About Us

Since 1883, Modern Woodmen of America has brought people together, supported families and strengthened communities.

About Us
Member stories

Hear from Modern Woodmen members

From financial planning to member programs to community involvement, we help members and their families through life.

Financial Planning

We can help you meet your current needs, achieve your future dreams and plan for all stages of life.

Planning for Life
Stories of strength from our history
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Persevering Through Uncertain Times

Our Products

Modern Woodmen maintains a portfolio of high-quality financial products that can help you meet a wide range of life needs.

Our Products
Don't know where to start?

Try our life insurance calculator

Each family is unique, with different needs and goals for the future. Taking a few minutes to answer some quick questions will give you an estimate of how much insurance is right for you.

Resource Hub

Visit our Resource Hub to learn more about life insurance and potential solutions to protect you and your loved ones. It’s a great place to find the answers to your questions and some hints from professionals.

Visit Resource Hub
Our guide to applying for life insurance

What to expect from the life insurance application process

From commonly used terms to hints for the medical exam and more, our handy guide helps you understand the application process.

My Membership

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.

My Membership
Member Website
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Member Website Overview

Make a payment, update your address, and access account information, online forms and fraternal programs from the member website.

Make a Payment

Make a Payment

Need to make a quick payment on a certificate?

If you've created an online member account, you can log in to make a payment. If you don't have an account or aren’t the owner of the life insurance or annuity certificate (policy), click the button below to launch our automated payment system.

To make a payment, you'll need:

  • Your first and last name.
  • Phone number.
  • Email address.
  • Certificate number(s).
  • Insured or annuitant's date of birth.
  • Bank routing and account number.
  • Payment amount.

Need help making a payment? You can contact our Service Center for help at 309-558-3077 or 800-447-9811, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Central). Visit this page for more payment options.

Payments made today will be deducted from your bank account in the next three days. A confirmation email will be sent to the address you provided. 

Want to keep track of past payments?

If you own your certificate, you can create an online member account. It's the best way to access Modern Woodmen on the go, 24/7. On our member website you can:

  • View your life insurance and/or annuity account values.
  • View payment amounts and track past payments.
  • Access and/or change your beneficiary information.

You can also check out member programs, like the Do-Good Grant® and our college scholarship program, and find information about member chapter activities in your area.

Visit member.modernwoodmen.org to get started.

Learn more about the registration process.