From the National Grange....

Mission The Grange strengthens individuals, families and communities through grassroots action, service, education, advocacy and agriculture awareness. 

Vision The Grange in the 21st Century will be a preeminent organization. It will commit to the development of the potential in families, youth and adults of all ages through dynamic programs and experiences that educate, engage and enrich lives.  The Grange will be noted for its commitment to the membership through its enabled leadership, its financial and organizational strength, and its ability to make a difference in the lives of children, youth, families and individuals.  The Grange will be a relevant, caring and involved part of the community in which its members are located. It will be well known and understood and considered a viable, involved and distinctive organization.  A person who becomes a member can expect to find in the organization a clear and impressive pathway to membership, outstanding fellowship with leaders and respected citizens of the community, the encouragement to meet and make new friends and the opportunity to lead and be well led.

The Maine State Grange and its subordinate Granges are registered as 501(c)(8) tax exempt entities, as fraternal benefit societies.