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.

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Modern Woodmen makes me proud again. Why? Because the 2026 Modern Woodmen scholarship applications are officially open, and plans are made to invest $500,000+ in our members’ futures. Over the past two years, Modern Woodmen has made bold strides to meet members wherever they are on their educational journey. • Competition for members 21 and up. Last year we launched a grant program for members who are well beyond high school graduation. This year, we’re expanding that initiative to 150 scholarships, each worth $1,000, and available to qualifying members age 21 and older. • Competition for high school seniors. Our flagship long-term scholarship continues, offering $450,000 in support to 198 high school seniors who plan to attend an accredited two- or four-year college, university, trade, vocational, or technical school. I’m truly proud of this commitment to helping members grow, thrive and succeed! How about you?

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.