Kelly Darby Modern Woodmen of America

12/31/2025

As 2025 comes to a close, now's the time to celebrate and reflect. Did you accomplish what you wanted financially? Answer below!

12/29/2025

12/26/2025

Our national Wild About Animals initiative is coming to an end. Members across the country have had a great time connecting with animals over the past two years. Over 2,000 service projects were completed. In total, chapters across the country partnered with animal-related causes and contributed over $880,000*.

https://www.modernwoodmen.org/wildaboutanimals/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=97153&utm_campaign=3099998

Can you guess our 2026 fraternal theme from these emojis? ✏️📒🏫
Stay tuned for more details and events coming soon!

*Total includes contributions from chapter and youth service club's Hometown Hero, Matching Fund, and service project events from Jan. 1, 2024 - Dec. 1, 2025.

Modern Woodmen’s Wild About Animals initiative celebrates the important role animals play in our lives and environment. Throughout the year, members will show some love to animals, and help humans in the process.

12/24/2025

Ready to take control of your finances in 2026? Here are four tips to get you started!

1. Live within your means. Create a spending plan.
2. Save then spend. Make saving automatic.
3. Start now. It’s always better than starting later.
4. Outpace inflation. The longer you live, the more you need to do so.

I can help! Schedule time to meet with me.

12/19/2025

As we gather with loved ones and reflect on what matters most, it's the perfect time to plan ahead.

Our Final Wishes Resources help members make thoughtful decisions about end-of-life planning – so your family can focus on celebrating life, not navigating uncertainty.

Ask me how to order yours.

Get your “house” in order and share your late-in-life/end-of-life wishes … or help a loved one with this important task. These guides help members plan, organize and start conversations.

12/17/2025

Retiring in 2026? Here are three year-end retirement planning tips to help you make the most of your finances before the calendar flips.

1. Maximize retirement contributions. Boost your 401(k), IRA and HSA savings before limits reset!
2. Delay Social Security (if you can). Waiting equals bigger monthly checks later.
3. Review and update your wills, trusts, powers of attorney and health-care directives.

Meet with me to discuss!

12/12/2025

Members, there's still time for you and your family and friends to join us on our West Coast cruise!

Cabins are almost full. Don't miss out on this exciting adventure in Cabo!

Embark on an epic West Coast cruise aboard Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas - departing from sunny Los Angeles and making a splash in stunning Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.

12/10/2025

Looking for a meaningful gift this holiday season?

Set your grandchildren up for lifelong security with life insurance designed just for them.
· Lock in low rates while they’re young.
· Protect their future insurability.
· Build cash value for college, a first car, or other milestones.

Let’s talk about how you can give peace of mind that lasts a lifetime.

12/05/2025

This holiday season, reimagine what giving back can look like. Here are a few ways to make heartfelt community gestures.
1. Partner with a local animal shelter to host a “pet pantry” of donated pet food, treats and toys.
2. Organize a holiday story hour at a local library or school and read seasonal books aloud.
3. Set up a tree at a local business where community members can hang donated hats, gloves and scarves for those in need.
4. Provide moments of joy on everyday routes by leaving holiday cards or small treats for postal workers or delivery drivers.

Modern Woodmen members, apply for a $200 Do-Good Grant®️ to try one of these ideas!

https://www.modernwoodmen.org/do-good-grant/