For Future Generations
Join in the legacy of our generous Brother Warren A. Skrifvars by donating to the Scholarship Fund so it may continue to serve those who are to come after us.
Application Procedure
Applications by March 7th, Interviews by March 15th.
Applications are available from counselors at all Pueblo County High Schools, at the bottom of this page, and at Pueblo Lodge #17 A.F. & A.M., 126 Broadway, Pueblo, CO 81004. Pueblo (719) 544-1056.
APPLICATION SUBMISSION CHECK LIST:
1. Complete all four pages application form.
2. Write a personal letter including the following:
- Your goals and objectives for the future.
- Why you require financial assistance.
- Why you feel you should be selected.
3. A grade transcript covering your entire high school career including GPA and class rank.
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4. A copy of your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Student Aid Report (SAR)
5. A letter of acceptance from the University, College or other institution of higher learning listed on the application.
6. Four letters of recommendation should accompany the application. Letters should be from personal acquaintances, employers, clergy and teachers. It is best not to have all the letters from teachers. They should be from people who have known your family, over a period of time. Letter need not be in separate envelopes.
7. You must arrange for a personal interview with the Masonic Contact for Pueblo Lodge No. 17.
- Lodge Secretary Don Mangin
- Pueblo Lodge #17 A.F & A.M. 719-544-1056
- Pueblolodge17@comcast.net
8. The request for an interview must be made between January 1 and March 7. Check list items 1 thru 6 are to be complete prior to calling for the interview and be available for review at the time of the interview.
9. Bring all of the materials with you when you come for the interview. ALL INTERVIEWS MUST BE COMPLETED NO LATER THAN MARCH 15.
Masonic Charity
Although Masonic ritual varies from jurisdiction to jurisdiction, a consistent message conveyed to every candidate is that charity is an essential part of Freemasonry. In some rituals, in fact, reference is made to the wide-breadth of the star-decked canopy of Heaven and that a Mason's charity should be equally extensive. This concept has remained throughout the centuries of Freemasonry's existence.
The Heart of Freemasonry
Illustrations of Masonry, p. 72 William Preston, Printed 1772
"To relieve the distressed is a duty incumbent on all men, but particularly on Freemasons, who are linked together by an indissoluble chain of sincere affection. To soothe the unhappy, to sympathize with their misfortunes, to compassionate their miseries, and to restore peace to their troubled minds, is the great aim we have in view.
"To relieve the distressed is a duty incumbent on all men, but particularly on Freemasons, who are linked together by an indissoluble chain of sincere affection. To soothe the unhappy, to sympathize with their misfortunes, to compassionate their miseries, and to restore peace to their troubled minds, is the great aim we have in view. On this basis we form our friendships and establish our connections."
More Masonic Charities
Here are some of the programs local and national, that Colorado Masons are involved with everyday.
Educational Programs
- Masonic High School Band Camp Scholarship Program
- Colorado Benevolent Fund College Scholarships
- Colorado Benevolent Fund Vocational Educational Grants
Safety Programs
Medical Programs
- Royal Arch Research Assistance
- Knights Templar Eye Foundation
- Cryptic Masons Medical Research Foundation
- Shriners Hospitals for Children
- Scottish Rite Foundation of Colorado
Retirement and Assisted Living Programs
