Shriners Hospitals for Children is a one-of-a-kind international health care system of 22 hospitals dedicated to improving the lives of children by providing specialty pediatric care, innovative research and outstanding teaching programs. Children up to age 18 with orthopaedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries, and cleft lip and palate are eligible for admission and receive all care in a family-centered environment at no charge – regardless of financial need.

Children up to age 18 are eligible for admission to Shriners Hospitals for Children if, in the opinion of Shriners Hospitals physicians, there is a reasonable possibility they can benefit from the specialized services available. Admission is based solely on a child's medical needs. To refer a child to Shriners Hospitals, please call (800) 237-5055.

As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Shriners Hospitals for Children relies on the generous donations of Shriners and the general public to carry out its mission and change the lives of children every day. For more information about supporting Shriners Hospitals, please visit www.shrinershospitals.org or call (800) 241-GIFT.

Shriners of North America

Shriners of North America is a fraternity of approximately 400,000 members from 191 temples (chapters) in the U.S., Canada, Mexico and the Republic of Panama. Members, known as Shriners, are also Master Masons, meaning they belong to the Masonic fraternity.

Founded in 1872, Shriners of North America is based on fun, fellowship and the Masonic principles of brotherly love, relief and truth. Within each temple, there are clubs and units for members with various interests and hobbies. There are also many opportunities for leadership development and public speaking. Shriners of North America founded Shriners Hospitals for Children in the early 1920s, and today remains a significant source of support for the health care system.

 
For more information about Shriners of North America, including how to become a member, please visit www.shrinershq.org or call (800) 537-4746.