Special Gift Opportunities
Donations to the Marian Anderson Legacy Fund are used to support projects, programs, and other initiatives that promote the legacy of Marian Anderson including funding for a new DAR scholarship. A legendary singer and inspiration for civil rights, Marian Anderson’s legacy is forever intertwined with the DAR and we are honored to celebrate her memory. In order to be eligible to purchase the pin, there is a minimum one-time donation of $200. Donate Now.
Donations will be used to fund the Pathway of the Patriots project and to create and maintain the companion online educational resources to accompany the project. $100 minimum to earn a pin, but all “Promoter” donations of any size toward the project will receive Heritage Club credit. Donate Now.
Donations will be used to honor the memory and spirit of the men and women who achieved American Independence through the DAR Pathway of the Patriots project. All donations of any amount toward the direct sponsorship of a specific Pathway of the Patriots Tree qualify. In order to be eligible, donors must complete Pathways of the Patriots Tree adoption paperwork prior to making their donations and must meet the $3,000 minimum for the tree, either as an individual or collectively with a group of individuals. Contact the Office of Development for details at (800) 449-1776.
Established to support the Children of the American Revolution. In order to be eligible to purchase the pin, there is a minimum one-time donation of $100. Donate Now.
DAR safeguards America’s cultural heritage by preserving historic buildings, sites, and treasures, that embody our stories, ideals, and achievements. DAR also collects and maintains genealogical records that link people of the present to their Patriot ancestors.
When you donate to Daughters of the American Revolution you help preserve the physical structures that memorialize our nation’s stories and shape our national identity.
Donations to Friends of the Library support the purchase of special equipment, furniture, out-of-print or special books, and other important materials for new and existing library resources and programs. In order to be eligible to purchase the pin, there is a minimum one-time donation of $200. Donate Now.
Originally established in 1983 to upgrade specific infrastructure in the NSDAR Library, donations to DAR Library Life Member now support the important work of the Friends of the Library initiatives, and are recognized with a distinct pin. In order to be eligible to purchase the pin, there is a minimum one-time donation of $200. Donate Now.
Donations to Friends of Seimes Technology Center are used to support the Library’s online subscription costs for certain genealogical databases, and to expand and strengthen the DAR Library’s collection of microfilm and microfiche (microforms) useful for genealogical research and verification of membership applications. With increasing access to this information through the internet, donations to this fund will continue to provide resources to an ever growing number of researchers. In order to be eligible to purchase the pin, there is a minimum one-time donation of $100. Donate Now.
During this time of increased applications and overall interest in DAR membership, donations to Friends of Genealogy support the work of the Office of the Registrar General and the Genealogy Department as they verify record numbers of applications and supplementals, and guide prospective members on qualifying documentation. In order to be eligible to purchase the pin, there is a minimum one-time donation of $100. Donate Now.
Donations to Membership Challenge help the Office of the Registrar General process applications and supplementals in a variety of ways, including helping to secure online resources for genealogists. Gifts of $500 or more are eligible to purchase the pin from the DAR Insignia Store, pictured, and inclusion in a listing on the NSDAR website. Donate Now.
As we continue to tell our story, it is important that we add to our collection of important pieces. Donations to Friends of DAR Museum make these targeted acquisitions and accompanying education programs possible. In order to be eligible to purchase the pin, there is a minimum one-time donation of $200. Donate Now.
Donations to Adopt-an-Object ensure the preservation of the DAR Museum’s collection so future generations will continue to enjoy, study, and learn from these objects. In order to be eligible to purchase the pin, there is a minimum one-time donation of $100. Donate Now.
Donations to Museum Keeper (the British term for curator) support the acquisition of important objects to the DAR Museum’s collection. In order to be eligible to purchase the pin, there is a minimum one-time donation of $500. Donate Now.
Originally established in recognition its 50th anniversary, donations to Friends of Americana Collection support NSDAR’s manuscript and imprint collection. In order to be eligible to purchase the pin, there is a minimum one-time donation of $100. Donate Now.
Since 2003, the American History Essay Contest continues to provide opportunities for DAR to call attention to the importance of American history. Donations to Friends of American History provide important funding for these nation-wide contests. In order to be eligible to purchase the pin, there is a minimum one-time donation of $100. Donate Now.
