RALEIGH, N.C. (February 24, 2026) – Spectrum today announced a donation of $2,500 to Masonic Home for Children at Oxford through the company’s employee-driven grants program that recognizes the value of community service, Spectrum Employee Community Grants. Funding provided by Spectrum will support their Community Support Center which provides emergency
The Community Support Center at The Masonic Home for Children is pleased to announce that we have received a $1,800 Spark Good Local Grant from the Walmart in Henderson. This generous support will directly strengthen our emergency financial assistance program, which provides critical help to families experiencing unexpected hardship. Each
Born in Duplin County, NC on June 28, 1928, he was the son of Charles J. Knowles and Callie Register Knowles. He grew up in Oxford Orphanage (now the Masonic Home for Children). J. C. married is sweetheart, Dollie Mae Smith in 1954 on the “Bride and Groom TV Show”.
Join the celebration at The Masonic Home for Children at Oxford’s campus on Saturday, October 11th The thirteenth Masonic Homecoming Festival will be held on Friday, October 10th and celebrates the Home’s Alumni, Masonic Fraternity, Local Community, and Friends of the Home. Join us on Friday evening as Bryan’s Hill
The Masonic Home for Children at Oxford (MHCO), the oldest children’s home in North Carolina, whose mission is to provide and promote a safe, nurturing home for children and young adults in need, announced today the selection of its new Chief Executive Officer. Following a nationwide search, Christopher Allabaugh will
The Masonic Home for Children extends its deepest gratitude to everyone who helped make our recent 3rd Annual Charity Gala an unforgettable evening in support of the children and families we serve. To our esteemed guests, thank you for giving your time for the kids and standing beside our mission.
For 150 years, we have relied on donations to continue our mission of caring for youth in North Carolina. Because of generous people like you, we have been able to do so and hope to continue doing so for 150 more years to come. For your recurring/monthly gift of $19.95,
Fuel your day with a cup that gives back! Every bag of this coffee helps to create brighter futures for generations to come. Link below to try it yourself! “During the tenure of PGM Larry Thompson, an idea was born through his example. Brother Chip Ritchie, attended several of
On 2/18 MHCO was honored to welcome Representative Don Davis to campus for a visit. Representative Davis was in Oxford to connect with local organizations and groups. NCMF Chair John Burns contacted Congressman Davis and suggested he should visit the Home. Congressman Davis was very engaged with the youth and
MHCO was also Blessed to become the beneficiary of the Rufus Walston Smile Fund established by Mrs. Walston-Taylor and her family, Crown Point Lodge #708, and Greenville Lodge #284. This endowed gift will provide annual support for the children needing special dental care. Special thanks to WB Chris Richardson and
