named programs · 1 · from sources
What they call their work
Lineage Membership Program
Admits male descendants of Revolutionary War participants based on documented ancestral service, with members recognized by lineage number and patriot ancestor.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Memorial and Veteran Honor Services 2 activities
- Commemoration of Revolutionary War Patriots and historical eventsOrganizes and participates in ceremonies, dedications, and events to honor Revolutionary War veterans and patriots, including grave dedications, marker installations, and participation in Wreaths Across America. Events are held at cemeteries and historical sites across New York State, such as Hunn Cemetery, Mt. Hope Cemetery, and the Groveland Ambuscade.
- Participation in patriotic and veteran commemorative eventsRegularly participates in public patriotic events such as Veterans Day ceremonies, Memorial Day parades, Honor Flights, and July 4th celebrations to honor military service and promote civic remembrance. Activities include wreath-laying, parade participation, and public recognition of veterans across multiple communities in New York.
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Historic Site Public Programming 2 activities
- Historical education and public outreach programsConducts educational presentations, school visits, and public talks on topics related to the American Revolution, including General LaFayette’s 1825 visit and the history of the Continental Army. Hosts events at libraries, schools, and museums to improve civic knowledge and historical understanding.
- Planning and hosting of Revolutionary War anniversary eventsOrganizes events to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution (1775–1783), including themed commemorations and historical reenactments such as Revolutionary War Weekend at Fort Niagara.
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Regular Membership Meetings 1 activity
- Annual chapter events and organizational meetingsHosts recurring organizational and social events including monthly Board of Managers meetings and an annual chapter picnic at the Groveland Ambuscade. These gatherings support internal governance and member engagement.
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Distribution of awards and scholarships to students and citizensRecognizes academic achievement, citizenship, and community service by awarding scholarships and medals to high school and college students, including Eagle Scout Scholarships, ROTC Awards, and Good Citizenship Medals. Also presents commendation medals for fire safety and war service.
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Membership Program Administration 1 activity
- New member induction and membership supportSwears in new members and provides them with a framed Certificate of Membership, subscriptions to The SAR Magazine, and the chapter newsletter to support integration and ongoing engagement.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$118K
Contributions & grants$9K8%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$109K92%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$66K
Program expenses68%
Admin / overhead32%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$1.69M
Cash$94K
Investments$1.60M
Liabilities$0
Net assets$1.69M
Liquid reserves305.7 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +50.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 20
- BRENT W DOWNING — PRESIDENT
- DAHL SCHULTZ — DIRECTOR
- DANA JOHNSON — DIRECTOR
- DAVID FOSTER — TREASURER
- DAVID T RICHARDSON — 1ST VICE PRESIDENT
- GAIL GRIDLEY — DIRECTOR
- GARY FAGUE — DIRECTOR
- JAMES BRANCATO — DIRECTOR
- LEON HARRIS — DIRECTOR
- MIKE WALSH — DIRECTOR
- OLDS HARRIS — DIRECTOR
- RICHARD EAGLETON — DIRECTOR
- ROBERT FULLER — 2ND VICE PRESIDENT
- RONALD BOYD — DIRECTOR
- STEVE CLARKE — DIRECTOR
- STEVEN RICHARDSON — SECRETARY
- TIM SCHULZE — DIRECTOR
- TODD SHILLINGTON — DIRECTOR
- WAYNE KIDD — DIRECTOR
- WILLIAM BREWER — DIRECTOR
relationships · 17
Who they work with
- Albion Middle School Partner — Conducted educational visit to school
- Alliance Francaise de Rochester Partner — Provided support and photographs for the LaFayette 200th Anniversary Remembrance event.
- Boy Scouts of America Partner — Jointly presents the Robert E. Burt Award for Service to Boy Scouting with the NSSAR.
- Buffalo Chapter SAR Network — Shares events through a coordinated calendar for regional SAR chapters.
- Dave Foster Partner — Leads monthly Zoom meetings to coordinate 250th anniversary events
- Finger Lakes Chapters SAR Network — Shares events through a coordinated calendar for regional SAR chapters.
- Genesee Country Museum Partner — Hosted meeting of historians at museum
- Greece Athena Middle School Partner — Engaged with students through a school visit to promote historical education.
- Greece Historical Society Partner — Hosted a SAR presentation event in collaboration with the Greece Historical Society.
- Half-Shire Historical Society Partner — Co-hosts the ESS-SAR Remembrance Ceremony.
- National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution Network — Rochester NY Chapter is a local chapter of the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, adhering to its membership standards and forwarding applications to national and state authorities.
- Newtown Battle Chapter SAR Network — Shares events through a coordinated calendar for regional SAR chapters.
- RIT Partner — Participated in the RIT Air Force ROTC Awards Ceremony.
- Rochester Honor Flight Partner — Participates in events organized by Rochester Honor Flight to honor veterans.
- Rochester Institute of Technology Partner — Recognized ROTC participants at institution
- Wayne Historical Society Partner — Hosts joint events including a Living History and Civil War Monument Dedication.
- Wreaths Across America Partner — Collaborates with Wreaths Across America to place wreaths at veteran cemeteries.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Civic Recognition to Promote Public Engagementmethodology: civic-recognitionBy publicly recognizing individuals for service, good citizenship, and community contributions, the organization encourages broader civic engagement because visible honors model patriotic behavior and inspire emulation.
- Historical Memory Preservation via Active Commemorationmethodology: historical preservation through commemorationBy conducting grave dedications, rededication ceremonies, and marker installations, the organization preserves historical memory because physical acts of recognition reinforce collective remembrance and connect present communities to Revolutionary-era figures.
- Lineage as Civic Stewardshipmethodology: civic stewardship through ancestryBy framing ancestral connection to Revolutionary War service as a responsibility rather than a status, the organization promotes ongoing civic virtue and national strength because inherited legacy motivates active contribution to public life.
- Patriotic Education Through Commemorationmethodology: patriotic-educationBy combining commemorative events with educational programming, the organization fosters reverence for foundational American principles and historical continuity because experiential engagement strengthens civic identity and public understanding of the Revolution's legacy.