It's been said that each time someone joins the Masons, an entire community benefits.

That's no exaggeration. Freemasonry offers today's man a special outlet to make a significant difference in the world by helping those in need. By joining like-minded men of all backgrounds, members contribute to the betterment of humanity.

Iowa Freemasonry Membership means involvement In Iowa, over 31,000 men proudly work and serve as Masons. We're not searching for members who demonstrate their charity with open checkbooks; instead, we need members ready to roll up their sleeves and work as a team for the betterment of all mankind.

Members come from all walks of life, all races, all creeds and religions. In alleviating the pain and suffering of those in their times of need, Masons pull together for the common good.

Masonry makes good men better. Through association with their fellow members, men with a high regard for honesty, integrity, brotherly love, and the pursuit of truth, they truly become better men.

TEN REASONS TO BECOME A MASON

 1. Masonry is a place where you can confidently trust ever person, and entrust your family with them.

 2. Masonry is a place where, within moral and civil guidlines; free thought, free speaking and the spiritual growth of a man can grow into its fullest potential.

 3. Masonry is a place, which provides the opportunity to meet, know and call brother, outstanding individuals from all walks of life that, I would not otherwise have met.

 4. Masonry is a place to be a part of an organization that has for its principle tenets -- Brotherly Love, Relief and Truth.

 5. Masonry is a place that provides self-development opportunities, leadership training and experience, and to improve public speaking skills.

 6. Masonry is a place you can go to give support as well as seek it.

 7. Masonry is a place where moral virtues are taught and through these teachings a regular reinforcement of the moral virtues is experienced.

 8. Masonry is a place to spend time with a group of brothers, who by acting as good men make me want to become a better man. Not better than others, but better than I would otherwise been.

 9. Masonry is a place to become better prepared to serve church and community.

10. Masonry is a place to meet with established members of the community and to become a part of the community