Local students receive Kansas Masonic Foundation scholarships

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The Kansas Masonic Foundation has selected the state winners of its annual scholarships. Byron Erickson, Secretary/Treasurer of Salina Lodge # 60, stated, “Over 1,000 applications were received statewide, and the Foundation was able to present 166 awards of $1,000 each. Five local students were honored at a dinner and ceremony at the Salina Masonic Lodge #60 on Thursday evening.” The five recipients were Madelyn Craft, Anna Hogeland, Mayci Ingram, Hannah Mertz, and Seth Robben.

Madelyn Craft and her parents, Lisa and Eric Shappee. Madelyn was a student at Salina Central. She is attending K-State and plans to become an athletic trainer.

Anna Hogeland and her father, Scott. Anna is attending K-State and is majoring in landscape architecture.

Worshipful Master Russ Kontas of Salina Lodge # 60 congratulates Mayci Ingram. She is with her parents, Kristy and Josh Ingram, and her sister Carley. Mayci is attending K-State, where she is majoring in biology.

Hannah Mertz and her father, Michael. Hannah is completing her LPN at Salina Tech and will continue her studies to obtain her RN degree.

Seth Robben and his father, Mike. Seth is attending Fort Hays State, majoring in accounting and information systems.

Freemasonry has over one and a half million members in the U.S.A. Salina Lodge # 60 was chartered in 1869 and has about 200 members. 170 Masonic Lodges throughout Kansas provide philanthropic support within their communities. The

Kansas Masonic Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established to expand Masonic philanthropy in the fields of charitable, educational, and scientific programs. In 2024, Kansas Masonic Lodges collectively donated more than $425,000 to worthy charitable organizations for the betterment of their communities. Their mission is guided by the enduring principles of our fraternity– brotherly love, relief, and truth.