MEMBERSHIP

The DAR is one of the largest women’s lineage based, patriotic nonprofits in the world, with 185,000 members and approximately 3,000 local chapters in the United States and abroad. Since our founding in 1890, close to one million members have carried out our mission.

We are an organization both steeped in history and forward-thinking -- a vibrant service organization recognized around the world.

The women who make up our membership are varied and come from all walks of life, yet we share a common bond of tracing our ancestry back to those who helped gain our nation’s independence. We are committed to honoring our nation’s past by serving our communities today.

Eligibility

DAR members come from a variety of backgrounds and interests, but all share a common bond of having an ancestor who helped contribute to securing the independence of the United States of America. 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 to join.

How to Join

If you believe that you may have an ancestor who aided the cause of the American Revolution, please email us. We have an active lineage research committee that can help you research your links to your ancestor.