Common Chapter QuestionsWe have compiled the most frequently asked common chapter questions. If you do not find the answer to your question here, please Contact Us by mail, phone, or e-mail.
What is a Fraternal Benefit Society?
What does membership in Royal Neighbors mean?
What is general membership?
What is a chapter?
What is my chapter number and location?
What is the Fraternal Aid benefit?
Who qualifies for scholarships?
When is the deadline for scholarship applications?
How much does Royal Neighbors match under the Matching Funds Program?
What types of recipients can be considered for Matching Funds projects?
What kinds of projects are eligible for Matching Funds?
What is a Fraternal Benefit Society?
Fraternal benefit societies like Royal Neighbors of America are centered on three great traditions:
Individuals voluntarily join together based upon a common interest.
They govern themselves for the benefit of their fellow members through a network of local organizations called chapters.
There is a strong commitment to mutual support of the members and service to community.
For more information, visit the What is a Fraternal Benefit Society? page.
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What does membership in Royal Neighbors mean?
As a member of Royal Neighbors, you can apply for insurance and you become eligible for our member benefits and discount programs at no additional cost. To learn more about Royal Neighbors of America membership, visit the Member Benefits page in the About Us section.
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What is general membership?
General membership provides members who do not purchase our insurance products access to all our member benefits (excluding scholarships) for an annual fee of $14.95. To learn more about Royal Neighbors of America membership, visit the Member Benefits page.
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What is a chapter?
Chapters serve as a forum for bringing together women from all backgrounds and interests to celebrate women's diversity and foster their strengths through relevant programs, networking, guest speakers, and community volunteer outreach programs. As a member of a chapter, you are part of a fellowship, a group of people who come together to further Royal Neighbors’ mission of community support through volunteer fund-raising. Service opportunities, family activities, and social gatherings are available through your membership. Members select their own local leadership. Chapter leadership is selected annually at the local level. A calendar of events is planned based on the input received from the members. Events are fun, rewarding, and make a difference in communities everywhere.
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What is my chapter number and location?
If you are not sure of the number and location of the chapter in which you hold membership, you may use the Chapter Locator tool, Contact Us via e-mail, or call us toll-free at (800) 627-4762.
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What is the Fraternal Aid benefit?
The Fraternal Aid Program offers direct financial assistance to members who have suffered loss due to illness, accident, or natural disaster. For more information or to download an application, see the Fraternal Aid page.
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Who qualifies for scholarships?
The person applying for any scholarship must be a beneficial member of Royal Neighbors (which means she/he must be insured by Royal Neighbors).
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When is the deadline for scholarship applications?
The application request deadline is January 31 of the year the scholarship is awarded. If you qualify, you will receive an application package and a brochure outlining all rules and regulations. If you do not qualify for the scholarship for which you applied, you will receive notification. You can request an application online or download a scholarship request form in PDF format.*
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How much does Royal Neighbors match under the Matching Funds Program?
Royal Neighbors matches up to $1,000 per year, and chapters may hold more than one event to achieve the maximum match level. For more information, see the Matching Funds Program description on the Chapter Programs page.
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What types of recipients can be considered for Matching Funds projects?
The program is intended to benefit individuals, families, not-for-profit or service agencies and institutions, or the community at large. For more information, see the Matching Funds Program description on the Chapter Programs page.
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What kinds of projects are eligible for Matching Funds?
Examples of projects that chapters have organized to earn Royal Neighbors Matching Funds include raffles, silent auctions, bake sales, luncheons/dinners, and carnivals.
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