About C.A.R.
C.A.R. Mission Statement:
The National Society of the Children of the American Revolution trains good citizens,
develops leaders and promotes love of the United States of America and its heritage
among young people.
"Any boy or girl under the age of twenty-one is eligible for membership in the National
Society of the Children of the American Revolution who is lineally descended from
a man or woman who, with unfailing loyalty, rendered material aid to the cause of
American Independence as a soldier, sailor, civil officer, or recognized patriot
in one of the several Colonies or States, or of the United States, provided that
the applicant is personally acceptable to the Society."
(Article III, National Bylaws)
The National
Society of the Children of the American Revolution, founded in 1895, is the oldest patriotic organization for
youths in our country. Membership is open to descendents of patriots of the American
Revolution.
The age range
is birth to twenty-one. Meetings and activities are planned for all ages with special
consideration given to younger members.
Members gain
invaluable leadership experience in conducting meetings, following parliamentary
procedures and standard protocol, serving as delegates and speaking before groups
at local, state and national conferences. The responsibility and privilege of selecting
officers helps members gain an understanding of the democratic process.
Email Senior State Second Vice President Mrs. Marti
Thorne
with Membership Questions
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