Masonic Child ID Program 

    
    There is no one among us that does not cringe and pray when we hear of a missing or abducted child. The Masonic Fraternity can and is helping. The Child ID videotape program has an impact. Masonic ID tapes have already been used by authorities to help in recovering children. Thousands of tapes have helped thousands of families sleep better at night. Thousands more need to be done.  

    The Child ID videotape program is, without question, one of the best, most effective program ever introduced by Masonry in New York State. For centuries Masons have believed in and supported the family as being the most important part of our lives and the lifeblood of our society, and our country. By providing this service we support the security and safety of children. These children deserve safety and their families need the security that these tapes offer.

    Registration is the first step in the process. Here the permission slips are filled out by the parent or legal guardian and the boxes that will hold the tapes are prepared, along with a placard that indicates the child's name and today's date..

    Once inside taping room the child and parent are greeted by a friendly cameraman and interviewer. The child, if old enough, is asked questions pertaining to age, likes, dislikes, and best friends. If the child is to young, the parent responds to the questions.

    Remember, no child can be replaced, but we can help to make thousands safer. The reward is simple, yet deeply moving. We perform this service at absolutely no charge to any family.  What each Mason receives is the warm feeling that comes from the deep and sincere gratitude of all the families whose children have been taped.

    After the taping, each video is reviewed to ensure quality standards. Those that are found to be substandard are immediately redone and the parents are given the "bad" tape to take with them. All forms are given to the parents to keep, only the permission slip is retained.

    If you know of a school, group or organization that would like to take advantage of this free service just call us at (631) 581-1016