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home a haven. "Sometimes people come to committee meetings and ask why there are so many Masons on the committees," he says with a smile. "That's because Masons work hard. Masons are important to this home and we know it." The former WhiteStone board member is so committed to the future of the home he loves, he has become a strong donor and supporter of WhiteStone and its work. He wonders if you would consider doing the same. He is among a growing number of Masons – and lodges – committing time and resources to supporting the WhiteStone expansion, a project in progress that converts many semi-private rooms to private in the Care & Wellness Center, adds 36 resident rooms in a new assisted living building which includes memory care and independent living complex. A renovated pool for residents of the Care & Wellness Center also is in the works. Working with the North Carolina Masonic Foundation, WhiteStone and its Board of Directors are engaged in a $1 million campaign for WhiteStone to help fund the expansion. Lodges, brothers, residents and friends are committed to the expansion of the home they love. Around the state, some lodges are hosting fundraisers dedicated to the Campaign for WhiteStone. Residents plan to gather with the NC Masonic Foundation for lunch in July to pledge their support of the plan to increase the charitable services available to Masons and members of the Order of the Eastern Star. There's a way for you to leave your name and establish your own legacy at WhiteStone. Remember a loved one, a dear friend, or commit to your own legacy by naming a building, an apartment, a section of this top-notch senior living community. "I celebrate successes in life or when someone passes away, I send a gift to the North Carolina Masonic Foundation," Ayres says. "Sending flowers to a funeral is a wonderful idea, but this is a great way to remember the people you love." If you have questions about the WhiteStone legacy opportunities, contact Development Director Chris Richardson at crichardson@mfnc. org or call him at 919-690-5996. EDITOR'S NOTE: Check out a new video from Worshipful Brother Bruce Ayres on our Facebook page (@NCMasonsGive) and our website, www.mfnc.org. BEACON OF LIGHT $5,000 MASTER $2,500 CRAFTSMAN $1,000 BUILDER $750 APPRENTICE $500 VISIONARY $250 Legacy Recognition Opportunities We call on you now to cement your legacy in the halls of WhiteStone and continue to honor and fulfill our obligation. Use the envelope or QR code to make your gift today. SUMMER 2 0 2 2 | 19

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