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Fraternalism is a way of caring and giving back. It’s about being part of something bigger than yourself.
Since 1883, Modern Woodmen of America has brought people together, supported families and strengthened communities.
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We can help you meet your current needs, achieve your future dreams and plan for all stages of life.
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When you join Modern Woodmen, you become a member of the organization. You trust us with your financial needs. And you have the opportunity to access fraternal member programs and impact your community.
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Fraternalism is a way of caring and giving back. It’s about being part of something bigger than yourself.
2,200 local chapters and 500 youth service clubs nationwide
volunteer hours donated by members in chapters, Summit chapters, and youth service clubs
contributed to worthy causes through fundraisers (includes total raised by member chapters and clubs partnering with community groups)
In support of members and their communities
Please select a state to discover Modern Woodmen's local impact. Data from 2023.
* Supporting social, educational, volunteer and fundraising activities, including total dollars raised by member chapters and youth clubs partnering with community groups.
Nationwide, local groups of members come together regularly for social, educational and volunteer activities. Participation is not required. However, many members choose to get involved in their area.
Modern Woodmen’s nationwide Raising Readers initiative in 2023 supported children’s literacy. Chapters and youth service clubs held activities throughout the year to ignite a passion for reading. Members helped nearly 20,000 kids. Learn more.
Members can enjoy opportunities to meet other local members, build relationships and impact communities. Modern Woodmen activities offer time to bond with family and friends.
But these activities aren’t the only extras of Modern Woodmen membership. Members have access to a variety of other programs that meet needs during different ages and life stages.
These local groups of Modern Woodmen members come together regularly for social, educational and volunteer activities. Chapter activities are experiences, not sales events, and are open to members of all ages. Members 55 and older can also participate in Summit chapters – special groups targeted to the interests of this age group.
These groups help Modern Woodmen kids make an impact close to home. Club members form lifelong friendships with other Modern Woodmen members in their area while helping their schools, neighborhoods and favorite causes.
MoneyMasters by Modern Woodmen is a free personal finance educational program designed to teach important financial topics to learners of all ages.
Each program is offered through a local Modern Woodmen financial representative, whose expertise can be a resource for participants.
Kindergarten through high school:
The MoneyMasters K-12 program is a best-in-class, blended-learning program developed by and available only through Modern Woodmen. The free program for classrooms, home schools and youth groups includes interactive modules and hands-on activities that help students in different grade levels connect with the material.
Adults:
MoneyMasters workshops help educate groups of adults on basic personal finance topics. Modern Woodmen representatives deliver these interactive workshops as a volunteer service through partnership with a local nonprofit organization or public agency.
MoneyMasters teaches learners of all ages (kindergarten through adulthood) how to prepare for financial responsibilities and make wise financial decisions.
Contact a Modern Woodmen representative near you to get started with MoneyMasters.
A Day to Remember
Alesia and Branson were married 13 ½ years before a tragic accident cut Branson’s life short. Here, Alesia reflects on how Modern Woodmen supported her after his passing.
Estate Planning Member Profile
Frank and Hazel, members from Arkansas, talk about why estate planning is important to them and how Modern Woodmen helped them set a plan.
A story from Modern Woodmen’s retired president and CEO
W. Kenny Massey, retired president, and CEO of Modern Woodmen of America lost his father at an early age. Because of his experience, he believes in the promises Modern Woodmen makes to members.
A Day to Remember
Alesia and Branson were married 13 ½ years before a tragic accident cut Branson’s life short. Here, Alesia reflects on how Modern Woodmen supported her after his passing.
Estate Planning Member Profile
Frank and Hazel, members from Arkansas, talk about why estate planning is important to them and how Modern Woodmen helped them set a plan.
A story from Modern Woodmen’s retired president and CEO
W. Kenny Massey, retired president, and CEO of Modern Woodmen of America lost his father at an early age. Because of his experience, he believes in the promises Modern Woodmen makes to members.
