Bedouin Shrine Temple

The Shrine is best known for its colorful parades, its distinctive red fez, and its official philanthropy, Shriners Hospitals for Children, which is often called the "World's Greatest Philanthropy.

When Shriners of North America established the first Shriners Hospital in 1922, little did the Shriners of that time realize that their dream would grow into an international network of 22 hospitals. Shriners Hospitals were among the first specialized pediatric orthopaedic hospitals in North America.

Charitable contributions work hard at Shriners Hospitals. Shriners Hospitals for Children are at the forefront of medical treatment and research in orthopaedic, burn and spinal cord injury care. More than 800,000 young people are today able to lead better, fuller lives, thanks to the hospital and medical services we have provided. Donations are tax-deductible as provided by law.