A win for prostate cancer research
24 November 23
Lodge Hurlstone Park United No 288 and District 34A
On Saturday 22 July 2023, Lodge Hurlstone Park United and District 34A hosted a successful and heart-warming prostate cancer charity night at the Concord West Masonic Centre. The night was made possible by the generous support and sponsorship of Cricelli Jewellers and Associazione Regione Lazio, to whom much appreciation and many thanks for the support and help in raising substantial funds for the cause.
120 enthusiastic attendees, including Freemasons, community members, and distinguished guests gathered on the night to raise funds and awareness for the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia.
A highlight of the evening was the key-note speech by MW Bro Dr Gregory Levenston, Past Grand Master, who graciously shared his medical experience of prostate cancer and men's health. His insights added significant value to the event, providing attendees with vital information about this disease and its implications.
One of the biggest successes flowing from the charity night was the impressive donation of $22,800 to the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia. Mr John Fullagar, representing the Foundation, spoke passionately about the mission, values, and support provided by the Foundation in the fight against prostate cancer. This significant donation will go a long way in funding research, support programmes and awareness campaigns to combat this prevalent health issue.
The evening also included an exciting raffle, with Lodge Jerusalem 1056 the lucky winner of the first prize, generously donated by Cricelli Jewellers and accepted by MW Bro Jamie Melville, Past Grand Master, and a member of Lodge Jerusalem.
W Bro Cricelli of Lodge Hurlstone Park United acknowledged each of the donors present and their specific contributions, and this was capped off with a group photo. He also thanked the Associazione Regione Lazio committee members for the preparation of a delicious four-course meal.
The success of this charity night is a testament to the power of collective effort and the spirit of giving back to the community. All attendees took away a greater understanding of the latest research being undertaken to investigate treatment and preventative measures for this insidious but all too common disease.
The members of the fundraising team raised $22,800 for the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia