The California Scottish Rite Foundation has a philanthropic mission to set up and to operate clinics in the state of California that provide evaluations and therapy, free of charge, to children three to twelve years of age with speech, language, and reading disorders. Treatment of these disorders improves the academic and social skills of children, helping them to lead more productive, independent, and fulfilling lives.
Established in 1962, the San Francisco & Burlingame Scottish Rite Childhood Language Center is located in the San Francisco Sunset District, near San Francisco State University and the Pacific Ocean. When the center opened, it was the pioneer clinic of its kind in California. For 42 years, it has served more than 3,000 children--regardless of race, religion, economic status, or Masonic affiliation. Our clients have a variety of disorders, ranging from speech and language problems to learning and reading disabilities. Currently, we serve clients who reside in San Francisco County as well as San Mateo, Marin, and Alameda Counties.
Through funding from a variety of sources--the generosity of the Scottish Rite Masons, their families, friends and associates in the community, public contributions, and grants from other organizations--the San Francisco & Burlingame Scottish Rite Childhood Language Center operates as a non-profit, free clinic. Donations from the public are gratefully accepted and are 100% tax deductible. Moreover, 100% of each gift is allocated to our center. Donations must be sent to the California Scottish Rite Foundation, noting the San Francisco Center on the "for" line of the check. To send a donation, please refer to the address below:
California Scottish Rite Foundation
855 Elm Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90813