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    You may think that if you’re single, you don’t need life insurance. But do you have aging parents who may need to rely on you someday for financial support? How about major co-signed debt? Have you thought about setting something aside for your own future?

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    Married life brings with it a world of joy. It also brings a world of challenges and responsibilities. Whether you're just starting out or you're approaching a major milestone in your marriage, chances are, you have something worth protecting.

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    Your family relies on all of your contributions, whether financial or emotional. You may be a breadwinner, but bread isn't the only thing you bring to the table. If the worst should happen, life insurance can help you protect your family even after you're gone.

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    You've spent a lifetime building your family alongside your dreams. Now, let us help you embark on another set of dreams. In addition to protecting your loved ones now, life insurance and fixed annuities can also guarantee an estate for your heirs.

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    Your business is your legacy. You've built it, nurtured it and poured your life into it. Life insurance can help keep your business going if you're gone, providing coverage for buy-sell agreements and in some cases build a cash value that you can borrow against if things get tough.

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    Gleaner Life Insurance Society provides both financial security and volunteer opportunities to members. Our competitive life insurance and annuity products help members to safeguard their dreams now and in the future.

    Much of what makes Gleaner what it is today was set in motion more than 128 years ago when Grant Slocum, a farmer's son, had a vision for a fraternal society that would protect farmers and their families.

    In addition to life insurance and annuity products, Gleaner members and their families enjoy a variety of member benefits, including shopping discounts, scholarship opportunities and family-friendly events.

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Our History

Over 128 years of stability and sharing

Much of what makes Gleaner what it is today was set in motion more than 128 years ago when Grant Slocum, a farmer's son, had a vision for a fraternal society that would protect farmers and their families. On October 12, 1894, he founded Gleaner Life Insurance Society. Gleaner’s membership has expanded since then to include people from all walks of life, but our principles and goals remain the same: to help our members and their communities live better.

Our Name

Grant Slocum was inspired by the biblical story of Ruth the Gleaner and her words to her mother-in-law Naomi: “Entreat me not to leave thee or return from following after thee, for whither thou goest I will go, and where thou lodgest I will lodge; thy people shall be my people, and thy God my God.” This sentiment reflected Grant's passion for the farmers and their families. He believed that they had strength in numbers and could take care of each other by banding together.

Our Principles

Grant chose prudens futuri as the Gleaner motto, a Latin phrase meaning “thoughtful for the future.” As principles for the new society, he chose benevolence, protection and fraternity. Gleaners would be brought together to help others while protecting their families in every life event.

Our Growth

Throughout the 20th century, Gleaner expanded its reach to 19 different states, establishing arbors in five. As the Society grew, our Michigan-based headquarters moved from Caro to Detroit, then to Birmingham before settling in Adrian. Wherever Gleaner members are located, the values of community service and financial stability are sure to be found.

Our Strengths

Throughout the years, Gleaner has continued to grow and add more products and services for its members. On the financial side, assets total over $1.3 billion dollars, ensuring that our certificates are a secure and sound foundation for any financial plan. Year after year, we continue to be rated one of the top fraternal benefit societies in the country.

On the community engagement side, Gleaner also claims many successes. The Samaritan program was introduced to Gleaner arbors in 1995. Designed to recognize arbors for the benevolent acts and hours of service they perform, Gleaner provides funds that arbors donate to their communities based on the number of charitable activities completed. Learn more about arbors.

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