Affiliations & Disclaimers
Important information about our independence
Important Notice
My Masonic Diary is an independent, unofficial tool and is NOT affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected to any Masonic organization.
1. No Official Affiliation
My Masonic Diary is NOT affiliated with:
- Any Provincial Grand Lodge
- Any Grand Lodge
- The United Grand Lodge of England (UGLE)
- Any District Grand Lodge
- Any individual Lodge or Chapter
- Any other Masonic body or organization
This is an independent tool created by a Freemason for the benefit of the Masonic community.
2. No Official Endorsement
My Masonic Diary has NOT been officially endorsed by:
- Any Grand Lodge or Provincial Grand Lodge
- Any Masonic governing body
- Any Masonic charity or foundation
- Any official Masonic institution
Use of this Service does not imply any official recognition or approval from any Masonic organization.
3. Independent Personal Project
My Masonic Diary was originally created as a personal tool by Yannick McCabe-Costa, a Freemason of The Lodge of St John No. 104, and has been made available to the wider Masonic community as an independent service.
This Service is:
- Developed and maintained independently
- Not funded by any Masonic organization
- Not operated under the direction of any Masonic body
- A personal initiative shared for community benefit
4. Data and Information Accuracy
While we strive to provide accurate lodge information, event details, and other data:
- Lodge information is sourced from public sources and user contributions
- We cannot guarantee the accuracy or completeness of all information
- Official lodge information should always be verified with the relevant Provincial or Grand Lodge
- Event information is user-generated and may not reflect official lodge calendars
5. No Authority or Representation
My Masonic Diary does not:
- Represent any Masonic organization in any capacity
- Have authority to speak on behalf of any Masonic body
- Make official decisions or pronouncements regarding Freemasonry
- Provide official Masonic guidance or rulings
6. Community-Driven Tool
This Service exists to support individual Freemasons in:
- Keeping personal records of their Masonic journey
- Tracking lodge visits and events
- Managing their Masonic activities and appointments
- Connecting with the Masonic community
It is a tool for Freemasons, not a tool of any Masonic organization.
7. Trademark and Copyright
Any Masonic symbols, lodge names, or organizational names used within this Service are the property of their respective owners. Their use is purely informational and does not imply any association, endorsement, or affiliation.
8. Charitable Giving
While My Masonic Diary donates proceeds to the Masonic Charitable Foundation, this is a personal commitment and does not constitute an official relationship or endorsement from the charity or any Masonic body.
For details on our charitable giving, please see our Financial Transparency Report.
9. Questions or Concerns
If you have questions about this Service's independence or relationship with Masonic organizations, please contact us through the developer contact page.
10. Official Masonic Resources
For official Masonic information, guidance, and resources, please contact:
- Your own Lodge Secretary
- Your Provincial Grand Lodge
- The United Grand Lodge of England (www.ugle.org.uk)