MMCF Director

kmcpherson@mmcfonline.org
989-466-3803

I had been working at Masonic Pathways for three years when the Human Resources Director came to my office with a job opportunity for the Michigan Masonic Charitable Foundation. Little did I know that a 30- minute interview with Walt Wheeler would have life changing results.

The last eight years with the Foundation have been the most rewarding of my life; it is not just a job, it’s a passion. I have learned so much about myself through the experience of serving others, affording them the opportunity to change their lives through philanthropy or receiving help through the programs we offer.

When people ask me what I do for a living, I can honestly say, “I impact lives… every day”. I am so proud of the Fraternity and the opportunities they grant to people, and I am honored to be a part of it.

I am the mother of three amazing and very busy teenage boys and in my spare time, I enjoy reading and traveling with my love.

Operations Coordinator/Lodge Charity Account Coordinator

(989) 466-3076

I started my journey of helping those around me when I was just a little girl. My great grandmother was not well. During one of our last visits with her she had needed some extra assistance getting around and I was eager to step in. That day I realized I wanted to help people but at that point I didn’t know how. I progressed through my schooling and found out about Certified Nurses Aid (CNA) classes. I completed the CNA certification in High School and shortly thereafter I was hired by Masonic Pathways in 2005. My years at the Pathways building have been a very rewarding experience and has helped me fulfill my core desire to assist others through numerous positions within the building. Whether it was helping the residents and their families as a CNA, activity aid, or receptionist, my co-workers while in the Human Resources Department, or our donors and Masons in my current position with the Charitable Foundation. I’ve learned how much the Foundation helps residents of Pathways and the communities throughout Michigan through the generosity of our wonderful donors and Masonic Lodges. In my time working here I have graduated college obtaining a degree in Applied Health Sciences, gotten married, had my two beautiful little girls, and settled down in the little countryside of Sumner. As the current Administrative & Database Assistant I look forward to helping you with your needs and any other general support I can give.

Director Michigan Masonic Museum and Library

dhughes@mmcfonline.org
(616) 459-9336

Dirk W. Hughes was raised a Master Mason in Valley City Lodge #86 (now Grand Rapids Lodge #34) in 1996, where he served as Worshipful Master for two terms from 2001 to 2003. He recently served again as Worshipful Master in Grand Rapids Lodge #34 for the 2014-2015 term. Active in the Scottish Rite NMJ, Brother Hughes served as Thrice Potent Master of Moriah Lodge of Perfection in 2007-2008 and was coroneted a 33° Mason in 2010. He has had a lifelong love of history and feels his B.A. in English and Juris Doctor degree act as strong compliments to that continuing devotion. In his spare time he enjoys writing, painting, camping, and beekeeping. Brother Hughes has been the interim monitor of the Michigan Masonic Museum and Library since April 2014. In his new capacity as Director, he looks forward to evolving the museum as a premier source of masonic and historical education for the fraternity and the general public alike.