Friendship, Philanthropy, and Purpose
Supporting Shriners Children's™ through a legacy of love and service.
About Daughters of the Nile
Rooted in Legacy
Daughters of the Nile is a women's fraternal organization founded in 1913, dedicated to supporting Shriners Children's™. With over 20,000 members across the United States, Canada Brazil, and Bolivia, we are united in friendship, service, and support for children in need.
Our History
Heart of Our Mission
Over $70 Million in Love and Support
$70M+ donated to Shriners Children's™
Our members' generosity has transformed countless lives through specialized medical care.
Thousands of handmade comfort items
Our members craft personalized items to bring comfort to young patients.
120+ local temples supporting 20+ hospitals
Supporting more than 20 Shriners Children's hospitals across North America.
A Place Where You Belong
Become a Part of Something Meaningful
Our membership is open to women of good character. We offer a unique opportunity to form lasting friendships while making a real difference in children's lives.
"Joining Daughters of the Nile has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. The friendships I've made and the impact we've had together is truly priceless."
Sarah Johnson
Member since 2018
Upcoming Events & News
Southern Days 2025
The Members of Zia Temple No. 148 Invite you to Southern Days 2025
Learn MoreRegister NowA Heartfelt Connection
Our partnership with Shriners Children's™ is at the core of our mission. Together, we provide life-changing medical care to children regardless of their families' ability to pay. From orthopedic care to burn treatment and spinal cord injury rehabilitation, we're proud to support these vital services.
Kathy Walliker
Supreme Queen
Welcome from the Queen
Thank you for visiting the Daughters of the Nile website, and for your interest in our organization.
Established in 1913 in Seattle, Washington, we are an international women’s fraternal organization committed to fostering social and intellectual opportunities. For more than 112 years and still rich in tradition, our forward-thinking women come together in fellowship, but also in service and support of our philanthropy – Shriners Hospitals for Children®. Since our first donation over 100 years ago, the Daughters of the Nile Foundations in both the United States and Canada have contributed over $77 million dollars to this cause. Also, because Shriners Children’s® holds a special place in our hearts, we volunteer our time and talents.
We invite you to learn more and reach out if you are interested in joining us.
Guided by Wisdom
Kathleen “Kathy” Rafter
Supreme Princess Royal
Zarah Temple No. 72
Vancouver, British Columbia
Donna Huff Isbell
Supreme Princess Tirzah
Dynasty Amenna Temple No. 164
Nashville, Tennessee
Heather Herridge, PQ
Supreme Princess Badoura
Oasis Temple No. 46 Montreal,
Quebec, Canada
Sue A. Layman, PSQ
Supreme Princess Recorder
Isis Temple No. 41
Evansville, Indiana
Kendall “Kendy” Cusick-Rindone, PQ
Supreme Princess Banker
El Mejdel Temple No. 47
Denver, Colorado
