Giving 
Supporting the Young,
and Young at Heart
Supporting those who came before us, and those who are our future, Masonic’s proud not-for-profit status is built on a legacy of giving back to others. Masonic’s vision is focused on the care and nurturing of our most beloved populations – aging adults and children.
Giving Programs
We invite donors to participate in programs that mirror their values and preserve their interests, as well as, meet their needs for recognition, belonging and feeling of making a difference.
One Gift Can Touch Many Lives
Charitable Care 
A Charitable Care gift is for donors who would like their contributions to be used toward Masonic’s greatest needs as a community as a whole, or at our Louisville Campus. Charitable Care contributions offset the $4.1 million per year subsidized by Masonic for residents who cannot fully pay for services.
Masonic’s Charitable Care includes Masonicare; a program to provide nursing care and other services to Masons, their wives or widows who require financial support while residing at Masonic’s Louisville Campus. Each year, generous donors have provided more than $1.5 million of support through Masonicare.
Donors who make a gift to Sproutlings Pediatric Day Care & Preschool’s Charitable Care general fund can be confident in knowing their contributions will be used toward the greatest needs which could include specialized, adaptive equipment, programs, technology and supplies.
FM is an opportunity for any donor to make recurring, monthly donations to support Charitable Care at Masonic. Gifts made by Brothers, their wives or widows will be calculated by lodge affiliation. When total contributions made by lodge members equal a Badge of a Mason giving level, the lodge will be recognized.
Friends of Sproutlings is an opportunity for any donor to make recurring, monthly donations to support Sproutlings.
Funds raised will be used to support Masons and widows that may need assistance while residing at Masonic. This dedicated Masonic lodge program introduces a special apron for each level of giving. All participating lodges will be recognized at the John E. Moyer Master Masons Dinner.
Gifts made in memory or in honor of an individual, or to commemorate an event are a meaningful way to provide a tribute to a person or organization. Gifts can be a one-time donation or reoccurring contributions.
Capital Fund 
Donations to our Capital Fund allows Masonic to prosper, change and remain a leader in community living and care. Gifts are used to refurbish and renovate existing spaces, support new construction, transportation needs and other endeavors to ensure our prosperity for years to come.
Masonic’s communities are designed to support and encourage a healthy lifestyle with access to a full continuum of health care and activities on the Louisville Campus. Gifts to this project will support the development of an Outdoor Activity Center to include two pickleball courts, two shuffleboard courts, one bocce ball court, one horseshoe court, multiple recreational sitting areas and one open-air pavilion.
Endowment 
Masonic’s endowment grows a donor’s gift through investable assets, which are used for operations or programs consistent with the wishes of our contributors.
The James Garnett Fellowship supports Masonic’s endowment fund to help continue Past Grand Master Garnett’s commitment to ensuring the prosperity of our communities in Louisville and Shelbyville. New members will receive a lapel pin and frame able certificate.
The Olmsted Society was created to recognize individuals who have named Masonic as a beneficiary of their will, life insurance policy and/or gift annuity. Members are recognized at Masonic’s Olmsted Society banquet with a membership gift, lapel pin, and receive invitations to Olmsted Society exclusive events.
Workforce Support
Masonic values our employees because of the passion they bring to the profession and the belief that by first caring for our employees, the residents and others in our care will benefit from this support. Masonic has a variety of programs to support and grow these individuals.
Masonic extends its hand to help employees during times of crisis and need. The IMPACT fund is support for employees, which includes an application process and committee review, with the goal of supporting the ones who support and care for our residents and patients.
The Madelyn Johnson Raderer Nursing Education Scholarship was established to provide financial support to employees to further their education as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), License Practical Nurse (LPN), or Registered Nurse (RN).
Scholarship provides financial support to outstanding employees seeking to further their career in health care.
Ways to Support Our Mission
There are many ways you can help us further our mission. Any donation, small or large, will make a huge difference in the lives of our residents and children.
Cash, Check or Credit Card
Our secure online giving portal makes giving easy. Donate Now. Check donations, made payable to Masonic Homes Kentucky, can be mailed to Masonic Homes Kentucky, Mission Advancement, 330 Masonic Home Drive, Masonic Homes, Kentucky 40041.
Gifts In-Kind
Gifts of goods and services can provide financial savings or fulfill a particular community need.
Matching Gifts
Many corporations will match philanthropic donations made by their employees.
Personal Property or Real Estate
Legal and financial advisors can provide consultation about gifting real estate and personal property to Masonic.
Stock and Securities
You may be able to realize substantial tax savings by making a gift of stock or other securities.
Wills, Estates and Other Planned Gifts
Designations of gifts can be made through your will or other planned giving arrangements.
Volunteer
If you would like to donate your time, we’d love to have you assist at one of our fundraising events! Click here to reach out to our Mission Advancement Department to learn more.
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Masonic Homes Kentucky is a 501(c)(3), not-for-profit institution. All gifts made to the organization are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Please consult your legal and/or financial advisors to determine the deductibility of your gifts. Charitable gifts from our donors benefit the people we serve, and have allowed us to provide many of the features and amenities that make our communities so exceptional.
Additional Giving Information
Masonic Homes Kentucky has met the Better Business Bureau’s 20 Standards for Charity Accountability and is a BBB Accredited Charity.
We share the effects of our philanthropy with donors and the Masonic fraternity in our annual Masonic Impact Report.
We share regular updates with the charitable community on GuideStar.org. Relevant tax information can be reviewed by contacting our Corporate Resource Center.
Each quarter, donors receive a newsletter (print and electronic options available) from our Mission Advancement team. Check out the most recent Donor Newsletter – Spring 2024.