WOMEN ORGANIZATIONS

Shriners International partners with numerous organizations that are open to women, Shriners’ spouses, widows and female relatives of Shriners and Masons. These organizations include:

Ladies’ Oriental Shrine of North America
Ladies’ Oriental Shrine of North America was founded in 1914 to extend good fellowship among families of Shriners. The ladies provide financial support and assistance to the hospitals with an emphasis on sewing and special projects.

Daughters of the Nile
Since the Daughters of the Nile was founded in 1913, the group has contributed millions of dollars to Shriners Children’s. Members also donate clothing, quilts, toys and volunteer hours to our hospitals.

Order of the Eastern Star
The Order of the Eastern Star is a Masonic appendant body open to both men and women. Established in 1850, the order is based on some teachings from the Bible, but is open to people of all religious beliefs. Members are age 18 and older. Men must be Master Masons and women must have specific relationships with a Mason.

Shrine Guilds of America
The Shrine Guilds of America was established in 1947 and provides independent support, education and aid to children treated at Shriners Children’s.

The Order of the Amaranth
The Order of the Amaranth is a Masonic affiliated organization for Master Masons and their wives founded in 1873. The ceremonies of the Amaranth are based on the Order of Amarante created by Queen Christina of Sweden on January 6, 1653 for both ladies and knights.

Job’s Daughters International
Job’s Daughters International is an organization for young women from 10 to 20 years old who are related to a Master Mason, or sponsored by Majority Members of the organization. Members participate in social activities, service projects and charitable works. Job’s Daughters actively supports the Hearing Impaired Kids Endowment Fund (H.I.K.E), which purchases hearing-assistive devices for children.

International Order of the Rainbow for Girls
International Order of the Rainbow for Girls, originally founded by a Mason, is open to girls between the ages of 11 and 20, irrespective of their Masonic affiliation. Members participate in service projects and fundraisers.

We are here if you have any questions, please contact our Shriners International membership liaison, at Membership@shrinenet.org or 813-281-0300.