In 1905, a number of Masons met in Mission Masonic Temple, in the City of San Francisco, for the purpose of forming a social club, where Masons could get together on an equal footing, free from the restraint of the lodge room, yet organized for the purpose of furthering Masonic teachings and applying, in a practical way, in everyday business affairs, the teachings of the fraternity.

The idea was an instant success. It was recognized that such an Organization filled a long-felt want because it brought the brethren into close contact in their daily lives; fostering the true spirit of fraternity; caused men to forget their worries, troubles, and cares of life; made them look upon the brighter side of things; and gave them new hope and joy.

On Friday, June 9th, 2017 Supreme Officers and Past Pharaohs presented a $5,000 check and plaque to the UC Davis Mind Institute on behalf of the Sciots Foundation. L-R Bill Hunt, Steve Munyon, Sciots Foundation President Bud Ramsey P.P., Randi J Haggerman, M.D., Clive Moss P.P, Elizabeth McBride, Director of Development, John Sigismondi, Chuck Mignosa, P.P.