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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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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
Touching lives and securing futures from coast to coast.
Please select a state to discover Modern Woodmen's local impact. Data from 2022.
* 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 Brain Health: Keep It Top of Mind initiative in 2022 encouraged members to participate in service, educational and fundraising activities to help raise awareness of brain and mental health in their communities. 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.
Modern Woodmen chapter volunteers become grateful recipients
To say Teddy and Fran Ridenhour are involved in their community is an understatement. They’ve always been there when their Hulbert, Oklahoma, neighbors needed help – from raising a barn to raising money.
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Employee Benefits Member Profile
Our small automotive repair shop is a second-generation family-owned business since 1969. As a small business, we struggle with matching the benefits of larger businesses.
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My Father was a Forester
Bjorn Sangder became a Modern Woodmen member in the early 1900s. The life insurance he purchased provided valuable financial protection and peace of mind. But his membership offered more than that. It also made him part of a brotherhood.
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Modern Woodmen chapter volunteers become grateful recipients
To say Teddy and Fran Ridenhour are involved in their community is an understatement. They’ve always been there when their Hulbert, Oklahoma, neighbors needed help – from raising a barn to raising money.
Read the full story
Employee Benefits Member Profile
Our small automotive repair shop is a second-generation family-owned business since 1969. As a small business, we struggle with matching the benefits of larger businesses.
Read the full story
My Father was a Forester
Bjorn Sangder became a Modern Woodmen member in the early 1900s. The life insurance he purchased provided valuable financial protection and peace of mind. But his membership offered more than that. It also made him part of a brotherhood.
Read the full story
