About Lakehead Shrine
Hospital Transportation Fund
Shriner's Hospitals for ChildrenThe first known Shriner in this area was created in the first class of Khartum Temple in 1905. There were many Shriners in the area during the ensuing years and in 1937 Khartum Temple was granted jurisdiction for Northwestern Ontario.
The Lakehead Shrine Club members are also members of units. Each unit has its own purpose and personality and contributes to the club as members of a family. As a family we share many good times and grow in fraternity as we unite our efforts to help crippled and burned children.
The Mission of the Shriners is to be the Premiere Fraternal Organization for men of good character; committed to providing attractive, quality programs and services for its members, their families and friends in a spirit of fun, fellowship and social camaraderie; fostering self improvement through leadership, education, the perpetuation of moral values and community involvement; and serving mankind through the resources of its great philanthropy, the Shriners Hospitals for Children.
A new fundraiser for the club is the"Easel Program," which allows individuals to purchase beautiful art & incredible collectables and support a worthy cause at the same time. The Easel Program runs nationwide across Canada, connecting people with a simple and effective medium and allowing them to participate in creating positive change: locations and more information to follow.
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We also have the annual fundraisers.
Our annual Christmas cakes and shortbread cookies fundraiser is a holiday season favourite. This fundraiser is an initiative that we undertake every year to support all Lakehead Shrine Club’s activities that help families in need of our services in our area. We sell delicious Christmas cakes and shortbread cookies, and all the proceeds from the sales go towards this worthy cause.
Get ready to add some flavour to your meals and support a good cause with our Spring Vidalia Onion Fundraiser! Straight from the farm to your doorstep, our onions are hand-picked and carefully packaged to ensure the freshest and highest quality. Whether you're grilling, roasting, or caramelizing, these sweet and juicy onions are the perfect addition to any dish. And with proceeds going towards all Shrine activities such as helping families in need in our community, your purchase will make a real difference. The fundraiser takes place in May when the onions arrive, usually around Mother's Day, and goes on till we sell out (which usually takes less than a week). We will be selling our onions at Home Hardware on Memorial Ave. So, mark your calendars and stock up on these fantastic Vidalia onions – your taste buds and your community will thank you!
Hey there! Are you feeling lucky? Enter the Khartum Shriners Cash Calendar for a chance to win big! We're giving away $25 every Monday through Saturday, $100 every Sunday, and a grand prize of $1500 on both January 1st and December 31st. Oh, and the best part? You can win more than once, as your ticket will be put back into the drum. Just a heads up, though: payments cannot be considered charitable donations. To see if you're one of our lucky winners, be sure to check out our website at www.khartumshriners.org. Good luck!
Contact any Shriner for your calendar and chance to win, or send a message on the Contact Us page.
LSC FundraisersAt Shriner's Hospitals for Children, we work tirelessly to provide compassionate care and support to young patients who face orthopedic and neuromusculoskeletal conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries, cleft lip and palate, and other complex health care needs. Our mission is to ensure that every child, regardless of their family's financial situation, can access the medical attention and assistance they need. We believe that every child deserves a chance to thrive, and we are honored to be able to provide transportation services for the child and one parent to the hospital.Lakehead Shrine Club / Khartum Shriners
In 1905, Khartum Temple was established and chartered in Winnipeg, Manitoba, under the efforts of members of the Masonic Order, Scottish and York Rites, and the Shrine of North America. Khartum became Temple No. 95 in the Shrine of North America and the fifth temple to be chartered in Canada.
In 1922, the Shriners Hospitals for Children was established, and Khartum Shriners sent their first three patients to the Twin Cities Shrine Hospital for Children in 1923. In 1937, Khartum was given jurisdiction over the Lakehead and Northern Ontario areas, and in 1949, the Winnipeg Unit of Shriners Hospital for Children was built.
Khartum also introduced the Stop Burns Injuries Program and the Khartum Patient Transportation Fund, a registered charity that enables Khartum to triple its patient load of children requiring medical services.
Khartum Shriners remain fiercely proud of their contributions and services to the "World's Greatest Philanthropy."
About Us
Khartum Shrine Transportation Fund is a non-profit organization that helps change the lives of children in need. The organization is dedicated to improving the lives of children in need of medical care. The fund was established with the primary mission of providing reliable transportation services to children who require medical attention at the Shrine Hospitals.
The fund has been serving children for many years, and it relies on the generous donations of individuals and organizations to continue its work. The transportation services provided by the Khartum Shrine Transportation Fund are safe and reliable, ensuring that children receive the care they need in a timely and stress-free manner.
The fund is committed to positively impacting the lives of children in need, and it works tirelessly to ensure that every child has access to the medical treatment they require. The Khartum Shrine Transportation Fund is a beacon of hope for families who are struggling to provide the medical care their children need, and it is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those it serves.
So, if you're looking for a way to make a positive impact on the world, consider donating to the Khartum Shrine Transportation Fund.
About Khartum Shrine
At Shriners Children’s, we are committed to reaching as many children as possible, wherever they may live, and offering them our unique, patient-centered, wrap-around care.
For most of its history, our health care system has been known as Shriners Hospitals for Children. As we adapt to current nationwide trends in health care, especially the emphasis on outpatient care, and some locations become clinics or outpatient centers, we have introduced the phrase “Shriners Children’s.” It is shorter and more definitive – clearly stating who we are and what we care about. We are Shriners, and our commitment is to Children. In today’s fast-paced world, this short phrase helps to define us succinctly and clearly.
Since opening our first hospital in 1922, we have been devoted to providing high-quality specialty medical care to the children and families who come to us, regardless of their ability to pay or insurance status. A century later, our commitment hasn’t changed — only expanded.
Our three-part mission has one goal: to change and improve lives. We do this by caring for our patients, conducting research to gain knowledge and develop new treatments, and providing educational opportunities for physicians and other healthcare professionals.
From One Location to Worldwide Reach
The members of the Shriners fraternity have always shared a desire to help those in need. In the late 1910s, as a polio epidemic swept across the United States, it was apparent that many children were going without appropriate care. So, the Shriners established a children’s hospital to meet this need.
On May 12, 1922, thousands gathered to witness the placing of the cornerstone of the first Shriners Children's Hospital in Shreveport, Louisiana. The first patient – a little girl with clubfoot – was seen on Sept. 16, 1922, in a remodeled home adjacent to the Masonic temple while construction of the permanent hospital was underway.
What began as a single hospital is now a world-renowned and beloved healthcare system with hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe. We are now providing hope and healing to more children in more places.