Financial Strength Protecting the funds Modern Woodmen members place with us is not only our promise, but our obligation – one we’ve met since 1883. Together, we maintain Modern Woodmen’s financial stability. Learn More Talk to your financial representative. Contact us What We Are Who We Are Community Impact Financial Strength News & Media Careers Protecting members’ funds Modern Woodmen makes financial decisions in the best interest of our members, and they can be confident in our ability to meet short- and long-term obligations – no matter what’s going on in the world. We’ve weathered world wars, disease outbreaks, depressions and recessions. Read stories of strength from our 138-year history. Financial strength: 5 facts to know 1. Modern Woodmen’s asset base is a strength In 2020, assets increased by 4%, to reach nearly $18.18 billion. All of the funds members place with Modern Woodmen are backed by these assets. 2. Our investment philosophy safeguards members’ principal Modern Woodmen manages its assets so that changes in the financial markets – recessions, depressions or periods of inflation – have minimal effect. Modern Woodmen is also careful not to follow investment fads. To build our investment portfolio, our financial management team follows these principles: High-quality investments. Diversified investments. Competitive rates of return. Assets are invested primarily in high-quality, low-risk investments. As of Dec. 31, 2020, approximately 99.3 percent of bonds were of high or medium quality. 3. Our industry ratings are high Modern Woodmen has an A (Excellent) rating from A.M. Best. “A” ranks third highest of 15 ratings. Additionally, KBRA has assigned Modern Woodmen an insurance financial strength rating of AA-, the fourth highest of its 22 rating categories. 4. Surplus and reserves provide additional protection to members Modern Woodmen’s total surplus was $2.25 billion at the end of 2020. Surplus provides additional safety for members and ensures Modern Woodmen’s ability to meet unforeseen contingencies and provide funds for future growth. Total life insurance, annuity and other certificate reserves reached $13.1 billion. These reserves are funds held to guarantee future benefits to members. Modern Woodmen’s solvency ratio reached 114.11%. This means that for every $100 of liabilities – promises made to members – Modern Woodmen has more than $114 of assets to back up those promises. 5. Modern Woodmen adheres to state insurance department regulations to protect consumers Modern Woodmen and other life insurance and annuity providers are highly regulated by state insurance departments. Regulations, such as the amount of reserves to set aside and the risk level of investments, provide additional protection to members. Annual report View Modern Woodmen’s full 2020 annual report. Let's plan together for ... Life's moments Protection Savings Retirement planning Retirement distribution Estate planning Business planning Employee benefits Life's moments Select a financial goal from the drop-down menu to find helpful tips and articles. Your financial representative Meet a Modern Woodmen representative in your community and begin to explore how shared values can work for you. Find a rep near you Connect with us Need help? Contact us Phone: 309-558-3077 or 800-447-9811 Member login How we use your information Notice of collection for California residents Looking for a meaningful career? Grow with Modern Woodmen! As a financial representative, you can make a positive impact for your family and your community. Learn more © 2021 Modern Woodmen of America. All Rights Reserved. Terms of Use | Your Privacy | ONLINE PRIVACY POLICY How We Use Your Information Notice of Collection for California Residents MWA Financial Services Inc. Securities offered through MWA Financial Services Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Modern Woodmen of America, 1701 1st Avenue, Rock Island, IL 61201, 309-558-3100. Member: FINRA (opens in new tab), SIPC (opens in new tab). Check the background on either the firm or the representative on FINRA's BrokerCheck (opens in new tab). For more information, see the MWAFS Best Interest page. Products are available in most states. Individual representatives may not be licensed to sell all products.