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Raising a Family
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Raising a Family
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Between precious moments (like little league and school plays) and pressing responsibilities (like grocery shopping and bill paying), many parents have such a full schedule they forget to plan for the future. Financial planning can help you enjoy today and provide for a fulfilling tomorrow.

A secure beginning
Talk with a Modern Woodmen representative. All families need to have a plan.

Protect your family with insurance. As your family grows, so does your need for protection.

Getting started
Getting started
Define your financial goals as a family, so you can create a plan to reach them.
Financial tools and topics
Financial topics and tools
Learn about college planning, wills, estate planning and other topics your family should consider.


Fraternal offerings
Modern Woodmen members can order a free Child ID Kit for their children. More>>>

If your child is a Modern Woodmen member, encourage him or her to apply for a Modern Woodmen College Scholarship. More>>>

Involve your children in your local community through a Modern Woodmen Youth Service Club. More>>>




Modern Woodmen fraternal benefits are not part of the life insurance or annuity contract and may have specific eligibility requirements.



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It's A Fact

Depending on your income, the cost of raising a child can range between $205,000 and $476,000, and that doesn’t include college or their wedding.

Source: Expenditures on Children by Families, US Department of Agriculture, 2009.


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