The Royal Neighbor Magazine

Celebrating 130 Years: 1895-2025

For 130 years, Royal Neighbors of America® has stood as a bold force in life insurance—founded by women, led with strong values, and dedicated to uplifting communities.

News

Celebrating 130 Years: Our Members Make the Difference!

Moved by the extraordinary spirit and dedication of our nearly 300,000 members, CEO and President Zarifa Reynolds shares her reflections as we celebrate our 130th anniversary.

Recipes

Carrot Copper Pennies

Rediscover a retro favorite that’s as tasty today as it was in the ‘70s. Our Carrot Copper Pennies side dish is sure to add zest to your next family meal.

Philanthropy

Three Women, One Mission: How One Eighty is Rebuilding Lives in the Quad Cities

One Eighty has been awarded a 2025 Nation of Neighbors℠ empowerment award and a $10,000 grant to provide deeper levels of care and for women in recovery.

Philanthropy

Hope Has a Name, and it’s Faith Strong

Royal Neighbors of America® has honored Tamekia’s leadership and legacy with a Nation of Neighbors℠ award and $20,000 grant.

Philanthropy

Nourishing a Nation, One Lunch at a Time

Mara Fleishman is a 2025 Nation of Neighbors℠ recipient and awarded the Chef Ann Foundation a $20,000 grant to expand Healthy School Food Pathway in Colorado.

Philanthropy

How One Woman’s Vision is Bringing Hope to the Heart of Rock Island

Heart of Hope Ministries founder and president Lynda Sargent received a 2025 Nation of Neighbors℠ empowerment award and $20,000 grant to expand her “Food Plex” program.

Philanthropy

She Couldn’t Find a Future for Her Son—So She Built One

In recognition of Ann Wilkinson’s visionary leadership, she has been awarded a 2025 Nation of Neighbors℠ empowerment award and $20,000 grant.

Read more about Love Thy Neighbor: Joanne Braccio, founder of Love Thy Neighbor, receives 2025 Nation of Neighbors℠ award and $10,000 grant

Philanthropy

Love Thy Neighbor began as a donation drive in a local park, has grown into a vital community resource offering a food pantry, thrift store, free cleaning services, and everyday essentials to those in need.