Wisconsin Freemasonry

09/07/2026

On this Labor Day, Wisconsin Freemasons honor every hand that builds, serves, and lifts others up.

The working tools remind us that honest labor is more than a living — it’s a calling. May we square our work, level our dealings, and continue to strengthen our communities together in friendship and Brotherly Love.

Have a happy and safe Labor Day, Brothers!

09/05/2026

Charity is not a once-a-year observance for Wisconsin Freemasons. It is an everyday goal. It is Relief in action.

On this International Day of Charity, Wisconsin Freemasonry invites every Brother, family member, and friend of our great fraternity to support MW Joseph E. Thompson’s Grand Master’s Appeal: Breast Cancer Recovery.

These survivor-led retreats give women facing breast cancer a place to heal emotionally—mind, body, and spirit—in the company of others who understand the journey. Your gift helps provide that space.

Through our Wisconsin Masonic Foundation, many donations can be matched so every dollar goes further. Give today. Help a sister find hope and move forward.

Donate: via the QR code below or at bcrecovery.org
Mail: Breast Cancer Recovery, 34 Schroeder #220, Madison, WI 53711

Thank you for helping women heal—together. Every donation makes a difference!

09/04/2026

Waverly Lodge Brothers donated $5,500 worth of necessities for their neighbors and students in their area following the massive and destructive storms earlier this summer. This is what RELIEF looks like - proud of you, Brothers!

Thank you to the Waverly Lodge No. 51 for bringing $5,500 worth of underwear, bedding, and school items to assist those in need following the tornado! We are so grateful for their support.

09/03/2026

Congratulations to the Brothers of Wautoma Freemasons Lodge who recently hosted their annual “Corn and Baked Potatoes Scholarship Fundraising Dinner” complete with fellowship, a delicious meal, and meaningful support for local students. Special thanks to our Wisconsin Freemasonry Leadership Team MWGM Joe Thompson, DGM Earl Gunderson, and their ladies for joining the evening, and to School District Administrator Craig Hayes for sharing insight on the challenges and opportunities facing our schools.

Most of all, congratulations to the three scholarship recipients who were able to attend the dinner — your hard work and potential are exactly why we invest in the next generation! Keep making us proud!

09/02/2026

“Wisconsin Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons had the honor of sponsoring the Northeast Conference of Grand Masters. Presentations were presented by WB Mike Burnham, SGD; Bro. Peter Tourville, Foundation; WB Matt Konradt, DD12; WB Kyle Grahn, SGS and RWJGW Matt Ivens; and WB Paul Larson, JGD. I have received so many thank you emails and text messages regarding the outstanding work these individuals did. They were amazing! Congratulations on representing Wisconsin Freemasonry with the highest quality one could imagine! We also need to recognize MWGS Michael A. DeWolf for his countless hours of planning and developing this outstanding conference. A huge thank you to our Grand Lodge Ladies, Julie Thompson, Annie DeWolf, Pam Burnham and Breanne Ivens for entertaining our Guests Ladies.” - Grand Master Joe Thompson

By Most Worshipful Grand Master of Masons in Wisconsin Brother Joseph E. Thompson I can’t believe the months of July, and half of August have come and gone! It seems like just yesterday I began this journey in the East. July started with our regular Lodge meeting at Olive Branch on July 1. It was ...

09/02/2026

Wisconsin Freemasons and our partners continue to make positive impacts in communities throughout the state - recently, a donation of 55 AED defibrillators was made to the Waukesha School District through the Wisconsin Masonic Foundation! This donation helps these schools be better prepared for cardiac emergencies for students, teachers, parents and visitors - making their community safer and stronger!

09/01/2026

Brothers from Middleton-Ionic Lodge held a successful pig roast during their community’s annual “Good Neighbor Days” - helping Middleton celebrate this festive occasion while also helping to raise awareness of Wisconsin Freemasonry and Wisconsin DeMolay - great job, Brothers!

08/30/2026

The Wisconsin Widows Sons and Freemasons from across Wisconsin and Illinois once again took to the road for their Annual Grand Master Charity Motorcycle Ride yesterday, raising funds for the Grand Master’s Appeal: Breast Cancer Recovery. The ride started out following the roads and trails that surround the beautiful Three Pillars campus in Dousman - and then continued through the scenic Kettle Moraine region of south central Wisconsin.

Brotherhood on two wheels. Relief in every mile. Thank you to every rider, passenger, volunteer, and donor who showed up and helped raise money for this tremendous cause!

It was a great day for a motorcycle ride with the Wisconsin Widows Sons MRA Green Dragon Chapter for their annual Grand Masters ride to benefit the Grand Master Appeal. The day was filled with riding, raffles, food and fellowship. Our MWGM Joe Thompson along with DD8 Danny Wohlfert and DD12 Matt Konradt joined in on the fun.

08/29/2026

Wisconsin Freemasons continue to support and be a major sponsor of the All Star Soccer Games for the State of Wisconsin. Freemasons have been volunteering at and supporting the Wisconsin Soccer Coaches Association program for young soccer players for over 35 years! Great job, Brothers! ⚽️

Proud to announce that the Wisconsin Freemasons are continuing to support and be part of the All Star Soccer Games for the State of Wisconsin. Working with the Wisconsin Soccer Coaches Association we have been a part of this program for over 35 years.

08/29/2026

Congratulations to Brother Kaine Evans who was passed to the degree of Fellow Craft at Dodgeville Lodge this week!

Very nice FC degree last night in Dodgville. If you look close there are a couple #79 brothers in attendance along with MWGM Joe Thompson. The degree team was awesome.

As a side note, something I learned last night. No one is allowed to knock and enter until the lodge opening is complete. Unless it is the Grand Master!!
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