Across the Sunshine State, Masons are volunteering their time, raising funds for those in need, and building stronger communities. See how we're making a difference near you.
See how Florida Masons are making a difference
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Florida has 29 Masonic districts with nearly 200 lodges.
Florida Masons are committed to serving our communities
Our 5-star rated care facility in St. Petersburg provides lifelong care for aging Masons, their wives, and widows on 18 beautiful acres—regardless of ability to pay.
We provide emergency financial relief to Master Masons, their wives, widows, and orphans facing hardship. No worthy brother or family is left behind.
We feed the homeless, donate time and money to local charities, and support families in need throughout Florida's communities.
We invest in future leaders through scholarships and youth organizations including DeMolay, Rainbow Girls, and Job's Daughters.
The Masonic Medical Research Laboratory advances scientific understanding of heart disease, saving countless lives through groundbreaking cardiovascular research.
When hurricanes and disasters strike Florida, Masons are among the first to respond—providing supplies, shelter, and rebuilding support to affected communities.
Freemasonry is connected to other organizations making a difference
Shriners are Masons who go a step further. They operate 22 children's hospitals across North America providing free specialized medical care—orthopedics, burns, spinal cord injuries, and cleft lip/palate—regardless of ability to pay.
Learn more →The largest fraternal organization that both men and women can join. Open to Master Masons and their female relatives, Eastern Star members support scholarships, disaster relief, and community service worldwide.
Learn more →The Grand Lodge of Florida was founded on July 6, 1830—fifteen years before Florida became a state. Today, over 300 lodges and 30,000 Masons continue that legacy of brotherhood and service across the Sunshine State.
Visit Grand Lodge →In a world of fleeting connections, Masonry offers something real
As adults, making real friends is hard. Masonry provides a brotherhood of men who have your back—in good times and bad. These aren't casual acquaintances; they become lifelong friends.
"We take good men and make them better." Through ritual, reflection, and mentorship, Masonry provides a structured path for personal growth and self-improvement.
Join a tradition older than America itself. Leave a legacy for your sons and grandsons. Be part of a fraternity that has shaped leaders for over 300 years.
Men who shaped history were also Brothers
1st US President
Founding Father
26th US President
Apollo 11 Astronaut
Actor & Icon
Jazz Legend
14 US Presidents • 9 Signers of the Declaration of Independence • Countless Leaders Worldwide
Real stories from Florida Masons
"I joined looking for fellowship and found a family. These men showed up when my father passed, helped me move, and celebrated my son's graduation. That's what brotherhood means."
"As a young professional, I wanted more than networking events. Masonry taught me leadership, gave me mentors, and connected me with men I genuinely respect. Best decision I ever made."
"My grandfather was a Mason. My father was a Mason. Now I'm raising my sons in the Craft. It's not just tradition—it's values worth passing down. Integrity, charity, brotherly love."
Curious? Here's how it works
Fill out the interest form or visit a lodge. You'll be welcomed warmly—no pressure, no obligations.
Share a meal, ask questions, and get to know the members. They want to learn about you too.
When you're ready, submit a petition. The lodge votes, and if accepted, your Masonic journey begins.
Through three meaningful degrees, you'll learn the lessons that have guided men for centuries.
Join thousands of Florida men who have found brotherhood, purpose, and a chance to make a difference.