What is a Shriner?

We are Freemasons who believe in making a difference, especially for children who need our help most.

Shriners International is, at its heart, a fraternity based on fun, fellowship, and the Masonic principles of brotherly love, relief, and truth. With 193 temples across the United States, Canada, Mexico, the Philippines, Puerto Rico, and the Republic of Panama, our 340,000 members come from all over the world to unite us in our common goal.

If you would like to learn more about our tenants of philanthropy, fraternity and fun, get in touch with us today.

What do Shriners do?

El Jebel Shriners proudly support Shriners Hospitals for Children®, an international healthcare system compromised of 22 hospitals and an ever-growing number of clinics that serve children. From pediatric care to research and teaching programs, they work to make the world a better place.

A Short History of El Jebel

Freemasonry came to Denver in 1858.

On September 23, 1887, the Isis Shrine from Salina, Kansas, created the first forty nobles in Denver. El Jebel received its charter as the 39th Shrine Temple on June 25, 1888.

George Q. Richmond was the first Potentate (under dispensation) in 1878.

Albert B. McGaffey was elected Potentate 1888-89 and later became Imperial Potentate in 1897.