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The official support groups of Carnival play a crucial role in the pomp and pageantry that creates the magic and mystique of the celebration!

 

The Grand Krewes of Carnival Memphis

Shortly after the successful inception of Carnival, the founders decided to increase participation by adding support groups from the greater Mid-South community. These organizations, currently called Grand Krewes, have members from many walks of life and throughout the Memphis area. Each Grand Krewe is an autonomous organization, having its own board of directors, executive committee, royalty and members.

The main purpose of a Grand Krewe is to support the mission and goals of Carnival Memphis and participate in the events hosted by Carnival Memphis and the Grand Krewes. Members of each Grand Krewe have the opportunity to raise funds for the Carnival Children’s Charity Initiative and each organization has a member sit on the annual charity selection committee. Grand Krewe members are able to attend the Business & Industry Salute Luncheon as well as all social events held by Carnival Memphis and interact with all members and past and present royalty and board members.

The average size of the current ten Grand Krewes is between 50 and 75 members, although some are significantly larger. Each Grand Krewe has at least a half dozen or more events per year, with some holding monthly and/or weekly events. Dues for Grand Krewe members can range from $150 to $500 depending on the group and some include event attendance in their dues.

The most ancient known Carnival was the festival of Osiris in Egypt, which had it\'s origins in rites tied to the coming of Spring. The Grand Krewe of Osiris was founded in Memphis in 1934. The Krewe colors are bright red and white, and its symbol is the Great Eye of Osiris.
The Grand Krewe of RaMet works incredibly hard on their annual charity Golf Outing, which benefits their children\'s charity. RaMet has a storied history with Carnival since 1938.
Visit their website at http://www.ramet.org

The Grand Krewe of Sphinx was established in 1935. Sphinx members have a long standing tradition of serving the Mid-South community. Visit their website at: http://www.sphinxmemphis.com

The original Mystic Memphi was founded in 1872 and sponsored the original Memphis Mardi Gras celebrations of the 1800\'s. Throughout the city\'s history, Memphi has proudly supported Carnival and the betterment of the community.
Visit their website at http://www.memphi.com
The Grand Krewe of Phoenix is one of the newer Carnival Krewes. The Krewe holds their annual Karaoke Party as fundraiser for their charity. The event is quickly becoming a \"must\" for all Carnival members regardless of the quality of their voice.
The Singles Krewe in one of Carnival\'s most active group. Between bridge and supper clubs, theater and travel groups, golf, tennis, and almost any social activity possible, Ennead\'s members have somehow found time to set fund raising records yearly in support of the Children\'s Charity Initiative.
Visit their Website at http://www.ennead.info
\"Ptolemy\"In only their third year as a Grand Krewe, Ptolemy has made an early impact on Carnival Memphis and the community. Krewe members are as diverse as our community, and have involved themselves in the frivolity, festiveness, and charitable aspects of Carnival.
Visit their website at: http://www.ptolemymemphis.com/
\"PTAH\"Recognized in Egyptian mythology as the patron god of ancient Memphis, Ptah was founded in 1970. Ptah\'s annual Black Tie and Tennis Shoe Ball is the ultimate experience for fun and outlandish costumes.
Visit their website at http://www.thegrandkreweofptah.com/
Our goal is to work with the community and other krewe\'s to help Carnival Memphis fulfill their selected charities needs and requests.Several of our events will be open to the public and some will be by invitation only to other Carnival Memphis members.
Visit thier website at http://www.luxor4kids.org

The Queen Bees are a group of past Queens who loved their Carnival experience so much that they established a special support group.

Secret Order of Boll Weevils
Who are those green guys?? The Boll Weevils! Carnival\'s Men of Mischief.
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