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The Masonic Service Association of North America is an organization established to support Freemasonry, as well as provide aid on a national and global scale. It was founded in response to the need for a single entity through which U.S. Freemasonry could offer assistance to military personnel during the final stages of World War I. Grand Masters convened in 1918 and 1919 in Cedar Rapids to conceive and establish MSA, aiming to streamline services for the Grand Lodges.

One of the key functions of MSA is disaster relief, a program that originated in 1923 with the issuance of its first appeal. Over the years, the association has evolved into a respected Masonic institution in North America, entrusted by all Grand Lodges to coordinate aid distribution in times of calamity. Additionally, MSA is deeply involved in the Hospital Visitation Program, where it collaborates with veterans across the nation through its extensive network of representatives and volunteers.

Besides disaster relief and hospital visitation initiatives, MSA actively engages in education and information dissemination about Freemasonry. Their Masonic Information Center produces various publications like pamphlets and brochures, reaching over 3 million individuals in the past two decades. Through its multifaceted programs, MSA continues to embody its commitment to serving the community and promoting the principles of Freemasonry.

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