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An introduction to the Masonic Samaritan Fund (MSF)

Derbyshire Festival 2014. An introduction to the Masonic Samaritan Fund (MSF). What is a Festival?. Provides financial assistance for medical, dental and respite care and support For Freemasons, their wives, partners and dependants

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An introduction to the Masonic Samaritan Fund (MSF)

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  1. Derbyshire Festival 2014 An introduction to the Masonic Samaritan Fund(MSF)

  2. What is a Festival?

  3. Provides financial assistance for medical, dental and respite care and support For Freemasons, their wives, partners and dependants Who have an identified need and are waiting for treatment or care And cannot afford private care without incurring financial hardship. What is the MSF?

  4. Provided £40m in grants to over 8,000 applicants since 1990 £494k in grants to 82 applicants in Derbyshire in the same period. What has it done?

  5. So far … “No qualifying petitioner has been refused relief due to a lack of resources” but … Its achievement …

  6. MSF is expecting to receive more applications give £4million in grants That’s nearly £11,000 per day During 2009

  7. 50% Freemasons50% families and dependants

  8. In Derbyshire …

  9. Number of applicants supported

  10. How is the money spent?

  11. Provide an emergency service Act as a Masonic BUPA Provide retrospective grants The MSF does not …

  12. Global financial situation Less self-funding Decrease in donations Increased demand Aging population By 2025 1.9 million over the age of 90 New demand in new areas Such as degenerative diseases What does the future hold for the MSF?

  13. Why the MSF needs our help

  14. The MSF has Not lost money in Icelandic Banks Diversified income streams No need to sell Investments Financial situation

  15. Because Derbyshire Cares Why Derbyshire Festival 2014?

  16. Tell others about the MSF Take out a direct debit with gift-aid declaration Participate in events and fund-raising activities Leave a bequest to the MSF Keep an eye on the websites www.msfund.org.ukand www.derbyshirefestival.org.uk What can I do to help?

  17. Any questions?

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