You can make a difference in your local community by nominating an individual who is making a difference in the lives of women and/or girls for this empowerment grant. See qualifying details below.
About the Program
Our signature women’s empowerment program, Nation of Neighbors℠, is an award and empowerment grant that annually recognizes individuals who are improving the lives of women and/or girls in their community with a new or expanded business, organization, program, or non-profit.
Nominated by Beneficial Members, agents, and Chapter Leaders, the recipients are leaders in their community and live the mission of Royal Neighbors.
Past recipients include:
In 2021, $100,000 in grant money will be distributed through the Nation of Neighbors Program. More than $2 million has been awarded to grant recipients since the program began in 2007.
Nominations are accepted from one or more of the following qualifying members:
Program Guidelines
2020 Nation of Neighbors℠ Recipients
Judging Process
Nominations will be reviewed by a panel of judges that may include members and non-members of Royal Neighbors. If one of the finalists, nominees may be asked to interview with the judges or program managers. Royal Neighbors reserves the right to make final decisions or resolve any tie-breakers.