BELLINGEN Men’s Shed has wasted no time in putting a $5000 donation from the Coffs Harbour Freemasons to good use.
The donation was made possible thanks to regular fundraising by Freemasons in the Coffs Harbour area, through activities such as barbecues, along with generous support from members.
A sum of $2500 was raised by local fundraisers, with the ACT/NSW Freemasons, through Masonic Care, matching that amount.
The funding has enabled the purchase of a new Laguna table saw and a drum sander, and the men and women members of the Men’s Shed are now looking forward to using these new additions to enhance their skillsets and creativity.
Phil Robertson, Regional Executive Officer for Northern Zone Freemasons, accompanied by Colin and Leonie Fitzgerald, travelled to Bellingen on Wednesday, 23 July to present the members of the Men’s Shed with the cheque.
Mr Robertson said the Freemasons is a fraternal organisation that focuses on moral and ethical conduct, charity, charitable work and community service.
“The Freemasons of Coffs Harbour have played a significant role in supporting the CanDoCancer Trust, providing financial assistance to local cancer patients and their families,” Phil said.
Bellingen Men’s Shed President Michael Beasley thanked Mr Robertson and the broader Freemason community for the donation.
Members of the Men’s Shed also expressed their thanks, and their excitement as they look forward to putting their new equipment to good use.
By Susan KONTIC
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