Obligation of the State Grange Lecturer Department is to serve in a crucial role that may be considered one of the most rewarding and challenging departments within the fraternal organization. It takes on the responsibility of offering the opportunity to influence the future of the Grange through educational programs, projects, activities, and material to foster a supportive, entertaining, and engaging environment for both members and non-members in all Granges across the state bringing increased awareness of Grange.

The emblem of the Lecturer in the Grange is a scroll, denoting an obligation to be a liaison between Subordinate and Pomona Granges in Washington State and in the National Grange, as an educator of all its members. Encompassing getting to know members, what they like, how they’d be willing to participate, and educating them on the different aspects of Grange. Encouraging Granges and Grange Lecturers statewide in developing relevant projects and programs to benefit their Granges and local communities.

The Lecturer’s department is always looking for interesting and timely topics to present for discussion. Never forgetting to encourage all members to engage, develop their hidden talents to elevate their personal growth, and become active participants in the Grange by providing opportunities for Grange members and non-members to showcase their talents and skills within their local communities as well as at the State Grange Convention.

Newly elected Lecturer, Claudine Mincks, and her team, are embracing the challenge interweaving existing programs, projects, and contests with new ideas and suggestions voiced by members at large statewide. Be prepared to review the 2026 WSG Program Handbook when it arrives which will clearly outline the changes.

Lecturer will be traveling to reach all Subordinate Granges and their members through their Pomona Granges in groupings around the state to educate and elevate all members interested with workshops on, What is Grange, So I’m an Officer Now, and Why Different Members Talents are Important. Watch for the dates, times, and locations, these workshops will be offered closest to you. Claudine is excited and honored to serve members of the WSG by visiting them on a personal level.

State Lecturer and Program Director
Claudine Mincks, Centerville #81
509-250-0670
claudinemincks@gmail.com