(Atlantic, Iowa) – The Atlantic Chamber Ambassadors were hosted by the Masonic Pymosa Lodge Thursday, March 7th, 2024. The Ambassadors learned about the Annual Masonic Scholarship Fundraiser, which includes a St. Patrick’s Day Stew Feed on Sunday, March 17th.

John Bricker & Mike Blevins 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. The organization thanks the community for their continued generosity.

The Irish Stew Feed is the main fundraiser for the organization, but the Mason’s also collect aluminum cans to be recycled. The money made through the can redemption goes directly into the scholarship fund. The Mason’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): Jeff Christensen, BJ Hart, Mel Newton, Alisha Wagner, Mike Blevins, Graydon Schmidt, Krysta Hanson, John Bricker, Dr. Keith Leonard, Kathie Hockenberry, Jim Kickland, Lana Westphalen

The 8th Annual Masonic Scholarship St. Patrick’s Day Stew Feed Fundraiser will be held Sunday, 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.