Author: Carrie Mail

People often make jokes about fruitcake – there really are some bad ones out there – but there’s nothing funny about this member’s recipe!

All too familiar with issues that plague young girls, Crystal Chatman felt a calling to help. She founded Beautiful Spirited Women, an organization that mentors teenage girls and has made a positive impact on her community.

Many professional athletes and performers have added yoga to their training routines. Not only is this ancient discipline good for the body, but it gives the brain a boost as well.

There are several guideposts I have drawn upon throughout my career to keep me grounded, build relationships and become a leader others will follow. One of those guideposts is to make learning a lifelong pursuit. It is one of the most valued gifts I give myself every day.

Learning to make her Nana’s lemon cake taught Royal Neighbors member and sales agent Amy Davis a lot about patience.

Janita Pavelka has a way of reaching students who want to become successful entrepreneurs. Not only does she share tips from 20 years of experience, but she demonstrates the importance of giving back.

Thanks to seed money from the Difference Maker Fund, 12-year-old Graci Tubbs was able to start Operation: Military Matters, a nonprofit that sends care packages to military members overseas.

Royal Neighbors of America has adhered to its founding principles since 1895. Faith, Unselfishness, Courage, Endurance and Modesty, or the five Graces as they are historically known, have played an integral role in our history.

Member Kathy Scheving clearly remembers her mother baking batch after batch of rich, chocolatey brownies—and being first in line among her siblings to help make the frosting.