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Who we are

For centuries Freemasons have used the symbols of hand, heart and pocket to pledge practical help, genuine empathy and financial generosity to those who need it most. Inspired by this spirit of benevolence,
today we promise that same support.

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Hand

Practical Help
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Genuine Empathy
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Financial Generosity

Hand Heart Pocket is an independent charity and philanthropic foundation established by the Freemasons of Queensland with a history of helping the community for more than 115 years. We partner with other charities and philanthropists to create positive change for people in need in Queensland and Papua New Guinea, particularly young people. At a local level, we also back Freemason Lodges to support people in need and their local communities. Our Members’ deep connections to their local communities means they know exactly which local initiative to support, so together, we can help to bring our purpose – to partner for change for people in need – to life in communities across Queensland and Papua New Guinea.

Hand Heart Pocket is the trading name for the Board of Benevolence and of Aged Masons Widows and Orphans’ Fund.

Read our 2022-23 Annual Report

Read our 2021-2024 Purpose-led Strategy

Read our Consolidated Financial Report 2022-23

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OUR PURPOSE AND OUR GOAL

OUR PURPOSE

To partner for change for people in need.

OUR GOAL

Our goal is by 2030 to ensure 10,000 of Queensland’s at-risk young people have the outcomes they need to thrive in adult life.

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Our values are

GENEROUS HUMANITY

We honour Freemason traditions of empathy, respect, friendship and giving to those in need.

OPTIMISTIC THINKING

We approach challenges with an optimistic mindset to inspire creative solutions and positive change.

OPEN COLLABORATION

We actively collaborate with each other and our partners to achieve shared goals.

PURPOSEFUL RISK-TAKING

We apply judgement to unlock opportunities and take risks, that deliver impact and rewards.

AUTHENTIC IMPACT

We align our actions with our intentions and strive for meaningful and transparent contributions to society.

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News24 03 15 Frrr Grant Round 1

Queensland communities prepare for disaster and act to reduce climate change

Prevention is better than a cure and the same certainly goes for natural disasters. Backing rural and remote communities to better prepare for weather events and act now to reduce the risks from a changing climate, means they can bounce back sooner and have better long-term social and economic outcomes. Seven community-led projects will share […]
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News24 03 06 Allan Common Good Charity

Allan serves up a treat and has his hours matched for medical research

If you’re at the Brisbane EKKA (Exhibition) you can’t go past the iconic Strawberry Sundae. For generations families have enjoyed the EKKA staple, that not only puts smiles on faces but also raises funds for life-saving medical research at the Prince Charles Hospital Foundation, through the Common Good charity. Allan Connors of Athole Lodge is […]
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News24 01 16 Seq Storms Latest News

$150,000 donated on behalf of the Freemasons of Queensland to help our disaster-affected communities recover this summer

Hand Heart Pocket has responded quickly each time disaster has struck over the summer, with $150,000 now donated on behalf of the Freemasons of Queensland to our disaster response partner GIVIT since December 2023.   Our response includes:  – $100,000 in disaster assistance in North and Far North Queensland, after Tropical Cyclone Jasper and Tropical Cyclone […]
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Voices of young people influence millions in funding for Youth Foyers for young Queenslanders

Hand Heart Pocket welcomes today’s announcement by the Queensland Government for eight new Youth Foyers across the state. The first three of the new Youth Foyers will be delivered in Cairns, Hervey Bay and the Moreton Bay region, with the remaining five pipeline sites to be confirmed. The announcement comes after 18 months’ of advocacy […]
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News23 12 22 Miles Lcp Year 1 Results

How the Freemasons of Miles are contributing to their community

They say that volunteering is good for you and the Freemasons of Miles would be the first to agree. While there might only be six Freemasons in the Western Downs region, they are as active as ever in the community, pitching in alongside other local volunteers. You’ll find them sorting fiction from non-fiction at Fully […]

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