About

Our Mission

To be the first choice of men of quality, who will contribute to the strength of the organization and enhance its ability to achieve its vision. Freemasonry in Minnesota shall accomplish this by creating a growing, active, relevant organization of great appeal that is well known and respected for making a difference in our local community.

As Masons, we lead by example, give back to our communities, and support numerous Masonic philanthropies. We invest in children, our neighborhoods, and our future.

Our Values

Our Mission is guided by the enduring and relevant tenets of our fraternity–Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth–and our core values, which include:

Ethics
Our lives are based on honor and integrity, and we believe that honesty, compassion, trust, and knowledge are important.

Tolerance
The fraternity values religious, ethnic, cultural, social, and educational differences. We respect the opinions of others and strive to improve and develop as human beings.

Personal Growth
Our continuous pursuit of knowledge, ethics, spirituality, and leadership brings more meaning to our lives.

Philanthropy
We make a difference in our communities through charitable giving, community service, and volunteerism.

Family
We strive to be better spouses, parents, and family members and are committed to protecting the well being of members and their families, especially when they are in need.

Freedom
Masons value the liberties outlined in the U.S. Constitution and continually promote freedom of speech and expression, freedom to worship a Supreme Being in an individual way, and other important liberties. We believe it is our duty to vote in public elections and to exercise all of our liberties within due and proper bounds.

IN THE COMMUNITY

MASONIC CHARITIES

Who We Are

In 2004, the Grand Lodge of Minnesota created Minnesota Masonic Charities, a nonprofit umbrella organization that promotes even greater levels of charity through a united focus. The Minnesota Masons contribute to charitable causes of all types; aiding other Masons, their families and all people within society. Our size, resources and capabilities rank us as one of the largest grant-making organizations in the state.

Minnesota Masonic Charities offers a capable, central foundation for the Minnesota Masons' many charitable endeavors. We are committed to strengthening the communities of Minnesota.

Our Charitable Activities

Minnesota Masonic Charities pledges compassion, commitment and capability as we serve our fraternal members, their families and others.

Minnesota Masonic Charities provides matching grants, principally in support of general public welfare in the widest sense, especially for the elderly and young people. Areas of support are broadly based and include social services, health care, medical research and education.

Getting Involved

Minnesota Masonic Charities encourages Minnesota Masons and friends to continue their contributions to our current activities, as well as seek out philanthropic opportunities we can explore together. If you would like to help by making a contribution of your money, your time or both, or if you have suggestions for other charitable activities that Minnesota Masonic Charities might consider, please let us know. Follow this link to the Minnesota Masonic Charities Home Page. 

-From the Grand Lodge of Minnesota, Bloomington

GIVING BACK IN MOUND

Mound Masonic Lodge No. 320 and its members have made significant and meaningful contributions to the Mound community for decades. As masons, its simply in our nature to pursue opportunities that result in the betterment of ourselves and those around us. All of the proceeds from our events allow us to sustain many of the annual initiatives below:

  • Masonic Scholarships for those seeking college education

  • Adopt-a-highway (County Road 51 & County Road 15 in Navarre)

  • Mound Westonka & Watertown Food Shelves

We are continually seeking new opportunities to make a positive impact. If you’re interested in being a participant or recipient of any activities or scholarships, please apply for the appropriate cause below or donate here.

Donate

Scholarship Opportunities

The Mound Masonic Lodge 320 will be awarding three $1,000 scholarships away to applicants in the local community.

Scholarships will be awarded to three qualifying students, one from each of the situations listed below, who submit a completed application form and one page essay emphasizing the following characteristics:

  • Academic Performance

  • Contribution to Community

  • Career Goals

  • Leadership Skills

  • Financial Need

Students are encouraged to add letters of recommendation from school or community members. Qualifying students must match one of the following:

  • Senior (class of ‘19) at Mound Westonka High School

  • Senior (class of ‘19) at Watertown Mayer High School
    *Students applying for a high school scholarship should contact their guidance office for applications.

  • Student attending a post secondary institution (i.e. four year institution, two year community college, or technical college)
    *Any student who wishes to apply for the post secondary scholarship should contact any member of the Lodge or use the form below.

Selection process: Following a selection by committee based on the characteristics listed above, winners will be notified and recognized at a reception. Checks will be issued to the winning recipients after their first semester grades are posted in the fall of the upcoming school year.

Adopt-a-Highway

The Mound Lodge has made road-side cleanliness a priority on highways 15 & 51 since 1998. Contact us to get involved.