What is Rainbow?
The International Order of the Rainbow for Girls (Rainbow) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit service and leadership organization for girls. Across three age groups, members become part of an international sisterhood of service and citizenship, building leaders one color at a time.
Rainbow Gets Girls Ready for Life!
Are YOU ready?
in their own words
Rainbow has taught me to keep an open mind. People come from all backgrounds and deserve respect.”
Lina G.
Being in Rainbow is being a girl who helps her community while making memories that will last a lifetime.”
Sammy F.
A Rainbow Girl is someone who represents the 7 colors of the rainbow and follow the virtues of hope and charity. She devotes her time to serve others and improve on life long needed skills.”
Kemaya O.
Sparkle
Ages 3-5
Pledge
Ages 6-9
Rainbow
Ages 10-20
Majority
Ages 21+
WHAT are the rainbow girls?
The International Order of the Rainbow for Girls builds girls into leaders of tomorrow. Our sisterhood extends across 47 states in the U.S. as well as 9 other countries, building a community of girls connected in their love of service.
Rainbow is associated with the Freemasons, but membership has always been open to all girls.
Rainbow is led by girls, for girls. The elected leader of the local Assembly, called the Worthy Advisor, plans her own 6-month term by creating events, coordinating the calendar, delegating tasks, and choosing a charity to raise money for during her term. She plans her own fundraisers, fun events, and service projects. She presides over the meeting and is responsible for keeping order. Adults are always there to support her, but she is the true leader. This opportunity to learn how to lead, even at a young age, teaches girls many skills that will be crucial no matter what they choose to do in life!
Our current term
Worthy Advisor: Faith
Theme: A Rainbow for All Seasons
Charity: Richmond Animal League (RAL)
Mascot: Mushrooms
Symbols: Leaves, vines, flowers
Flower: Violets, sunflowers
Scripture: “So we can confidently say, the Lord is my helper; I will not fear; what can man do to me?” Hebrews 13:6
Honor Stations: Faith, Charity
Service Projects: Ronald McDonald House grab-n-go bags, Paw Packs for RAL, and Paws In Action with RAL, Donation drive for RAL
Colors: Moss green, sky blue, toadstool red
Special Events: Valentine’s Parents Night Out, Flamingo Flocking Fundraiser, beach day at Bear Creek Lake, Rage RVA Paint room, Richmond ghost tour
Richmond Assembly #10 is located in Richmond, Virginia.
We hope you will join us at an upcoming event! Check the Events tab or Contact Us for more info.
Richmond Assembly at the 2018 Supreme (International) Meeting
WHat does the RAINBOW mean?
Rainbow was founded in 1922 by Rev. W. Mark Sexson, a Christian minister and member of the Masonic Lodge in McAlester, Oklahoma. He used the colors of the Rainbow to emphasize 7 important life lessons:
Red: Love
We act in love toward others.
Orange: Religion
We associate ourselves with some religion and believe in one Creator.
Yellow: Nature
We value and spend time in nature.
Green: Immortality
We believe that what we do in this life carries forward after death.
Blue: Fidelity
We are true to each other and are reliable.
Indigo: Patriotism
We are good citizens, and support and defend our country.
Violet: Service
Selfless service is the true key to happiness.