W:. Michael Fay, 32°, is a dedicated Freemason, Masonic educator, and leader within the Masonic fraternity in Florida. A member of the Scottish Rite, Southern Jurisdiction, and the York Rite, Fay has devoted himself to Masonic education, ritual excellence, mentorship, and the continued development of the Craft. Through his service in Blue Lodge, Scottish Rite, and York Rite Masonry, he remains committed to preserving Masonic traditions while inspiring the next generation of Brothers.

     Fay began his Masonic journey at Riverhead Lodge No. 645 in Riverhead, New York, where he was initiated as an Entered Apprentice on February 3, 2015, passed to the degree of Fellowcraft on June 2, 2015, and raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason on October 6, 2015. In October 2018, he affiliated with Duval Lodge No. 159 in Jacksonville, Florida, where he continued his commitment to Masonic service and leadership. He served as Chaplain in 2020, Junior Warden in 2021, Senior Warden in 2022, and Worshipful Master in 2023.

     In April 2018, Fay received the Scottish Rite degrees from the Fourth through the Thirty-second at the Valley of Jacksonville, Orient of Florida, Southern Jurisdiction. He subsequently joined the York Rite bodies of Jacksonville, receiving the Royal Arch degrees on September 20, 2019, followed by the Cryptic Council degrees and the Orders of the Commandery on September 21, 2019. On January 1, 2020, he became one of the first members of the Knights of Light, further deepening his involvement in Scottish Rite fellowship and service.

     A strong advocate for Masonic education and ritual proficiency, Fay has served as a Masonic Education and Catechism Instructor at Duval Lodge No. 159 since 2019. His commitment to the instruction and development of fellow Masons reflects his belief that the strength of the fraternity rests not only in its traditions and ceremonies, but also in the character, knowledge, and personal growth of its members.

     His dedication to ritual excellence was recognized early in his Masonic career when he received the R.W. Glen Rubin Ritual Excellence Award in February 2016, becoming a MAGLA Champion for New York State and Suffolk County. Continuing his pursuit of proficiency, he earned the Silver Ritual Proficiency Card in July 2024, followed by the White, Green, and Blue Ritual Proficiency Cards in September and November of that year. In July 2025, he further demonstrated his commitment to leadership development by earning the Purple Lodge Officers Training Card.

     Fay has also contributed to the broader Masonic community through district and statewide service. He served as the District 9 Youth Activities Representative in 2024 and in 2025. In recognition of his continued dedication to the fraternity and its future, he serves as a Masonic          Home Outreach Services Committeeman for 2026–2027 and as Zone 3A Chairman for Masonic Mentoring for the State of Florida for the same period. These roles reflect his commitment to supporting Masonic families, strengthening mentorship, and ensuring that the principles of Freemasonry continue to guide future generations.

     Beyond the fraternity, Fay has served as a United States Army infantryman and has continued his public-service career as a certified sworn law enforcement officer since 2023. His military background and law enforcement experience reflect a commitment to discipline, duty, service, and the protection of others.

     Outside his professional and Masonic responsibilities, Fay is the creator and host of Grimm History, a successful podcast and digital media program featured on TikTok and YouTube. Through the program, he explores some of history's darkest events, mysterious historical accounts, unexplained phenomena, and the questions that challenge our understanding of the world. Combining historical inquiry with an interest in the mysterious and the unknown, Grimm History provides an outlet for his passion for research, storytelling, and intellectual exploration.

     Whether serving his Lodge, mentoring fellow Masons, contributing to statewide Masonic initiatives, serving his community, or exploring the mysteries of history, W:. Michael Fay, 32°, remains committed to the principles of Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth. His Masonic journey reflects a continuing pursuit of knowledge, service, and personal improvement, guided by the conviction that Freemasonry is not merely an institution to belong to, but a lifelong path of learning, leadership, and self-development.