On July 4, 2025, central Texas suffered devastating flooding along the Guadalupe River. It resulted in more than 130 deaths and dozens of homes and buildings destroyed. One of the greatest tragedies was at Camp Mystic, a...
The need for volunteers after a natural disaster is immediate. Homes are damaged, lives are disrupted, and communities are upended. WoodmenLife is committed to helping people through life’s toughest moments. Now, that commitment is growing stronger through...
When Community Outreach Advisor Vanessa Dean first heard of the devastation caused by flooding across central Texas over the Fourth of July weekend, she was ready to take action. And so was WoodmenLife. Hitting the Ground Running Since early...
At WoodmenLife, we know the most important part of a plan is the purpose behind it. Our purpose is to be here when we’re needed most. It’s to help protect the financial futures of our members1...
Life can throw some curveballs — something Mandi Miller of Waco, TX, knows all too well. The WoodmenLife member has seen firsthand how having the right support can make all the difference. About three years ago, Miller...
In September, Hurricanes Helene and Milton left a trail of destruction across the southeastern United States. Among the hardest hit areas were in Florida and North Carolina. Big Help from a Small Group After the hurricanes, WoodmenLife Chapter...
Family time for Iesha Kelley looks like that of many mothers across America. “We’re always at a game,” said the 33-year-old WoodmenLife member1 from Mayfield, KY. Her 12-year-old son plays football and basketball and is the apple of...
In April, a string of devastating tornadoes tore through Nebraska, Iowa and other Great Plains states. The storms resulted in the loss of lives and the destruction of homes. Repairs and rebuilding will likely take years. WoodmenLife...
The Maui wildfires recovery effort faces a long road. The 2023 fires were the deadliest natural disaster in Hawaii history, killing more than 100 people and burning more than 17,000 acres. They displaced thousands — many...