Charter City: Pottstown, Pennsylvania
The National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR or DAR) is a non-profit, non-political volunteer women's service organization founded in 1890 by a small group of patriotic women. The DAR is dedicated to promoting patriotism, preserving American history, and securing America's future through better education for children.
Patriotism
Nationally, DAR members volunteer more than 200,000 hours annually to veterans, offer support to America’s service personnel abroad through care packages, sponsor programs promoting the U.S. Constitution, and participate in naturalization ceremonies.
Preservation
DAR members participate in various projects to help preserve the cultural heritage of the United States. Pennsylvania State Society Daughters of the American Revolution (PSSDAR) have supported the National Patriots Bell Tower in Montgomery County; the Fort Pitt Block House in Allegheny County; the Madonna of the Trail in Washington County; and the Rocky Spring Church in Franklin County, to name a few.
Education
DAR members are passionate about education through the promotion of the DAR Good Citizens, the American History Essay Contest, the provision of scholarships and awards to outstanding students, and the support of six schools through chapter and member donations.
National Society
To learn more about the amazing history of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution and what members are doing today to continue that legacy click here.
PA Society
The Pennsylvania State Society Daughters of the American Revolution (PSSDAR) is represented by women of all backgrounds. We are proud to have 95 active chapters in six districts, with more than 6,400 members. 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 for membership. Our common binding force is our strong passion for service. For more information about the PSSDAR, click here.