the Lodge any Trustee of the Charity Fund to make the problem known. The Trustees may then evaluate the need and to determine how to alleviate the distress. All contacts are in the strictest confidence. The Charity Fund exists for the purpose of serving the needs of Lodge members, their families, widows, and orphans.