Acca Shriners – Richmond, VA

Who We Are

ACCA Shriners are men with a common Masonic bond who are dedicated to brotherhood, family, fun, and philanthropy. Together with our ladies and families by our sides, we strive to make a difference in this world for the better.

In order to be a Shriner, you must first be a Master Mason. But you will see this code often in Masonic Lodges: 2B1Ask1. In other words, there is no secret invitation to Masonry. Your journey starts by asking to join, which you can do here: beafreemason.org

What We Do

You’ve probably seen Shriners in parades. While we love our parades, that is just the tip of the iceberg. From concerts to parties to service projects, Shriners and their families are constantly working on having fun.

With about 40 different clubs and units, we have groups designed to match your interests and region. If we don’t have a group that interests you, we’ll help you and a few friends start one up.

Everything we do is either to increase camaraderie or support our philanthropy, Shriners Hospitals for Children.

Our Passion

We are passionate about our philanthropy, Shriners Hospitals for Children. From fundraising to public awareness campaigns, Shriners are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children through our international healthcare network dedicated to pediatric orthopedic and burn care. Learn more about Shriners Children’s here: shrinerschildrens.org

On the local level, ACCA Shriners volunteer their time and money on transporting Virginia patients and their families to our hospitals for care. This requires well over 120 volunteer road trips and 80,000 miles per year plus numerous flights, hotel rooms, and travel expenses.