Photo: The Sunday Guardian website 6/18/2026
Back in June, wildfires in the Spokane area devastated areas in Eastern Washington state.
To my knowledge, the Grand Lodge of Washington has not requested a Masonic Service Association Disaster Appeal. Instead, they are directly requesting donations via their own Washington Masonic Services website.
On August 2nd, the Grand Lodge of Washington posted the following appeal for donations to help Masons who lost everything in those fires:
As we are sure you have heard, here in Eastern Washington we are experiencing significant tragedy from wildfires as they devastate the lives of countless residents in the area just Spokane Complex Fires. Businesses, citizens, and members of our Masonic Family have lost everything.
During these challenging times, let us come together as a united and resilient Masonic community. We stand in solidarity with our Brothersand their loved ones who may be grappling with loss, displacement, or uncertainty. In the true spirit of Freemasonry, let us extend our hands and hearts to offer support wherever it is needed. While material possessions can be rebuilt, the emotional wounds caused by such events can linger. Together, we can be beacons of light for each other, providing comfort, compassion, and assistance as we are able.
We must continue to live by our Masonic values, supporting one another with unwavering strength and compassion. In unity, we will overcome this trial and emerge even stronger, for that is the essence of our Brotherhood. “These generous principles extend further, for every human being has a claim upon your kind offices.” As the dedicated charitable arm of our Grand Lodge, Washington Masonic Services (WAMS) has a disaster relief fund to support those impacted by the Spokane Complex Fires:
(https://masonscare.givecloud.co/product/779AB1C/spokane-complex-fires).
Or For more information contact Edward Woods at edward@masonscare.org or (253) 267 8210
Our WAMS case managers are also seeking to contact Masons in the area to offer their assistance.
Remember the promise you made as an Entered Apprentice Mason, and please contribute as much as necessity requires, and your ability permits.
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