named programs · 1 · from sources
What they call their work
Brotherhood Development
Program focused on personal growth, moral development, and fellowship among members grounded in Masonic principles
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Hosts community and ceremonial eventsOrganizes and hosts events such as annual fishing trips, participation in national Masonic celebrations like the Traditional Table Lodge for America’s 250th, and Masonic funeral services with formal processions and rituals for deceased members.
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Fraternal Organization Member Services 1 activity
- Operates a Masonic lodge for members based on principles of brotherhoodProvides a fraternal organization rooted in the principles of brotherly love, relief, and truth, with regular meetings and ceremonial activities for members. The lodge has been continuously active since its founding in 1860 in Huntington, New York.
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Masonic Charitable Support Services 1 activity
- Provides charitable relief and support to Masons, families, and communitiesDelivers philanthropic services including care for Masons and their families, financial and emotional support during times of need, and contributions to local and national charities benefiting the sick, elderly, and disadvantaged children.
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Community-Based Educational Programming 1 activity
- Provides educational support for underserved youth and nurse trainingSupports education initiatives including programs for underserved youth and nurse education, contributing to long-term community development and professional training.
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Guest Lodging for Members and Affiliates 1 activity
- Rents lodge facilities to membersOffers room rentals to members for $250, with a $100 fee for trustee or officer attendance and a $250 refundable security deposit, supporting facility maintenance and member access.
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School-Based Mental Health and Family Support 1 activity
- Supports youth and families through behavioral and mental health servicesOperates the Masonic Center for Youth and Families, offering integrated support, testing, assessment, treatment planning, and behavioral health services for youth through a multidisciplinary team.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Constructs and maintains a lodge temple facilityOwns and maintains a temple building at 342-344 New York Avenue in Huntington, NY, originally constructed after purchasing land in 1869 and laying the cornerstone in 1904. The facility continues to serve as the lodge’s meeting place.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$101K
Contributions & grants$66K66%
Program service revenue$13K13%
Investment income$5K5%
Other revenue$16K
expenses
Total expenses$96K
Program expenses87%
Admin / overhead13%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$643K
Cash$107K
Investments$262K
Liabilities$34K
Net assets$609K
Liquid reserves46.0 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue -50.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
board members · 6
- Anthony Colonna — Trustee
- Daniel Bernzweig — Trustee
- Doug Henningsen — Trustee
- Ron Seifried — Trustee
- Walter Wellems — Trustee
- William Fenty — Master
relationships · 10
Who they work with
- Charter Oak Lodge #249 Partner — Donated regalia for officers to support the establishment of Jephtha Lodge.
- Charter Oak Lodge #249 Partner — Donated regalia to Jephtha Lodge No. 494 during its early formation.
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook for outreach and communication.
- Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of the State of New York Government — Issued dispensation and charter for the formation of Jephtha Lodge No. 494.
- Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of the State of New York Government — Issued the dispensation and charter for Jephtha Lodge No. 494.
- Grand Lodge of New York Government — Oversees and supports the educational and ceremonial activities of Jephtha Lodge #494 F&AM.
- ICANN Government — Complies with ICANN's Registration Rights and Responsibilities policies for domain name use.
- Instagram Partner — Uses Instagram for outreach and communication.
- The Masonic Center for Youth and Families Partner — Operated in partnership with Jephtha Lodge Masons to provide integrated behavioral and mental health services for youth.
- WordPress Partner — Uses WordPress to design and manage its website.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Character-Based Inclusive Membershipmethodology: inclusive_membershipBy admitting members based on moral character and virtuous conduct rather than social status, wealth, or background, the organization builds a more equitable and cohesive brotherhood, because shared ethical commitment fosters trust and long-term engagement.
- Fraternal Principles as a Vehicle for Personal and Social Developmentmethodology: fraternal_brotherhoodBy applying time-tested fraternal principles rooted in brotherly love, relief, and truth, the organization fosters personal growth and collective action, because shared moral frameworks and ritualized learning strengthen individual character and community engagement.
- Philanthropy and Self-Improvement as Intrinsic Motivationsmethodology: intrinsic_motivation_for_serviceBy promoting charitable giving and personal development as intrinsically motivated acts, the organization cultivates sustained service and moral growth, because internalized values produce more durable commitment than obligation.
- Symbolic Ritual and Degree System for Ethical Formationmethodology: symbolic_degree_systemBy using a symbolic, initiatory degree system grounded in allegory and ritual, the organization advances ethical and philosophical development, because experiential learning through structured symbolism deepens moral reflection and personal transformation.