National Grange
The National Grange was founded in 1867 to help farming men and women improve their lives through education, socializing, non-partisan political activity, and cooperative buying power. See this great one-page overview of Grange history!
National Grange members also receive discounts and benefits, such as:
- 20% discounts at Wyndham and Choice group hotels (including Comfort, Quality, and Clarion Inns)
- Discounts and bonuses on car rentals at Budget, Avis, and Hertz
- Prescription discount cards
- See the full list!
The Grange welcomes people of any age, race, ethnic origin, religion, and political viewpoint.
Michigan State Grange
The Michigan State Grange, founded in 1873, includes 47 Community Granges. The State Grange considers legislation that involves rural issues; it invites input from local groups and lobbies for rural interests on the state level and recommends legislation to the National Grange. The Grange does not support specific candidates or political parties.
Pittsfield Grange
The Pittsfield Grange, formed in 1901, is now made up of people from many walks of life — farmers, teachers, artisans, scientists, to name a few. We enjoy fellowship, the opportunity to learn informally from each other, and serving the wider community.
The Grange Hall is used by a variety of community groups, including a fencing club and several traditional dance groups. Members of these groups join Grange members for semi-annual “work days” to maintain the hall.
Facebook Group
Join the Pittsfield Union Grange group on Facebook where you can get updates on future meetings.
PUG Newsletter
Click here for the current issues of the Pittsfield Union Grange Newsletter.
Archived PUG Newletters:
- July 2014
- November 2013
- January 2013
- October 2012
- July 2012
- April 2012
- January 2012
- October 2011
- July 2011
- April 2011
- January 2011
- October 2010
- April 2010
- January 2010
- October 2009
- July 2009
- April 2009
Current Officers
President:
Ruth Scodel | 734.761-6172
Vice President:
Robin Warner | 734.426.0241
Secretary:
Richard Raymond | 734.662.9290
Treasurer:
Richard Raymond | 734.662.9290
Hall Manager:
Joan Hellmann| 734.769.1052
Steward:
Peter Baker
Membership Chair:
Richard Raymond | 734.662.9290
Program Chair:
Joan Hellmann | 734.769.1052
Becoming a Member
As a member of the Grange you will receive the National Grange benefits, participate in local community service projects, and enjoy the fellowship of fun people in your area.
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