Since 1934, Scottish Rite in the Northern Jurisdiction has directed and financed the first coordinated research program into the cause of schizophrenia—the most widespread and serious form of mental illness. This research activity—of benefit to all mankind—is carried on with the cooperation of an advisory committee composed of leading medical scientists, psychiatrists and psychologists.
Scottish Rite to date has appropriated more than $12,750,000 for this purpose.
As a Masonic contribution to the Bicentennial observance, Scottish Rite constructed and opened a Museum and Library devoted to our national heritage. The attractive facility at historic Lexington, Massachusetts, has been erected by Scottish Rite members and friends for the purpose of disseminating knowledge of the country’s history, purposes and ideals among all the people—especially our youth.
Scottish Rite sponsors the Leon M. Abbott Scholarships, named for the former Sovereign Grand Commander who by a generous legacy founded the Supreme Council Education and Charity Fund. Originally, Abbott grants when to university schools of journalism and schools of international service. Now, scholarships are allotted to the 15 states and in turn awarded to the offspring of Scottish Rite members and to young men and women who have participated in such youth organizations as DeMolay, Rainbow, and Job’s Daughters. Recipients may use grants at universities of their choice.
More than $790,000 in scholarships have been awarded since 1952.
A number of local Valleys also maintain charitable projects of their own, contribute to the operation of Grand Lodge Homes and provide special relief assistance to distressed brethren and their families.
Eligibility: Those meeting any of the following criteria are eligible to apply for the Abbott Scholarship Program:
A Scottish Rite Mason of the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction
A student directly related (bloodline or by legal means) to a Scottish Rite Mason in the
Northern Masonic Jurisdiction OR a member of a youth organization sponsored by the
Masonic fraternity in the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction who is:- A high school senior, currently accepted at an accredited trade school
who has attained a minimum grade point average of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
– A high school senior, or undergraduate, or graduate student currently
enrolled at an accredited college or university who has attained a
minimum grade point average of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
Eligible applicants should complete the form and mail it to the following address by APRIL 1 each year.
Valley of Dayton Scholarship Committee
525 W. Riverview Ave
Dayton, OH 45405
Download a Scholarship Application
Valley of Dayton
525 W. Riverview Avenue
Dayton, OH 45405
