Helping to relieve poverty and distress amongst Brethren and their families is one of the 'foundation stones' on which Irish Freemasonry is built.  Unfortunately in this new millennium it is still necessary for this work to continue. However in recent years, due to  increased generosity of  Irish Freemasons,  the  'charitable work' we engage in has been extended. The various charity committees within our Order now actively assist several very worthy 'non masonic' causes thus allowing Society as a whole to benefit from  

"the labours of Irish Freemasons"