Freemasons New Zealand The Vision for the Future 1

Background Started early in 2011 A tool for District Grand Masters Two meetings Promised. . . To return data provided – with comparisons Respect the decision of the Lodges Help lodges who want to change

Some Preliminary Data Cent Nat Attendance of those who can attend 52% 59% Refectory Duration average 1hr 1hr Dues average – year $198 $193 Regalia 98% 97% Lodges with Plans 32% 24% Benevolence 93% 90% Lodge websites 29% 26% Using technology 98% 97%

Some Preliminary Analysis Won’t come themselves – won’t ask people to join Higher dues typically leads to good attendance Those who have a recruitment plan have more members than those that don’t The organisation, on the whole, is benevolent in its activity Lodges with plans and execute even part create momentum

What next? Up to you. 2 choices. . . . Status Quote Do Something Accept current levels Focus on attendance Don’t touch dues Think about your dues Work as you have always done Plan – and get some quick wins Same thing – leave it to a few Do it! Use resources around you

Making Change Be RESPECTFUL of the PAST Be REALISTIC of the PRESENT Be OPTIMISTIC for the FUTURE