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How much does it cost to join Freemasons?

by Iftar
(Nairobi- Kenya)

Hi. I would like to know if one has to pay for joining your society.
The reason is that some of the websites used to tell that one must have to pay for joining.
I am interested in joining.

Iftar.

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Sep 01, 2010
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by: Tim

Iftar,

Thank you for your question. Yes, there are financial requirements and obligations involved in becoming a Freemason, and in remaining in good standing with your Lodge. In general the financial requirements are the initiation fee and the annual dues.

The initiation fee is a one time fee that must be paid in whole or in part prior to the initiatory degree of Entered Apprentice. This fee covers the expenses involved in conferring the three degrees, as well as the clerical expenses involved in creating your membership. The amount of the fee varies depending on the Grand Lodge jurisdiction and the Lodge itself. Strictly as an example, one of the Lodges I belong to has an initiation fee of $125 USD. Depending on the type of Lodge and the jurisdiction the amount can be considerably more. The only way to know for sure how much this fee will be is to contact a member of the Lodge and ask.

The annual dues are required to maintain your good standing with your Lodge. These monies generally support the basic operations of the Lodge and Grand Lodge. They keep the lights on, the water flowing, provide for insurance, form the fundamental budget for general expenses, and perhaps provide for some charitable giving. The amount of these dues is generally split between your Lodge and the Grand Lodge of the jurisdiction. The amount of the annual dues is set in the bylaws of each Lodge, so it can vary from one Lodge to another. Again, strictly as an example, the annual dues for one of the Lodges I belong to is $45 USD. In some parts of the world, and even in other parts of the U.S., the amount can be considerably different. Only your local Freemason can say for sure.

These are the required financial expenses in order to become and remain a Freemason in good standing. However, charity is one of the fundamental tenets of Freemasonry, and while acts of charity are not limited to financial giving there are abundant opportunities to contribute. As Freemasons and as citizens we are expected to give according to our means without injury to ourselves or family.

Thank you again for your question Iftar. If I can be of further assistance please don't hesitate to call on me again.

Fraternally yours,

Tim

Aug 25, 2011
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Personal growth and business development
by: JAMES MUNYWOKI

please i want to join freemason lodge, i am in NAIROBI help cell no- 0722227121

Aug 25, 2011
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James....
by: Anonymous

East Africa, District GL of 49 Lodges – 33 in Kenya

Freemasons’ Hall

PO Box 40828

Nairobi

Kenya

Sep 07, 2011
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how do i join u people
by: ochi

where,when n what time am eager to meet u please help my email is ochiengdenis23@yahoo.com

Sep 17, 2011
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joining
by: Anonymous

i'd wish to join the fraternity but i'm in kakamega western province,is there any lodge around western?

Oct 07, 2011
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JOINING
by: chrisdion

I WOLD LIKE TO JOIN YOU GUY AM IN ZANZIBAR NUNGWI

Jan 30, 2012
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location
by: jonie

hi guyz anyone eho can guide me to a lodge in nairobi or thika 0729059370

Feb 27, 2012
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help me
by: ishmael

i want to join but am cashless 0710688101 help me

Mar 06, 2012
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Can I get this kind of a help from you people?
by: Anonymous

I am in financial crisis at the moment. Is there in a way I can get out of this problems through your organisation?

Mar 24, 2012
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CASH
by: Anonymous

Not much compared to the benefits and privileges of becoming a member. if you are interested look for a member in case of Kenya.

Mar 24, 2012
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secrecy
by: Papa

members are very secretive as much as East Africa is concerned, getting a member is by luck hence not easy but there are those members who want to help. they are out there giving numbers. all you need to to is do a lot of research on the net and you will get there phone numbers. try your luck the interested.

Mar 25, 2012
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Please beware of scam Masonic Web sites
by: Tim

Please be advised that there are scam Masonic Web sites out there that will promise you membership and all manner of things in exchange for a fee. They will take your money and you will receive nothing. Or worse, they will send you a certificate or some other communication stating that you are a member when in fact you are not. You can not join the Masonic fraternity online or by mail or by any other means except in person after having been properly investigated by a committee of the lodge and balloted on by the members of the lodge. This is a universal requirement. Please do not be fooled by these scammers who will take advantage of your desire to join Freemasons.

You can only join by first making contact and meeting face to face with members of a lodge in your geographic region. To locate a lodge near you begin your research by doing Web searches using terms such as, 'grand lodge' or 'masonic lodge' and include the name of your city, state, province, region or country. Freemasonry is active in many parts of the world, but unfortunately not all. If Freemasonry is active in your country you will find information on the Web that will lead you to more information.

Freemasonry thrives where freedom exists. You will not become wealthy or powerful or famous by becoming a Freemason. You will have opportunity to serve your fellow man and become a better person. If this is your desire then you will find Freemasonry a rewarding and fulfilling journey.

Sincerely and Fraternally,

Tim

Mar 26, 2012
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hello brothers
by: muhammed

Hello Brothers. We need to be together as one. Am from lagos state where i know we have few members. Am a full time researcher on freemason and wish to be a member. Masonry is part of my tradition and- we all shall made it. I wish to be contacted as soon as possible. Call me on +2348060840628

Mar 26, 2012
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How to join the freemason
by: Anonymous

if you are on research this is the number +************, just leave your message and someone is going to work for you. strictly East AFRICA

Message from Tim:
I am sorry but I can not verify the telephone number left in this post. It may be a genuine offer of assistance, but it may also be a complete fraud. If the author of this post would like to contact me and verify your membership in the Masonic fraternity I will be happy to re-post the number. Thanks.

Apr 13, 2012
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i want to join freemason
by: Ken Hassan

am interested in joining the brotherhood,please help

May 18, 2012
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mason NEW
by: james

i woull like to join the frerternity at my own will my tel no is 0752491497

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