How much funding does Grand Lodge Scholarship Program provide?

Grand Lodge Scholarship Program provides $2,000 in funding.

Grand Lodge Scholarship Program

THE GRAND LODGE OF KENTUCKY FREE AND

Foundation Annual Grants for Education

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Funding Amount

$2,000

Deadline

May 31, 2026

33 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Grand Lodge Scholarship Program

Purpose: Aid students in furthering their education

Overview: The Grand Lodge Scholarship, originated by Past Grand Master Ernest C. Jackson, is awarded to one lodge in each of the 3 Areas that has claimed the Traveling Gauge and accumulated the most miles during the specified period.

Award Details:

Amount: $2,000 per winning lodge

Recipients: Lodges that qualify receive one $2,000 scholarship to be awarded to a graduating high school graduate of their choice

Award Presentation: Winning lodges receive a plaque of achievement at the Annual Communication

Eligibility:

Lodge must claim the Traveling Gauge

Lodge must accumulate the most miles in their respective area

Award period: October 18, 2023 - May 1, 2024 (original cycle); subsequent cycles follow similar timeframes

Geographic Scope: Kentucky (3 Areas)

Key Dates:

Last date for claiming the Traveling Gauge: October 1, 2024

Final day for awarding scholarships: May 31, 2024

Lodge presenting the Gauge to Annual Communication

Purpose of Program: The program encourages Masonic visitation and fellowship. Lodges earn eligibility by visiting other lodges and promoting fraternal fellowship.