DAR FACTS
The Daughters of the American Revolution is a non-profit, non-political volunteer women's service organization dedicated to promoting patriotism, preserving American history and securing America's future through better education.
Founded: October 11, 1890; incorporated 1896 1896 by an Act of Congress
Mission: To promote historic preservation, education and patriotism
Motto: God, Home & Country
Membership: 177,049, January 1, 2014; more than 920,000 women have joined the DAR since it was founded
Continental Congress: The DAR annual national meeting is named after the original Continental Congress that governed the American colonies. DAR Continental Congress attracts approximately 5,000 members to Washington, D.C. each summer.
Eligibility for Membership: Any woman 18 years or older, regardless of race, religion, or ethnic background, who can prove lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution is eligible.
Ways to learn more about DAR Membership: Visit the DAR Web Site (www.dar.org) to read about steps to membership. Talk to local DAR chapter members.
HISTORIC PRESERVATION
American Heritage: Promotes preservation of historic sites and American cultural traditions.
Genealogical Records: Volumes of unpublished source records have been copied and bound for the DAR Library.
Lineage Research: Those knowledgeable in genealogy assist prospective members and hold workshops.
Seimes Technology Center: Repository for DAR applications and supplements, Federal Census records and state, county, church, and cemetery records.
EDUCATION
American History: Sponsors American History Essay contests for students in grades 5 to 8.
American Indians: DAR has assisted American Indians with financial and scholarship aid since 1936. Over $75,000 is contributed yearly.
Children of the American Revolution: Founded in 1895 by DAR, this committee provides training in patriotism and leadership to today's youth.
DAR Good Citizens: Promotes dependability, service, leadership and patriotism among high school seniors with national and state awards.
DAR Scholarships: For NSDAR American History, Political Science, History Government, Historic Preservation, Economics, Music, Nursing Medical and Occupational Therapy scholarships available annually.
DAR School: Support given to Kate Duncan Smith DAR School, AL; Tamassee DAR School, SC; Berry College, GA; Crossnore School, NC; Hillside School, MA; Hindman Settlement School, KY.
Junior American Citizens: Citizenship training program for boys and girls, kindergarten through high school with JAC Clubs in parochial, private or public schools, community centers, etc.
Literacy Challenge: Promotes adult literacy and involvement in literacy programs.
PATRIOTISM
Community Service Awards: Medals given to recognize local citizens for outstanding achievements in cultural, educational, humanitarian, patriotic and citizenship work in their communities.
Constitution Week: DAR sponsors special programs during the week of September 17-23 to inform and educate the public about the United States Constitution. This official celebration of the Constitution was initiated by the DAR in 1955 and adopted by the U.S. Congress in 1956.
DAR Service for Veterans: As a member of the National Veterans Administration Voluntary Service Advisory Committee, DAR has representatives in Veterans Administration (VA) Medical Centers. DAR members volunteer in VA facilities and in State/community-based programs, donating gifts, cash, personal care items, cancelled postage stamps and thousands of hours of time in service to America's veterans.
The Flag of the United States of America: Thousands of flags, flag codes, certificates and other patriotic literature are distributed annually.
National Defense: Good Citizenship Awards presented to elementary through high school students. Gold and bronze ROTC medals presented to outstanding high school and college cadets.
DAR Project Patriot: Provides support to troops involved in America's world wide war against terrorism.
For more information about DAR, visit www.dar.org or call (202) 628.1776
The Daughters of the American Revolution is a non-profit, non-political volunteer women's service organization dedicated to promoting patriotism, preserving American history and securing America's future through better education.
Founded: October 11, 1890; incorporated 1896 1896 by an Act of Congress
Mission: To promote historic preservation, education and patriotism
Motto: God, Home & Country
Membership: 177,049, January 1, 2014; more than 920,000 women have joined the DAR since it was founded
Continental Congress: The DAR annual national meeting is named after the original Continental Congress that governed the American colonies. DAR Continental Congress attracts approximately 5,000 members to Washington, D.C. each summer.
Eligibility for Membership: Any woman 18 years or older, regardless of race, religion, or ethnic background, who can prove lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution is eligible.
Ways to learn more about DAR Membership: Visit the DAR Web Site (www.dar.org) to read about steps to membership. Talk to local DAR chapter members.
HISTORIC PRESERVATION
American Heritage: Promotes preservation of historic sites and American cultural traditions.
Genealogical Records: Volumes of unpublished source records have been copied and bound for the DAR Library.
Lineage Research: Those knowledgeable in genealogy assist prospective members and hold workshops.
Seimes Technology Center: Repository for DAR applications and supplements, Federal Census records and state, county, church, and cemetery records.
EDUCATION
American History: Sponsors American History Essay contests for students in grades 5 to 8.
American Indians: DAR has assisted American Indians with financial and scholarship aid since 1936. Over $75,000 is contributed yearly.
Children of the American Revolution: Founded in 1895 by DAR, this committee provides training in patriotism and leadership to today's youth.
DAR Good Citizens: Promotes dependability, service, leadership and patriotism among high school seniors with national and state awards.
DAR Scholarships: For NSDAR American History, Political Science, History Government, Historic Preservation, Economics, Music, Nursing Medical and Occupational Therapy scholarships available annually.
DAR School: Support given to Kate Duncan Smith DAR School, AL; Tamassee DAR School, SC; Berry College, GA; Crossnore School, NC; Hillside School, MA; Hindman Settlement School, KY.
Junior American Citizens: Citizenship training program for boys and girls, kindergarten through high school with JAC Clubs in parochial, private or public schools, community centers, etc.
Literacy Challenge: Promotes adult literacy and involvement in literacy programs.
PATRIOTISM
Community Service Awards: Medals given to recognize local citizens for outstanding achievements in cultural, educational, humanitarian, patriotic and citizenship work in their communities.
Constitution Week: DAR sponsors special programs during the week of September 17-23 to inform and educate the public about the United States Constitution. This official celebration of the Constitution was initiated by the DAR in 1955 and adopted by the U.S. Congress in 1956.
DAR Service for Veterans: As a member of the National Veterans Administration Voluntary Service Advisory Committee, DAR has representatives in Veterans Administration (VA) Medical Centers. DAR members volunteer in VA facilities and in State/community-based programs, donating gifts, cash, personal care items, cancelled postage stamps and thousands of hours of time in service to America's veterans.
The Flag of the United States of America: Thousands of flags, flag codes, certificates and other patriotic literature are distributed annually.
National Defense: Good Citizenship Awards presented to elementary through high school students. Gold and bronze ROTC medals presented to outstanding high school and college cadets.
DAR Project Patriot: Provides support to troops involved in America's world wide war against terrorism.
For more information about DAR, visit www.dar.org or call (202) 628.1776