Royal Arch Glaucoma Fund
The Royal Arch Glaucoma Fund reflects one of our most fundamental Masonic values: charitable service to improve the lives of others. Through this fund, Companions of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island support research, awareness, and assistance related to glaucoma and vision health.
A Grand Chapter Commitment
The Royal Arch Glaucoma Fund represents more than a charitable initiative—it is the result of a deliberate and enduring commitment by the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island to support vision health and medical research.
This commitment traces its origins to the vision and advocacy of Companion Harold Weiland, whose dedication to addressing the impact of glaucoma helped inspire the Grand Chapter to formally adopt glaucoma as a primary charitable focus. Through his efforts, awareness was raised within Royal Arch Masonry of the profound personal, familial, and societal effects of this disease.
In response, the Grand Chapter established what would become the Royal Arch Glaucoma Fund, aligning Masonic principles of relief, compassion, and service with tangible support for medical research, education, and treatment. Since its formal establishment in 1996, the Fund has served as a consistent expression of the Grand Chapter’s charitable mission.
Today, the Glaucoma Fund stands as a lasting legacy of that original vision—supported by Companions, Chapters, and friends across Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island—and continues to reflect the Grand Chapter’s resolve to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected by vision loss.
How the Fund Helps
- Supporting research into the causes and treatments of glaucoma
- Funding educational programs for patients and care providers
- Partnering with vision health organizations to improve services
Impact in Our Communities
With the support of Royal Arch Masons across Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, the Glaucoma Fund has contributed to meaningful research outcomes and helped families affected by vision loss. Your interest and support help extend this positive impact.
Support the Royal Arch Glaucoma Fund
The Glaucoma Fund is sustained through the generosity of Companions, Chapters, and friends of Royal Arch Masonry. Contributions help advance research, awareness, and assistance related to glaucoma and vision health.
Focus of the Fund
RESEARCH — Supporting research into the causes of glaucoma and the means of early detection.
TREATMENT — Advancing research that leads to new and improved methods of treating glaucoma.
EDUCATION — Promotion and support of glaucoma research, in co-operation with other concerned groups, will broaden our understanding and awareness.
FUNDING — Regular and ongoing financial support of this programme will enable the funding base to grow, and the interest income to provide for the accomplishing of our purposes. Please consider the various means to make this possible.
Ways to Support
- Personal donations
- Chapter collections or fundraising initiatives
- Memorial or honourary contributions
- Annual or recurring support (where applicable)
How to Contribute
Contributions to the Royal Arch Glaucoma Fund may be made in the following ways:
Cheque or Money Order
Payable to RAM Glaucoma Fund – QE II Foundation and submitted through your Chapter
to the Grand Secretary. A tax receipt will be issued for gifts of
$10.00 or more.
Credit Card
To contribute by credit card, please contact the
QE II Foundation directly at
902 473 7932 and specify that your donation
is for the RAM Glaucoma Fund – T690.
For questions or additional information, please contact:
Grand Secretary
[email protected]