The Path Forward

To better understand member retention and satisfaction, The member survey was offered to more than 24,000 Scottish Rite Masons throughout the 15-state Northern Jurisdiction. More than 3,000 members responded.

• The issues measured ranged from member opinions on Masonic programs to interpersonal conflicts between Brothers.
• In addition to traditional questions that offered respondents multiple choice or ranking options, the survey featured a number of open-response questions. These generated more than 12,000 written opinions and suggestions.
• Every written answer was read, categorized, and analyzed in order to make the conclusions quantifiable. This approach allowed us to truly gauge opinions, field suggestions, and otherwise read deeply into the state of membership.

A second survey was developed and administered to 1,000 men across the United States (ages 21-65). This phase of research allowed us to better understand American men today and inform member recruitment by gauging interest in the values and lifestyle of the Scottish Rite and Freemasonry.

• The concept of Fraternity is alive and well: Beyond a doubt, the study proved that the organization’s message and identity is still timeless, and that there is a large population of men who would be willing to consider joining.
• 79% of respondents would be interested in joining an organization that enables them to become a better person while helping to improve the quality of life for others.
• 72% of respondents would be interested in an organization where men form deep and lasting friendships, regardless of race, religion, culture, or geography.