The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR or DAR)

The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR or DAR) is an organization of today's women who promote education, historical preservation, and patriotism as well as honor our Revolutionary War patriot ancestors. View the videos below to find out what Today's DAR is all about!

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National Motto
God, Home, and Country

​National Theme
Rise and Shine for America -- and for DAR!

National Membership

• 185,000 current members
• 3,000 chapters in all 50 states and Washington, D.C.; International chapters in Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Bermuda, Canada, France, Germany, Guam, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Spain, United Kingdom
• More than 950,000 women have joined the DAR since it was founded.

TODAY'S DAR

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​Illinois State Motto
Stay positive,
be considerate, persevere

Illinois State Theme
Strength through Service

​State Song
“Illinois”

State Scripture
"We have as a sure and steadfast anchor of the soul, a hope that enters into the inner shrine behind the curtain.” 
— Hebrews 6:19

State Regent's Projects
Honor and Respect for All Illinois Veterans
Strengthening our Chapters

State Regent's Program
"Serving Those Who Have Served Us"

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EDUCATION

The DAR promotes education through the encouragement of the Children of the American Revolution (C.A.R.), DAR Good Citizens, and Junior American Citizens; the provision of scholarships and awards to outstanding students; and the support of six schools through chapter and member donations.

HISTORICAL PRESERVATION

DAR members participate in many projects to preserve cultural heritage, including restoring historical sites, marking American Revolutionary War patriot gravesites and placing monuments around the world to memorialize people and events though American history.

PATRIOTISM

DAR members’ love of country is evident in the many endeavors we peruse: Operation Troop Appreciation, participating in activities for veterans, partaking in Memorial Day celebrations, and collecting the stories of our Revolutionary War patriots to share with others.

JOIN THE DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION!