(Atlantic, Iowa) – The Atlantic Chamber Ambassadors were hosted by the Masonic Pymosa Lodge Thursday, March 16th, 2023. The Ambassadors learned about the Annual Masonic Scholarship Fundraiser, which includes a St. Patrick’s Day Stew Feed taking place this evening.

Donnie Drennan shared about the rich history of philanthropy of the Masonic organization and their annual fundraiser for the scholarship fund. Annual scholarships are awarded to area seniors to help offset the cost of tuition and vary in amount depending on donations the organization has received throughout the year. The Mason’s have been handing out scholarships to graduating Atlantic High School Seniors for over 30 years and as of this year, the organization will be opening scholarship applications to the CAM School District. Donnie thanked the community for their continued generosity and shared that in his 32 years with the Pymosa Lodge, the organization has awarded over $35,000 in scholarships.

The Irish Stew Feed is the main fundraiser for the organization, but the Masons also collect aluminum cans to be recycled. The money made through the can redemption goes directly into the scholarship fund. The Manson’s now have three drop-off locations: The Masonic Lodge, Boes Repair Inc, and the Cass County Landfill. Community members can also contact a Mason to have cans picked up from their home or business.

Ambassadors and Masons (Left to Right): David York, Gary Warwick, Rick Mericle, BJ Hart, Colt Doherty, Kathie Hockenberry, Anne Quist, Lana Westphalen, Julie Waters, Beth Spieker, John Bricker, Jim Kickland, Sue Liston, Bailey Smith, Donnie Drennan, Bill Saluk, Elaine Otte, Krysta Hanson, Dr. Keith Leonard, Dolly Bergmann, Amanda Hansen, Megan Sramek, Kelsey Beschorner, Brian York, Jeremy Butler, Rosa Schlapa, Rob Claussen. (Photo/story courtesy the Atlantic Chamber)

The 7th Annual Masonic Scholarship St. Patrick’s Day Stew Feed Fundraiser will be held tonight, March 17th from 5-7:30 PM. They will be serving Beef Stew, Vegetable Stew and Irish Soda Bread for a free will donation at the Masonic Lodge. The meal can be enjoyed inside the Lodge or via drive through lane alongside the building.

For further information about the Annual Irish Stew Feed, Scholarship Program, or to donate, please contact 402-740-1717.

The Masonic Lodge/ Pymosa Lodge #271 is located at 1010 SW 7th Street in Atlantic.