ABOUT US
The Grange is a family, community organization with its roots in agriculture. Founded in 1867, the Grange was formed as a national organization with a local focus. Our members are given the opportunity to learn and grow to their full potential as citizens and leaders.
The family is the base of the organization with full membership beginning at age 14. Women have been equal members since the inception of the Grange. We have a Junior Grange program for children age 5 to 14, that has helped the youngest members of the family learn about community values and citizenship for more than 100 years. Our Grange Youth program develops the leadership skills of our young adults and young married couples.
The foundation of the organization is the Community Grange, which can be found in rural, suburban and urban communities. Faith, hope, charity, and fidelity are the basic lessons of the Community Grange. To learn more, see the Declaration of Purposes.
The Grange has four levels, Community, County or District, State, and National to ensure that the membership’s voice is heard at the appropriate place. Our membership sets the direction and activities for their Community Grange in true grassroots fashion, and those decisions seep up to the national level. Nonpartisan legislative advocacy, educational programs, service projects, and social interaction and networking are just a few of the ways local Granges serve their communities and members.
“In essentials, unity; in non-essentials, liberty; in all things, charity.”
Grange motto
10 Core Values of the National Grange
Empowerment 2. Family &
Tradition 3. Inclusive
Advocacy 4. Civic
Engagement 5. Stewardship of
Agriculture
Empowerment
We believe strong communities are the foundation of a healthy society. We work together to support local economies, connect neighbors, and create opportunities for everyone.
Tradition
Advocacy
Engagement
Agriculture
Learning 7. Charity &
Compassion 8. Faith &
Integrity 9. Respect &
Equality 10. Unity &
Progress
Learning
We foster curiosity and critical thinking through education, mentorship, and skill-building, empowering individuals to grow personally and professionally. We believe in giving children and youth leadership opportunities and fostering their growth and natural curiosity.
Compassion
Integrity
Equality
Progress
History of the Grange
1867
The National Grange becomes the first nationwide farm organization and is the first national organization to give full voice and vote to women, 60 years before the adoption of Universal Suffrage in the United States.
