MATCHING GRANT PROGRAMS
Partnering with Lodges to help a Mason, Spouse or Widow, or a local community nonprofit organization
Helping A Mason, Spouse or Widow
The participation of each Lodge that are members of the Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of the state of Illinois. when identifying and providing assistance to members in need is an integral part of the IMOS program. Under certain circumstances, assistance is available to assist a Lodge with these endeavors.
The IMOS program offers one dollar of matching funds for every dollar of cash contributed up to $2,000, per recipient, per fiscal year. The contribution will need to be utilized to provide necessary assistance to support an Illinois Mason / Spouse in good standing or a Widow of an Illinois Mason who was in good standing at the time of his death.
Helping A Local Community Nonprofit Organization
The Community Matching Grant Program (CMGP) supports Illinois Lodges in strengthening their communities by matching charitable donations made to qualified nonprofit organizations. This program ensures that Lodge contributions have greater impact while maintaining accountability and alignment with charitable IMOS objectives.
The IMOS program offers one dollar of matching funds for every dollar of cash contributed up to $1,000 per fiscal year. Reference the application for more details including eligible organizations.
