Author: Marie Young

During her forty plus years with Royal Neighbors, Member Engagement Specialist Darcy Smith has consistently proven herself helpful, committed, organized and reliable.

Enjoy the changing seasons with these recipes using a fall favorite: apples. Hand-pick fresh apples from your local orchard and make one of these delicious seasonal recipes to share with your family, friends, and neighbors!

Rita Toalson’s perspective on how Royal Neighbors has changed over the years is close-up and personal. She compares the successful evolution of the organization to that of the magazine to which she dedicated so much time through the years.

As your life changes, your insurance needs change as well. It’s a good idea to revisit your coverage on occasion to ensure you have enough. Learn about some life events that may trigger a need for increased coverage.

If you feel like you can’t dig your way out from under your debt, you’re not alone. There are trillions of dollars in mortgage, student, and credit card debt in the US, so many others know how you feel.

No matter your goal, creating positive change in your life—big or small—isn’t easy. But there are actions you can take and exercises you can practice that can help give you the strength to persevere through a challenge.

Since its inception in 1961, the Royal Neighbors Scholarship Program has awarded more than $5 million to its members to assist with the costs of continuing education.

Are you in need of a new dish to bring to your next family gathering or neighborhood cookout? We have just the recipe! Try this Blueberry Raspberry Salad from our 1978 “Sugar ‘n’ Spice and Everything Nice” cookbook.

Nation of Neighbors^SM grant winner Regina Haddock, Executive Director of Dress for Success Quad Cities, reminisces about her journey from founding a local affiliate to successfully serving over 1,800 women in her community – and the partner who was by her side through it all.