Wichita Masons To Host Second Annual First Responders Appreciation Day Luncheon

Kansas Masons Provide Free Meals to Local First Responders

Wichita, Kansas (May 14, 2025)—The Kansas Masonic Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to benefiting Kansas communities, has partnered with Wichita Masonic Lodges and Wichita Masons to host its Second Annual First Responders Appreciation Day Luncheon in Wichita, Kansas.

This year’s First Responders Appreciation Day Luncheon will take place on Saturday, May 24th, at the Midian Shrine Center in Wichita, Kansas. The event will take place from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM and is open to all First Responders in the Wichita community. Thanks to the help of Midian Shrine Chefs, who have volunteered their professional equipment and time to benefit such a cause, all attendees will be served a warm meal (hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, beverages, and snow cones) in a drive-through-style setup, absolutely free of charge. The International Order of the Rainbow Girls will also be passing out treats to all First Responders in attendance.

“First Responders devote, dedicate, and sacrifice their lives to ensure our safety and well-being,” said Korleone Young, a member of Sunflower Lodge No. 86. “Many of those brave, loyal, and loving individuals have come from our organization. We owe them and the rest of the Wichita community our constant support, which is why we have joined forces with the Kansas Masonic Foundation to host this annual recognition and appreciation luncheon.”

To continue showing their support of the community, various Kansas Masonic Lodges from all across the state have joined forces with the Kansas Masonic Foundation to raise enough funds to host this year’s event at absolutely no cost to attendees. All First Responders (from every agency) are welcome to attend, and no registration is required. To participate, please join us: 

When: Saturday, May 24th, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Where: Midian Shrine Center
                 130 N. Topeka
                 Wichita, KS 67202

For any additional questions regarding this event, please contact Brother Korleone Young at (316) 771-9563 for more information!

About the Kansas Masonic Foundation:
As the philanthropic arm of Kansas Masons, the Kansas Masonic Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to benefiting Kansas communities and supporting fellow Masons and their families. Since its inception, the foundation has invested more than $50 million in Kansas communities and individuals through funding academic, scientific, and charitable endeavors. For additional information about the Kansas Masonic Foundation and to get involved, please click here.