Derek Dalton, Modern Woodmen of America

05/29/2026

Congratulations to the winners of our scholarship competition!

Between the competition for high school seniors and the competition for members 21 and up, we gave away $622,000 to 370 member students.

See the full list of winners here:

05/28/2026

Ever wonder what our logo really means?

The shield represents the protection we provide our members. Look closer and you’ll see the clouds form an eagle’s head watching over the communities we serve.

05/27/2026

Graduating college this month? Here are four money tips to keep in mind before starting your first full-time job.

Psst ... don't stress. I'm here to help with any questions!

05/25/2026

05/22/2026

With summer break on the horizon, it's the perfect time to plan ahead for your summer activities. And a great way to help you save on them – PerkSpot!

As a Modern Woodmen member, you have access to this special discount hub to help you save on a variety of products, services and experiences – like electronics, food, travel and more!

Log in to your online member account to learn how to access these savings!

https://www.modernwoodmen.org/my-membership/member-benefits/discount-programs/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=1293117&utm_campaign=3217483

05/21/2026

Did you know Modern Woodmen members had their own version of Memorial Day?

In the late 1800s, Modern Woodmen camps (now chapters) set aside a special day – typically the first Sunday in June – to honor members who had passed away. This tradition is believed to have begun in 1890 in Dubuque, Iowa, before spreading to camps across the country. Many chapters continue this tradition today.

These remembrance days were intentionally held on a different date so members could also fully observe the national Memorial Day – a time dedicated to honoring and remembering the servicemen and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

05/20/2026

Trees are a lot like retirement accounts. After the initial planting, they need love and attention.

After planting a seed for retirement, it's vital to keep watering it. Let's meet to see if your retirement is growing as expected.

05/14/2026

Hey, members! Take a minute to log in to your online member account! It’s an easy way to view account details, explore member programs, review beneficiary details, and more!

For a limited time, you can also request a free tree from the Arbor Day Foundation when you visit.

Don’t miss out – register today at member.modernwoodmen.org

Trees are only available while supplies last. Limit one tree per member household.

05/13/2026

New adult money tip: Lifestyle creep is real.

As your income goes up, it’s easy for spending to rise with it – often without noticing. You can help combat it by keeping a baseline budget and saving part of every raise to keep your money working for you.

Let's meet to discuss how I can help you reach your goals.