How to Apply to DAR

What you need, what to expect, and information to help you decide if it’s worth it

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I’ve been a DAR Chapter Officer for over a decade. I’ve signed many new member applications. I’ve explained to even more people what DAR is and how to apply. As I come to the end of my tenure, it’s time I put it in writing.

What is DAR?

First, I should explain that the length of my tenure is unusual, and generally frowned upon. But our chapter is small and I was Treasurer — a very necessary position responsible for sending dues and fees up the chain so members stay members. However, this means I have a lot of firsthand experience in new member applications from the member side.

First, let’s make sure you understand what I’m talking about. DAR is Daughters of the American Revolution. That’s the general term used to talk about the organization as a whole. The top level is the National Society, NSDAR (National Society Daughters of the American Revolution — yes, there should be another “of the”, but they dropped it at some point in the last 10 years).

Because of the size and reach of the organization, it’s actually run in districts. In the continental U.S., these are made up of State Organizations. My chapter belongs to New Hampshire State Organization (NHSODAR).