On February 4, 2003, 15 Master Masons from various lodges in and around the Jurisdiction of Georgia petitioned Grand Master Willie L. Williams for the purpose of expanding Prince Hall Masonry in Cobb County by forming a new lodge. With the assistance of DDGM Charles Truitt and ADDGM Matthew Lewis, a meeting was requested by the Grand Master on February 20, 2003 at 7pm at the Grand Lodge to meet with the petitioners and discuss the possible expansion and the experience of the petitioners. After much discussion, Grand Master Williams advised the Brothers attending to “wait with patience” while he took the matter under advisement.

On the morning of March 14, 2003, Grand Master Willie L. Williams issued a letter of dispensation granting the Brothers the right to form a lodge, conduct meetings, and receive petitions. Upon receipt of the dispensation, the petitioning Brothers officially became Foundation Lodge (UD). The Grand Master appointed the three principal officers of the lodge: Worshipful Master: Corey Shackleford; Senior Warden: PM Curtis Shelton; Junior Warden: Antonio Buckley. It was at that moment that the "The Flagship" set sail and began to travel and journey into foreign lands. The inaugural meeting for Foundation Lodge (UD) was held on April 7, 2003 at the Smyrna Community Center at 7:30PM. The meeting was ritualistically opened and at the close of business was closed in due and ancient form by WM Corey Shackleford with prayer being rendered by Brother Daryl Joseph.

Shortly afterwards, Foundation Lodge (UD) began to hold their monthly meetings at the Paul E. Kelly, Jr. American Legion Post No. 296 in Marietta, GA. During this time the lodge prepared itself for the upcoming 136th Grand Session in Athens, GA. On June 13, 2003, the Grand Lodge of Georgia granted the charter for Foundation Lodge No. 592 in Smyrna, GA. The installation of officers and chartering ceremony was held on June 22, 2003, at the Paul E. Kelly, Jr. American Legion Post No. 296. Worshipful Master Corey Shackleford received his Past Master Degree, and all remaining officers were elected and installed by Grand Master Willie L. Williams.

Under the leadership of WM Corey D. Shackleford, the members of Foundation Lodge No. 592 embarked upon but not limited to community service endeavors such as: Keep Smyrna Beautiful Adopt-A-Mile program, annual Blood Drive with the American Red Cross, Hands On Atlanta-Smyrna, annual Christmas Adopt-A-Family, and a annual Gospel Fest. These are just a few noble deeds that we have successfully implemented, executed, and maintained in our short existence. Foundation has made a tremendous impact on Atlanta Masonic District No. 3 and the great Jurisdiction of Georgia. We have even extended our hand of “Brotherly Love” beyond our own jurisdiction individually and collectively. It's the dedication of the members of Foundation Lodge No. 592, to be an example of what it is to display Brotherly Love, Truth, and Relief. Although young in age with our collective wisdom this has given us the insight as a veteran lodge. Moreover, this has allowed us to be successful and continue to be successful in all of our many endeavors. After his tenure as Worshipful Master, PM Shackleford was appointed to several Grand Lodge positions under the leadership of Most Worshipful Grand Master the Honorable Ramsey Davis Jr. In 2005 he was appointed Asst. Grand Historian and in 2006 appointed to the position of Grand Director of Technology where he currently serves.

In 2005, we continued to blaze the trails under the leadership of WM Curtis. B. Shelton. We grew, we prospered, and we intellectually enriched our minds through our Masonic studies with the successful execution of our Flagship Masonic Social Club. Our outreach in the community expanded to Kennesaw, GA with the Legacy Park Community annual Juneteenth celebration and we continued the effort of fostering and building the core of family involvement within our activities by including our wives, children and loved ones. One of the most notable highlights of success under WM Shelton's watch was the challenge of securing a new and formal meeting place for our lodge to facilitate our regular communications. On December 21, 2005, Foundation Lodge No. 592 (PHA) held our first meeting and 2006 elections at Eden Lodge No. 46 (PHA) Masonic Hall on 367 Montgomery St. in Marietta, GA.  PM Curtis Shelton later demitted to Eden Lodge No. 46 after serving as Treasurer during the 2006 year.

In 2006, the torch was passed to WM Christopher Parham who continued the rich tradition that Foundation Lodge exemplified.  Shortly after passing the chair PM Parham demitted to Eden Lodge No. 46.

In 2007 the stewardship of Foundation Lodge was passed on to Bro. Sean Radford to serve as Worshipful Master.  2007 was a year of tremendous success for the members of Foundation Lodge No. 592.  In 2007, the members of Foundation Lodge continued in the tradition of cultivating an environment that promotes brotherhood, community involvement, and enlightenment.  Some of the most significant successes came in the form of partnerships with community organizations such as the American Red Cross for the annual Blood Drive, M.U.S.T. Ministries for our annual Gospel Fest, and the NAACP for the Juneteenth celebration held in Marietta Square.  Through these partnerships and existing service initiatives such as the Keep Smyrna Beautiful Adopt-a-Mile Program, VA Nursing Home visitations, and the holiday Adopt-A-Family initiative, the members of Foundation continue to illustrate the importance of empowering and improving the community at large.  Foundation Lodge is set on a course of success and is navigated by a membership that is truly committed to its goals.