Joining the National Grange connects you to America’s oldest agricultural and fraternal organization. While it was originally founded in 1867 to help farmers specifically, today anyone age 14 or older can join to make a difference in their rural hometown.
Grassroots Community Impact
- Local Service: Members organize community service initiatives, neighborhood cleanups, and local food drives.
- True Grassroots Democracy: Every member gets a vote. Policies and initiatives are voted on at the local level and passed up to state and national platforms.
- Historic Advocacy: The Grange is a strictly non-partisan organization that lobbies for legislation protecting consumers, transportation infrastructure, and rural communities.
Skill Development & Traditions
- Leadership Training: You can hold local office, run community forums, and build communication skills.
- Agricultural Awareness: The Grange actively champions agricultural sustainability, natural resource stewardship, and community gardens.
- Traditional Arts: Many local chapters offer educational workshops on homesteading, baking, canning, quilting, and crafts.
Family & Fellowship
- Generational Bonding: It is a progressive family fraternity where newborns to great-grandparents can serve and attend meetings together.
- American Values: The Grange has historically championed equal voting and leadership rights for women since its founding, and centers its meetings on civil discussion.
- Junior & Youth Groups: Dedicated programs exist for children ages 5–14 (Junior Grange) and young adults up to age 30.
Financial & Travel Perks
- Discounts: Members gain access to local and national discounts.
- Travel: Discounts on hotel accommodations, car rentals, theme parks, and cruises.
- Health: Savings on prescription drug coverage and health services.