named programs · 3 · from sources
what they call their work
Aztlan Lodge No. 1 Masonic Cemetery
Masonic cemetery maintained by the lodge for interment of members and their spouses, located on Carondolet Road in Prescott
Cornerstone Laying and Historical Re-enactments
Participation in civic and historical ceremonies, such as the 1916 Yavapai County Courthouse cornerstone laying re-enactment
Fain Memorial Outdoor Degree
Annual outdoor Masonic degree conferral held at Fain Ranch in Dewey, AZ, featuring ritual work, fellowship, and a barbecue lunch; open to visiting Masons
activities · 2 clusters
what they do
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Masonic Ritual and Lodge Operations 11 activities
- Conducts Masonic degree conferrals and ceremonial ritesRegularly confers Masonic degrees, including the Entered Apprentice and Master Mason degrees, and conducts lodge funerals and re-enactment ceremonies, such as the 2016 re-enactment of the Yavapai County Courthouse cornerstone laying.
- Conducts regular Masonic degree conferrals and lodge operationsConfers Masonic degrees, including the Entered Apprentice and Master Mason degrees, and conducts lodge funerals and other traditional Masonic rituals as part of ongoing lodge activities, with records of such work dating back to 1865.
- Hosts annual outdoor Masonic degree ceremonyOperates the Fain Memorial Outdoor Degree at Fain Ranch in Dewey, Arizona, where the Master Mason degree is conferred annually as part of a longstanding tradition initiated by Past Master Bill Fain. The event includes ceremonial work and fellowship activities such as a barbeque lunch.
- Hosts annual outdoor Masonic degree ceremonyOperates the Fain Memorial Outdoor Degree at Fain Ranch in Dewey, Arizona, where the Master Mason degree is conferred on candidates during an annual event that includes ceremonial rites and fellowship activities such as a barbeque lunch. This tradition began with Past Master Bill Fain and continues at a site on State Route 69.
- Hosts annual outdoor Masonic degree ceremony at Fain RanchOperates the Fain Memorial Outdoor Degree at Fain Ranch in Dewey, Arizona, where the Master Mason degree is conferred annually, continuing a tradition initiated by Past Master Bill Fain. The event includes ceremonial proceedings and fellowship activities such as a barbeque lunch.
- Maintains a historic cemetery for Masonic members and spousesOwns, maintains, and operates a cemetery in Prescott, Arizona, established as a burial site for Masonic brethren, their spouses, and notable historical figures including Arizona pioneers and Civil War veterans. The lodge has conducted cemetery improvements, including fencing in 1868 and re-interring members.
- Manages and maintains a Masonic cemeteryOwns and maintains a cemetery in Prescott, Arizona, used for interring Arizona pioneers, Union and Confederate veterans, and Masonic brethren. The lodge selected the site in 1867, built a fence around it in 1868, and continues to maintain it as a burial ground for members and spouses.
- Organizes local Masonic events and meetingsConducts regular meetings, degree conferrals, and special events in Prescott, Prescott Valley, and surrounding areas, including historical re-enactments such as the 2016 Yavapai County Courthouse cornerstone laying ceremony. The lodge has held meetings since 1864 and continues to organize gatherings for members.
- Organizes local Masonic events in Prescott and Prescott ValleyPlans and conducts Masonic gatherings and events in Prescott Valley and Prescott, Arizona, fostering community and fraternal engagement among members.
- Organizes local Masonic events in central ArizonaPlans and conducts events in Prescott, Prescott Valley, and surrounding areas, including ceremonial re-enactments such as the 2016 Yavapai County Courthouse cornerstone laying, and regular lodge meetings and functions.
- Owns and maintains a historic Masonic cemeteryOwns, maintains, and operates a cemetery in Prescott, Arizona, established in the 1860s, where Arizona pioneers, Union and Confederate veterans, and Masonic brethren are interred. The lodge selected the site in 1867, built a fence around it in 1868, and continues to steward it as a burial ground for members and spouses.
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Uncategorized 6 activities
- Conducts Masonic degree conferrals and ceremonial ritesRegularly confers Masonic degrees, including the Entered Apprentice and Master Mason degrees, and conducts formal lodge funerals and re-enactment ceremonies such as the 2016 re-enactment of the Yavapai County Courthouse cornerstone laying from 1916.
- Hosts annual outdoor degree ceremony at Fain RanchOperates the Fain Memorial Outdoor Degree at Fain Ranch in Dewey, Arizona, hosting an annual event on State Route 69 where the Master Mason degree is conferred on candidates, accompanied by fellowship activities such as a barbeque lunch. This tradition began with Past Master Bill Fain and continues as a recurring ceremonial program.
- Leads lodge operations through formal leadership structureMaintains a formal leadership structure with a Master and supporting officers responsible for governance and operational continuity of the lodge.
- Organizes local Masonic events in Prescott and Prescott ValleyPlans and conducts events in Prescott and Prescott Valley, Arizona, including ceremonial meetings and community gatherings that support fellowship and Masonic traditions.
- Owns and maintains a historic cemetery in PrescottOwns, maintains, and operates a cemetery in Prescott, Arizona, used for interring Arizona pioneers, Union and Confederate veterans, Masonic brethren, and spouses. The lodge selected the site in 1867, built a fence around it in 1868, and continues to manage it as a burial ground.
- Provides historical and fraternal relief supportHistorically provided financial aid to members in need, such as expending $66 in the 1860s to assist a sick and destitute brother from another lodge, reflecting early fraternal relief efforts.
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financials · form 990 · fy2022
the money
revenue
Total revenue$248K
Contributions & grants$115K46%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$41K16%
Other revenue$93K
expenses
Total expenses$83K
Program expenses96%
Admin / overhead4%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$13K
Grants paid out$2K
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$954K
Cash$867K
Investments$0
Liabilities$463
Net assets$954K
Liquid reserves125.9 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +29.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEORGE WEIL | SECRETARY | 20 | $12K |
board members · 6
- JOSEPH PENDERGAST — TRUSTEE
- KENNETH DAVIS — TRUSTEE
- KENNETH LAIN — TRUSTEE
- RICHARD BASKIN — TRUSTEE
- SCOTT SHEPHARD — TRUSTEE
- ZACHARIAH CAGELY — TRUSTEE
relationships · 12
who they work with
- Arizona Grand Lodge Partner — Participates in the annual outdoor degree with all Grand Lodge Officers taking active ceremonial roles.
- Aztlan Lodge Partner — Hosts the Fain Memorial Outdoor Degree program in coordination with Aztlan Lodge, as indicated by the hosting website.
- California Lodge No. 1 Partner — Provided aid to a sick and destitute brother from California Lodge No. 1.
- Grand Lodge of California Partner — Applied to the Grand Lodge of California for a dispensation to open a Lodge at Prescott.
- Hampton Inn & Suites Partner — Provides lodging accommodations for participants in the Fain Memorial Outdoor Degree event.
- Henry Waring Fluery Partner — Donated the land for the Masonic cemetery in the 1870s.
- High Country Scottish Rite Club Partner — Meets at Aztlan Lodge Masonic Temple
- IOOF Partner — Gave permission to the IOOF to hold informal meetings in their hall in May 1868.
- Order of the Eastern Star Golden Rule #1 Partner — Meets at Aztlan Lodge Masonic Temple
- Prescott Resort Partner — Provides lodging accommodations for participants in the Fain Memorial Outdoor Degree event.
- Thumb Butte York Rite College No. 158 Partner — Meets at Aztlan Lodge Masonic Temple
- Yavapai County Shrine Club Partner — Affiliated organization that meets elsewhere in the local area