Saturnian Chapter No 7563 is part of the North Fylde Group who meet at the Masonic Hall, West Drive, Cleveleys. Every year they identify a number of local worthy causes who they feel will benefit from charitable giving. This year the first principal of Saturnian Chapter, Shaun Haynes chose Fylde Kids Foundation and Men’s Shed, Fleetwood to each receive a cheque for £250.
Shaun Haynes said: “I read a number of local websites and noticed that Fylde Kids Foundation first began mid-2023, (following COVID), when local businesses saw schools and youth groups reaching out for help. It was clear from reading this that children in our local community needed help with basic items and every day essentials such as pens, pencils and other school equipment to help them in their studies. The staff of Fylde Kids Foundation clearly understand from the data it has collected that young people’s lives are being affected by hardship. We, as Freemasons, are delighted to be able to give them this contribution to their important work in helping children build positive futures.” To learn more about Fylde Kids Foundation, click here.
Shaun continued: “I was also particularly impressed with the online information for the Fleetwood based Men’s Shed. Their website was very interesting and of considerable interest to many of our Masonic members. Men’s Shed provides the environment and social activities for men to talk about their mental health, to learn about mental health, to be part of a group and not be social isolated. To have access to a range of activities where the building is used to promote practical activities is also a bonus. I was delighted that Dave Whitworth popped along to meet us. Dave’s specifically looks after ex-military people at Men’s Shed. I chose this charity because there probably isn’t a person in Fleetwood who hasn’t felt the benefit of Men’s Shed at some point, be it for themselves or a friend or relative.” To learn more about Men’s Shed, click here.
At a committee meeting at West Drive, Cleveleys, Saturnian Chapter companions invited recipients from both charities, Dave Whitworth of Men’s Shed, Fleetwood and Tom Wyatt of Fylde Kids Foundation to attend, meet committee members and receive a charitable donation to further their work.
