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SHRINERS

Who are the Shriners?

A brotherhood of men...dedicated to fun and fellowship...but with a serious purpose. 

Shriners are distinguished by an enjoyment of life and a commitment to philanthropy.  We support what has been called the "World's Greatest Philanthropy." Shriners Hospitals for Children is a network of 22 pediatric specialty hospitals, operated and maintained by the Shrine. All children, up to 18 years old may be eligible for treatment at Shriners Hospitals if they, in the opinion of the hospital's chief of staff, could benefit from the specialized care available at Shriners Hospitals. Eligibility is not based on financial need or relationship to a Shriner.  Since 1922 we have treated over 860,000 children at these 22 hospitals located throughout North America for orthopaedics, burns, spinal bifida, and cleft palate at NO COST to their families, insurance, or anyone.  Our operational budget for 2008 is over $826 million -- over $2 million per day.  We accept any child for treatment up to 18 years of age regardless of their race, creed, or background.  Our only criterion is to be able to improve their health and their life.  This is NOT just for Shriner's children -- it is for anyone. 

We and our ladies also enjoy parades, trips, dances, dinners, sporting events and other social activities.

In order to become a Shriner, a man must first be a Mason. The fraternity of Freemasonry is the oldest, largest and most widely known fraternity in the world. It dates back hundreds of years to the time when stonemasons and other craftsmen gathered in shelter houses or lodges. Over the years, formal Masonic lodges emerged, with members bound together not by trade, but by their desire to be fraternal brothers.

Sun City Shrine Club -- a unit of the Ben Hur Shrine Temple based in Austin    http://www.benhurshrine.org

 

 

An 18-wheel semi-trailer truck in normal commercial service is wearing an ad for Ben Hur Shrine and Shriners Hospitals for Children.  

 

Current Hot News and Events -- click here to be taken directly to more detailed information

Galveston Burns Hospital Reopens:  This hospital, closed since Hurricane Ike devestated Galveston, has opened!

Sun City Holiday Lighting:  The Shrine Club thanks all those in Sun City who supported the 2009/2010 Holiday Season with your donations, which amounted to $6154!  These monies will go, 100% to the Shriners Hospitals for Children.  In addition, we recognized all the volunteer help we get from the Sun City Firemen in the installation and removal of the lighting via a placque that was presented in the recent Georgetown City Council Meeting.  The presentation picture is below.

The Annual Shrine Circus:   This event was held January 16, 17, and 18 at the Cedar Pard Events Center.  We had sold-out attendance at most performances; these proceeds will also go to the Shriners Childrens Hospitals.

Annual IHOP Pancake Day:  This event will take place 23 February at all of the Austin-area IHOP restaurants.  We are seeking donations for the Childrens Hospitals and the IHOP's are donation free pancakes to all patrons.

 

  "Tabs for Kids" --  Don't forget!  Monies realized from the redemption of these aluminum tabs also goes 100% to the Shriners Children's Hospitals.

 

New Members -- 

   

Current Members -- Please keep us up-to-date regarding address, phone number, and e-mail changes.

 

Meetings

Business & fellowship meetings are held at the Berry Creek Country Club in Georgetown, Texas.  Meetings start at 5:30 p.m. with dinner at 6:00 p.m.

The next meeting is February 16.   Agenda: TBD

 

Other activities and fundraising events occur throughout the year:

IHOP (Int'l House of Pancakes) Day -- Annual event to raise money for the Shriners' Childerns Hospitals 

WalMart "Shake the Bucket" Day

Tent at the Red Poppy Festival - Georgetown

Shriners Night at Round Rock Express Ball Game

"Gift of Life" Golf Tournament -- Annual event to benefit the Shriners' Childerns Hospitals

Sun City Holiday Lighting Program -- Shriners bringing the Holiday Spirit to all residents and visitors!

and more.... 

 

Officers to Contact

Ray DeVries, Pres.                             863-6807                  d6450@suddenlink.net

Jack Reed, V.P.                                 864-2429                  jcr512@suddenlink.net 

Ron Ferreri, Treasurer                         868-9557                    ferreri146@suddenlink.net

Al Scholin, SecretaryWebmaster         864-9493                  ascholin@verizon.net

 

Last updated: 2/15/10

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