Masonic Charitable Foundation

The support and generosity of the Masonic Charitable Foundation (MCF) has made an incredible difference to the lives of so many children and adults experiencing end of life care, and life-limiting illnesses.

On this page, you'll find stories and films illustrating the impact of their funding, which has been distributed to hospices via Hospice UK.

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Forging Connections with Young People: MCF grant enables transition project

The Masonic Charitable Foundation funded a project between Barnsley Hospice and Bluebell Wood Children's Hospice, to create a structured pathway for young people transitioning to adult hospice care in Barnsley.

The collaborative working approach they've created has become a blueprint for adult and children's hospices across the UK.

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Mariyam's story: MCF grant supports children’s hospice communities

After the death of one of her twins shortly after birth, Mariyam needed the support of Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice, where she received ongoing support on her own terms.

This film shares Mariyam’s story, and how a Masonic Charitable Foundation Grant enabled the hospice to expand their engagement with the wide and diverse communities in West Yorkshire.

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