Site Index
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Activity ideas: View this pdf to get ideas for your chapter.
Activity flyer: Download this flyer to promote your next chapter activity.
Annual acknowledgment forms: You'll need to acknowledge the Code of Conduct, Equipment and Asset form and the Handbook each year.
Alcohol consumption policy: Explains when alcohol consumption is allowed at chapter events and the importance of not using chapter or Fraternal funds to pay for alcohol.
AI governance and usage policy: Policy for the governance and usage of artificial intelligence (AI) for business purposes.
Attendance sheet: Track attendance of members and their invited guests at activities.
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Banking information: Find resources to learn about your chapter account through Vibrant Credit Union.
Branding guidelines: Use these resources and guidelines to help design T-shirts, invites and much more.
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Chapter quick start guide: New leaders can get started by viewing this road map.
Contact information: You can Contact the Fraternal Department at fraternal@modern-woodmen.org or 800-322-9805 Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Central).
Code of conduct: This Code of Conduct outlines the ethical and legal standards under which Modern Woodmen operates.
Compensation form training: Training presentation on how to complete the compensation form found in the navigation area to the left of the chapter dashboard.
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Digital media policy: Explains which social media can be used to share information about chapter and youth club activities and acceptable usage of each tool.
Declaration of funds form: Form for documenting the funds raised for a Matching Fund project.
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Educational event ideas: Educational presentation options designed by the Fraternal Department and approved for chapter use.
Equipment and asset policy: Form that must be completed each year whether or not your chapter owns equipment.
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Facebook groups: You can request a closed Facebook group for your chapter or youth service club to keep your members engaged and informed.
Fraternal connect: Fraternal Connect can be accessed via browser on imakeanimpact.org or as mobile app for Apple and Android.
Forms and policies: Documents and forms regarding our policies for leading a chapter.
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Gift cards: View our policy on situations in which purchasing gift cards is allowed, and the amount of funds that may be spent on gift cards.
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Handbook: View the Fraternal Leader Handbook for updated guidelines and best practices.
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Joint activities guide: Describes a joint activity and how frequently they can be held. Generally, a majority of chapter or youth club activities should be held independently of other chapters/youth clubs.
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Liability coverage: Policy with information on Modern Woodmen's corporate liability and property damage insurance.
Local officals: Discover effective strategies to engage with legislators and communicate the significant impact Modern Woodmen has, ensuring the preservation of out tax-exempt status.
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Manager acknowledgment form: Form to be completed by the manager on duty at the location of the chapter activity if a receipt for food or admissions costs is not available.
Member interest survey: Give your members a survey to gather ideas for future activities.
Make an impact site: View the main makeanimpact.org website.
Media response policy: Information about the use of Modern Woodmen’s name, logo and endorsements. It also includes Modern Wooden’s media contacts.
Member involvement: The funds provided to chapters and youth clubs are intended to support activities that bring members together for a shared purpose. This policy defines member involvement, which is one of the main guidelines for hosting activities.
Money management policy: Learn which electronic banking and money management tools can be used to manage chapter funds.
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National theme: The 2026 national fraternal theme is dedicated to uplifting schools, educators and students in communities nationwide. Members, chapters and regions will make a meaningful impact through hands-on service, donations and recognition of school staff.
National convention: In accordance with its bylaws, Modern Woodmen holds a National Convention every four years. Delegate elections start the February before the convention at chapter meetings. Elections continue through county/district conventions and conclude with state elections in May. Delegates elected at state elections serve at the National Convention.
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Premier planning: Use this document to help your chapter reach premier status.
Photo release form: Form to be completed by anyone who is in a photo you want to share publicly.
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Recipient eligibility policy: The recipient eligibility policy applies to both service and Matching Fund project recipients. It describes both eligible and ineligible recipient categories.
Ritual: We encourage chapters and youth clubs to use this ritual during fraternal activities.
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Training modules: Find a training path for chapters, summit chapters or youth clubs.
Travel expenses reimbursement: Policy for fraternal leaders on travel reimbursements for events hosted by district and regional offices.
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Vibrant: Modern Woodmen's banking partner for chapters.
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Wreaths Across America: A special initiative in December that offers meaningful opportunities for members to get involved locally and nationally.
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Zoom account request: Use this form to request a Zoom account for your chapter or youth service club.