Maintained by the Office of the Historian General, the Archives houses the inactive records created in the course of business by the National Society. Holdings include correspondence, meeting minutes, project files, photographs, and objects, such as DAR pins. Donations to the NSDAR Archives Collection are used to acquire material and conserve the collection, the sole repository of NSDAR history. In order to be eligible to purchase the pin, there is a minimum one-time donation of $100. Donate Now.
DAR supports education through scholarships, contests, awards, resources, and educational programs with a specific focus on American History and the American Revolution.
When you donate to Daughters of the American Revolution you broaden public understanding of our nation’s history and help students of all ages and backgrounds succeed in their pursuit of knowledge and scholarship.
Established to support the National Society’s educational objective by providing funding or grants to support educational initiatives or programs for young and old, other than the Kate Duncan Smith DAR School, DAR-approved schools, and Indian Youth of America, Inc. In order to be eligible to purchase the pin, there is a minimum one-time donation of $200. Donate Now.
Native Americans have helped shape our nation through their hardships of survival, religious ceremonies, and social and political contributions. In order to be eligible to purchase the pin, there is a minimum one-time donation of $200. Donate Now.
The American Indian Fund has been established to go beyond the scholarship needs in the American Indian community to provide financial assistance grants for facilities, student needs, educational programs and opportunities. In order to be eligible to purchase the pin, there is a minimum one-time donation of $200. Donate Now.
Donations to Friends of DAR Scholarship support the variety of scholarships NSDAR rewards through our DAR Scholarship Committee. Scholarship applicants must be citizens of the United States and must attend, or plan to attend, an accredited college or university in the United States. In order to be eligible to purchase the pin, there is a minimum one-time donation of $200. Donate Now.
The DAR schools encompass a variety of programs promoting education to students, including those with attention deficit disorder, dyslexia, adult illiteracy and children in family crises. Through donations to Friends of DAR Schools, we also serve thousands of other eager students, from pre-school through college, who need a place to learn to fulfill their potential. In order to be eligible to purchase the pin, there is a minimum one-time donation of $200. Donate Now.
- General School Fund Donate Now.
- Educational Support for Post Secondary Students Donate Now.
- Student Support Donate Now.
- Buildings, Property and Equipment Donate Now.
Donations to Friends of Junior Membership benefit Junior Member Projects at Kate Duncan Smith DAR School. In order to be eligible to purchase the pin, there is a minimum one-time donation of $100. Donate Now.
DAR fosters love of country by caring for our nation’s servicemembers, Veterans, and their families, by assisting and welcoming naturalized citizens, and by hosting and supporting patriotic events and organizations.
When you donate to Daughters of the American Revolution you inspire passion for America’s founding ideals and support the men and women who volunteer to protect them.
Donations to DAR Project Patriot support America’s service personnel in current conflicts. At the national level, DAR support is focused on women serving in the military, military families, and wounded military personnel. In order to be eligible to purchase the pin, there is a minimum one-time donation of $100. Donate Now.
Donations to Friends of Junior American Citizens support furthering American school children’s appreciation of the principles of our democratic government and for our great country, through clubs and contests. In order to be eligible to purchase the pin, there is a minimum one-time donation of $100. Donate Now.
Donations to Friends of Veterans support three awards sponsored by the DAR Service for Veterans Committee in order to promote service to veterans nation-wide: Outstanding Veteran Volunteer Award, Outstanding Youth Volunteer Award, and Outstanding DAR Service for Veterans Award. Their work continues to encourage others to serve our veterans. In order to be eligible to purchase the pin, there is a minimum one-time donation of $100. Donate Now.
Donations to Friends of American Spirit benefit the DAR Magazine Endowment Fund, and serve to increase subscriptions for our award-winning publication, American Spirit. In order to be eligible to purchase the pin, there is a minimum one-time donation of $100 + the purchase of five (5) new subscriptions. Donate Now.
Donations to Friends of DAR Magazine support the general production needs of our award-winning publication that features articles about history, genealogy, patriotism, and education. In order to be eligible to purchase the pin, there is a minimum one-time donation of $100. Donate Now.
Donations to Friends of Property Maintenance ensure that all aspects (interior and exterior) of the NSDAR headquarters complex are maintained throughout the year so we provide a good environment for our many visitors, including the thousands of Daughters we host at our annual meeting. In order to be eligible to purchase the pin, there is a minimum one-time donation of $200. Donate Now.
Donations to Investment Trust Fund support the general needs and work of the Society, including the maintenance of its properties. In order to be eligible to purchase the pin, there is a minimum one-time donation of $100. Donate Now.