Masonic Service Association
The Masonic Service Association of North America (MSA) is a Cedar Rapids, IA-based organization that serves Freemasonry through education, publications, hospital visitation, disaster relief, and support to members and their dependents. The site lists programs, donation options, and contact information for the MSA office.
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
State or regional Masonic Grand Lodges or Masonic charities seeking disaster-relief funding or large, short-term relief grants that align with fraternal support purposes.
Good Fit
- • Clear Masonic or fraternal organizational identity (state Grand Lodge or Masonic charity).
- • Requests for disaster relief or emergency support that can absorb large awards.
- • Capacity to manage six-figure grants and report on relief outcomes.
- • Willingness to engage directly with the funder's office or administrators rather than rely on a formal application form.
Geography
Observed grants across multiple years went to recipients in several states and territories (examples include HI, NC, FL, SC, KY, PR), and four distinct states were funded in 2024, indicating a multi-state footprint.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows four distinct recipients (three new that year) and prior years show 2–3 recipients, but funded organizations are consistently state-level Masonic bodies, so the portfolio is institutionally narrow though it includes multiple independent recipients.
New Applicants
Behavioral evidence shows new recipients were added in 2024 (three of four), suggesting the funder does add unfamiliar grantees; however, there is no formal application process posted, so openness to new applicants is plausible but not formally documented.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
