Volume 2 | Issue 22
December 12, 2025
A publication of the National Grange
A Year of Momentum: The National Grange’s 2025 Year-in-Review by Christine Hamp
National Grange President
As 2025 draws to a close, I am proud to reflect on a year defined not by caution or maintenance, but by momentum – real, measurable, forward-moving momentum that has strengthened our Order and elevated the voices of rural America. Across the country, in our halls, our communities, and on the national stage, the National Grange has shown what is possible when we lead with purpose, unity, and heart. This has been a year of expansion, visibility, and impact – and every success belongs to the members, leaders, and partners who believe in the mission of this great organization.
Advocating for a Strong Rural America
The National Grange continued to expand its trusted national voice in rural health and rural policy. Our 2025 Rural Health Report (nationalgrange. org/rural-health-report) elevated urgent issues – maternal health deserts, gaps in mental health access, hospital closures, inequitable provider reimbursement – and strengthened our advocacy for vital programs like 340B, continued on page 3
In This Issue A Year of Momentum: The National Grange’s 2025 Year-in-Review . . . . . 1 “What does the Grange mean to you?” ............................1 Rural Life Initiative: A Year of Impact ............................2 Save the Date: Strategies to Strengthen Our Communities webinar series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Support the Grange Foundation through the Common Routes Challenge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Grange Heirloom for December . . . . 5 Hamp Watch: Catching up with the National Grange President . . . . . . . 6 Recipes from the Heartland . . . . . . . . 8 Watch Out for Fraud While Holiday Shopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Member Benefit: Choice Hotels . . . . 10 Grange Store: #GrangeStrong Socks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
“What does the Grange mean to you?” As the National Grange continues to shape the organization we are today—and the one we aspire to be tomorrow—we want to hear directly from our members across the country. Whether you joined last week or have been part of our community for generations, your voice matters. We invite you to answer one simple but meaningful question: “What does the Grange mean to you?”
Please visit our VideoAsk link to share your perspective — ideally through a quick video recorded on your phone. The form includes just two brief questions, and each response should be 60 seconds or less. Share your insight and help guide the future of our organization by visiting https://grange.biz/videoask. Your story helps shape our story. All responses must be received by December 31. 1