(by Matthew Sasser Staff Writer, Richmond Country Daily Journal, June 14, 2021)
ROCKINGHAM — The 29th Masonic District has raised $39,500 in scholarship money for students in Richmond, Robeson and Scotland Counties this year, which they will award in a ceremony later this month.
“We used to struggle to raise $500,” said District Deputy Grandmaster Nic Nicholson. “Now, we raise on average around $35,000.”
The Masons have been committed to this fundraiser for over 40 years. This year, $4,500 has come from a sister organization, the Order of the Eastern Star.
“Everyone really deserves it,” said Masonic Brother Curtis Ingram, a member for 12 years.
Many of the scholarships are given to…
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“Everyone really deserves it,” said Masonic Brother Curtis Ingram, a member for 12 years.
Many of the scholarships are given to…
read more in Richmond Country Daily Journal:
