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Building a stronger future across generations

Hand Heart Pocket is the philanthropic foundation of Freemasons Queensland. We bring together a tradition of giving and contemporary philanthropy to create greater opportunity for young people and stronger communities.

Latest stories

News & updates

Hand Heart Pocket Announces Chairman Transition

Craig Reimers has been elected Chairman of Hand Heart Pocket, succeeding Alasdair Begley after six years of leadership and nine years on the Board.
News & updates

Hand Heart Pocket donates $50,000 to the Western Queensland Flood Appeal

Hand Heart Pocket has donated $50,000 on behalf of the Freemasons of Queensland to support communities recovering from major flooding in western Queensland.
Member updates

Murilla Community hub gets a boost thanks to Miles Freemasons

Miles Freemasons' volunteering and Matched Giving support has delivered $41,300 to Murilla Community Centre over a two-year Local Community Partnership.
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OUR PURPOSE

A shared commitment to lasting change

Our purpose is to partner for change for people in need. Across Queensland and Papua New Guinea, we work alongside Freemason Members, partners and communities towards three interconnected outcomes:

  • Greater economic equity and opportunity for young people

  • Shared wellbeing and connection across generations

  • Resilient, future-ready communities

Our Approach

Working together for greater outcomes

Our approach connects people and resources in ways that turn shared ambition into positive change.

Members

Local knowledge in action

Members and Lodges combine generosity with strong community connections to support causes across Queensland.

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Partnerships

Achieving more together

We partner with organisations that bring the expertise, experience and trusted relationships to deliver effective programs and initiatives.

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Impact

10,000 young people by 2030

Our goal is to support 10,000 young people to achieve the outcomes they need to thrive in life.

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FREEMASON MEMBERS

Make your generosity go further

Members and Lodges can make their generosity go further through Matched Giving and other opportunities to participate and stay connected.

  • Double eligible donations through Matched Giving

  • Support charities and causes across Queensland

  • Find information and opportunities for Members and Lodges

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Write the next chapter with us

Together, we can create greater opportunity, strengthen connections across generations and build resilient communities for the future.

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