Please welcome 2009 Supreme Queen
Vesta Marshall

Daughters of the Nile is a benevolent 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 147 Temples throughout the United States and Canada. The members of Daughters of the Nile are proud of their heritage and are grateful to the Shrine of North America for allowing us to assist with the patients at the 21 Shriners Hospitals for Children. The deep and lasting friendships that develop within the membership in our two wonderful countries provide a value that cannot be measured in dollars and cents. It is a privilege to belong to Daughters of the Nile.

While Daughters of the Nile take our work for the Shriners Hospitals very seriously, there are also many opportunities for fun and fellowship. Participation in the Subordinate Temples and their Units and Clubs strengthens the bond between members. Each Temple holds social functions in addition to regularly scheduled sessions and fund-raising events. Each year, through our Supreme Temple Convalescent Endowment Fund and Convalescent Relief Account, Daughters of the Nile contribute approximately $1.5 million dollars to the Shriners Hospitals. In addition, many temples sew garments, quilts, provide toys, hold parties for the children, as well as log many, many volunteer hours in the hospitals. In reality, over three million dollars is contributed to the hospitals each year. You may look through this fraternal website and find out more about us and our work.

Believing in the principles and purposes of our Order I have been elected to serve this organization as its Supreme Queen and its Chairman of the Board of Directors, for the year 2009-2010.  I will travel to every Temple and Shrine Hospital and will strive to lead with kindness, love, and understanding, and always remembering “TO LET MY LIGHT SHINE IN 2009”.