Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Virginia F & a Masons Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
To promote social and friendship exchange among members and the community through use of the facility, program sponsorships and fraternal interaction.
- Income
- $165,403
- Spending
- $188,338
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (1)
- a.National Night Out (July 2025) National Night Out is an annual community event that Hobson Lodge No. 23 sponsors which is designed to strengthen neighborhood bonds and promote crime prevention by fostering partner ships between local residents, law enforcement and various local organizations. This annual event also encourages neighbors to connect and learn about safety programs and participate in family-friendly activities in the Community.b.Knights of Pythagoras Annual Convention (July 2025) The Hobson Lodge No. 23 Knights of Pythagoras is a youth organization that serves boys between the ages of 9 to 20. It is sponsored by may Prince Hall Mason Masonic Lodges and has five active councils in Virginia, located in Roanoke, South Boston, Richmond, Petersburg and Norfolk. The Mentors for the KOP are Prince Hall Masons who are professionals in their respect fields and leaders in their communities and churches. The KOP program focuses on developing leadership, responsibility and brotherhood among its members.c.Halloween Trunk or Treat (October 2025) Hobson Lodge No. 23 sponsors an annual Trunk-or-Treat to provide a safer alternative to traditional trick-or-treating. Instead of going door to door, Children go from car to car in the Hobson Lodge parking lot, collecting candy and other treats from the trunks of designated lodge brothers. This event is controlled and supervised by Hobson Lodge No. 23 brothers to promote community engagement , creativity and social interaction, making it a popular and enjoyable way to celebrate the Halloween season.d.Cancer Foundation Walk (November 2025) Hobson Lodge No. 23 sponsored a Cancer walk for the family of one of our Past Masters who passed away during 2025 from Cancer. The proceeds of the Cancer Walk was donated to the Cancer Foundation.e.Thanksgiving Basket Donations (November 2025) Hobson Lodge No. 23 annually sponsors several needy families and our Lodge Widows with baskets filled with can goods, various food products, including a Turkey to be able to prepare a Thanksgiving Dinner for their family.f.Operation Santa Claus (December 2025) - Hobson Lodge No. 23 annually sponsors several chosen needy families Children by taking them shopping at the local Walmart or Target and letting them select whatever they would like (up to$150.00 per child). After shopping, the Children are brought back to Hobson Lodge for a luncheon where they are provided Hotdogs and Hamburgers with their Parents in attendance. Also, each of the children get to meet and speak with Santa Claus and are giving a small gift to take home.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(8) fraternal beneficiary society.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Worth knowing.
Not individually listed by the IRS as eligible, which is usual for local chapters covered by a parent organization's exemption. The master file records contributions to it as deductible.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since May 1964.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 21, 2026.
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