Volume 2 | Issue 13 A publication of the National Grange
July 11, 2025
Celebrate America’s 250th With a Taste of Grange Tradition by Amanda Brozana
National Grange Membership & Leadership Development Director
As the United States marks its 250th anniversary in 2026, the National Grange is proud to honor the nation’s heritage with a flavorful new feature: Timeless American Recipes. This recurring piece, debuting in the pages of Grange Today! and throughout our 250th Celebration efforts, highlights classic recipes that have stood the test of time — from century-old Grange cookbooks to beloved recipes passed through generations and enjoyed at potlucks nationwide. Collected by members of the National Grange’s America’s 250th Celebration Committee, each recipe offers more than just instructions — it serves up a story. Whether it’s a treasured dessert from a rural Pennsylvania Grange, a hearty casserole popular in the Pacific Northwest, or a simple
bread that generations of members have baked together, these dishes reflect the values of community, stewardship and tradition that define the Grange and America alike. We invite you to follow along and try your hand at these timeless flavors as we journey through the 250th year. Who knows — one of these recipes might just become a new favorite at your next Grange meeting or family dinner. Does your Grange have a cookbook — whether long outof-print or still available for sale? We’re compiling a comprehensive list of Grange cookbooks published over the years and want to spotlight those still in print in upcoming Grange publications. If you know of a Grange cookbook, please visit this link to submit information: https://grange.biz/ grangecookbook.
In This Issue Celebrate America’s 250th with a taste of Grange tradition . . . . . . 1 Opinion: Silence is Not Sustainable - The Grange’s Duty to Act . . . . . 2 Grange Heirloom for July . . . . . . . 2 National Grange president advocates for ‘stronger tomorrow’ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Grange quilts take flight . . . . . . . . . 4 Rural Life Initiative Grant applications due on July 31 . . . . 7 Grange Store: People, Pride and Progress . . . . 7 Last call to set sail for National Convention! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Be dressed in your best - Grange apparel sale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Grange Member Benefit: MemberDeals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
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