A Scottish Rite Charities program
A Night of Charity: Giving Tuesday 2026
Evergreen Initiative
Behind every gift is a story of what becomes possible because someone chose to give. Join us as we share those stories, celebrate the impact of our Scottish Rite Charities, and come together to change even more lives.
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About this initiative
Join us as we share those stories, celebrate the impact of our Scottish Rite Charities, and come together to change even more lives.
Meet our Host: Tom Cotter
Comedian Tom Cotter took the comedy scene by storm as the runner-up and breakout star of Season 7 of America’s Got Talent, becoming the first comedian ever to reach the show’s finals. He has since appeared on The Tonight Show, Last Comic Standing, Comedy Central and The Late Late Show. Known for his rapid-fire comedy, Tom will bring plenty of laughter to A Night of Charity as our 2026 host.
Come for the laughter, stay for the connection, and help us turn one memorable night into lasting support for Brothers, families, and communities across the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction.
A Special Museum & Library Display
During the Holiday Reception, guests are invited to see a special display from the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library.
In 1824, Revolutionary War hero the Marquis de Lafayette returned to the United States for a 13-month tour of the nation. During his travels, Lafayette and his son, George Washington Lafayette, received several Masonic honors. Three recently acquired certificates memorializing those honors will be on display, including certificates from Morton Encampment No. 4, Columbian Encampment, and the Sovereign Grand Consistory.
