Concerned Bikers Association
The Concerned Bikers Association visited MHCO to learn more about the programs and provided a generous donation. These funds will help to provide essential care, education, and opportunities for children who need it most. The Concerned Bikers Association had donated to the Masonic Home several years ago and wanted to again help youth in the […]
Fight Night for the Kids
We wanted to shout out The 13th Round Boxing Company for being such an awesome steward in our small community! Thank you so much for hosting your monthly fight night and choosing us as your charity! Boxers from all over came and sparred it out, raising $550 for our home! Not only did the event […]
3rd Annual St. Johns Charity Gala- Time for the Kids
You’re invited to Time for the Kids, the annual black-tie gala that celebrates and supports the Masonic Home for Children at Oxford, on June 21, 2025 at the Amran Shrine Temple in Raleigh. The evening begins with a social at 5 p.m., followed by a buffet dinner at 6. Guests can bid on items such […]
Making a House a Home!
Moving furniture into our residents’ rooms on Saturday was an experience that brought together effort, teamwork, and a shared sense of purpose. As the sun rose, volunteers gathered, fueled by excitement and anticipation. The day began with a spirited discussion about how best to organize the space, ensuring that each area would be welcoming and […]
Arby’s Gives Back
We’re so honored to have received a $14,100 grant from Arby’s Foundation. We were nominated by Anthony Gianino, who generously thought of us and we couldn’t be more thankful. These funds will be used to provide furniture for 3 of our Independent Living apartments. We’re truly grateful for your commitment to our mission and for helping […]
2024-2025 School Supply List
2024-2025 School Supply Needs List: Great Need for larger, good quality bookbags for our teenage residents Headphones wired and wireless Science Fair/Project Display Boards Poster Board (all colors) 1-inch, 2-inch & 3-inch binders Notebook Paper both Wide-Ruled and College Ruled Notebook Page Dividers Three and Five subject notebooks with perforated edges. Journal size notebooks/old fashioned […]
From Basement to Rose Garden by Chuck Olson
Learn why 18 million is a key number in my life and its meaning nationally. This is a story about a young boy who grew up without a father figure in his life and became homeless. He and his mom struggled as best they could. He persevered to make his dreams come true not knowing […]
12th Annual Masonic Homecoming Festival October 11th – 13th
Please plan to join The Masonic Home for Children in Oxford, this fall, for the 12th Annual Masonic Homecoming Festival, set for October 11-13, 2024. This celebration of North Carolina’s first Home for children honors those who have lived here and those who have made it possible – our Masons. The weekend kicks off Friday […]
Spring Day at Carlee Farm
Carlee Farm is a venue in our town that specializes in events, weddings and summer camps for kiddos! We are so grateful that the folks over at Carlee Farm invited us over on this beautiful spring day. The children got to tour the farm, interact with the animals, paint flower pots and plant seeds, and […]
Black History Month Celebration
On February 19th we celebrated Black History Month. We learned more about the culture and key roles Black Americans played in history. We enjoyed lunch after and listening to poems and excerpts read by some of our residents. A good time was had by all!
