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Affiliated Women's Organizations
Daughters of the Nile is an international organization for women who are related by birth or marriage to a Shriner, Master Mason or Daughter of the Nile. Founded in 1913, by 22 progressive women with strength of purpose and vision, it boasts 149 Temples throughout the United States and Canada. The top official of the Supreme Temple holds the title of Supreme Queen. The Daughters of the Nile contribute over $1 million annually to the Shriners Hospitals for Children. Members also contribute their time and creative efforts to Shriners Hospitals through volunteer work and the sewing garments, quilts and other necessary items for the children. Ladies Oriental Shrine of North America is a fun group of women who are related by birth or marriage to a Master Mason. Each court assumes an obligation to extend financial support and assistance to Shriners Hospitals for Children with emphasis on the hospital fund, sewing and special projects. Founded in 1903, there are currently 86 courts throughout the United States and Canada under the Grand Council. The top official of the Grand Council holds the title of Grand High Priestess. Shrine Guilds of America provides independent support and aid to Shriners Hospitals for Children and concentrates on the education of children during their stay at Shiners Hospitals. Organized in 1947, there are approximately 14 guilds today, mostly in Florida and Indiana. Members are wives or widows of Shiners. the leader of the Imperial Council of Shrine Guilds of America is called the Imperial Maharanee. Order of the Eastern Star is the largest fraternal organization to which both men and women may belong. Worldwide, there are approximately 1 million members under the General Grand Chapter. Eastern Star chapters donate funds to a variety of worthy causes including: Shriners Hospitals for Children, Cancer Research Project, Arthritis Fund, orphanages and many other charities.
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