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NATIONAL SOCIETY OF THE DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION

New York, NY · EIN 237026093 · Form 990EZ · FY2025 · Micro (<$100K) · nycdar.org
revenue
$26K
expenses
$34K
net assets
$151K
employees
mission · from form 990

Service organization focused on historic preservation, education, and supporting veterans

profile · synthesized from sources

The National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution is a service organization dedicated to historic preservation, education, and support for veterans. Through local chapters like the New York City Chapter, it conducts educational programs, sponsors historical research, and engages in community service, including veteran support and youth outreach. Founded in 1890, it emphasizes patriotism, heritage, and volunteerism.

named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

Children of the American Revolution (C.A.R.)
Chapter sponsors the Fraunces Tavern Society C.A.R., offering educational and patriotic activities for youth descended from Revolutionary War patriots.
George & Martha Washington Wedding Anniversary Luncheon
Annual event celebrating the legacy of George and Martha Washington, combining patriotic observance with fundraising and community engagement.
Junior ROTC Support
Chapter supports five Junior ROTC programs in New York City high schools by providing medals, recognition, and financial support.
McLean Scholarship in American History
Annual scholarship awarded to a woman student at Barnard College dedicated to the study of American history, originally established in 1897 with funds raised through chapter events.
Valentines for Veterans
Members create handmade valentines distributed to veterans through the United War Veterans Council as part of community outreach.
activities · 10 groups

What they do

  • Cemetery Records and Genealogical Research 2 activities
    • Genealogical research and cemetery documentation
      Participates in genealogical research initiatives such as the Billion Graves Index project by photographing and cataloging headstones at Woodlawn Cemetery, supporting family history and genealogical scholarship.
    • Workshops on genealogy and family health history for veterans
      Leads educational workshops that connect genealogical research with identification of family health history, specifically tailored for veterans.
  • Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
    • Chapter meetings and member engagement activities
      Hosts regular monthly chapter meetings from September to May/June featuring socializing, DAR Ritual, educational lectures by guest speakers or members, and special events such as an annual Membership Tea to recognize achievements and install new members.
  • Local History Preservation and Education 1 activity
    • Collaborative programming with historical societies
      Plans joint programs and outings with the Fraunces Tavern Society C.A.R. to promote historical education and engagement.
  • Multi-Institution Scholarship Funding 1 activity
    • Funding for educational scholarships and programs
      Provides financial support for scholarships including the American History Scholarship at Barnard College, the McLean Scholarship for women studying American history, and a biennial scholarship for future teachers or lecturers in American history at Barnard or Columbia University.
  • Benefit Events for Arts and Culture 1 activity
    • Fundraising events for educational and women's initiatives
      Hosts annual fundraising events such as a spring benefit with a silent auction and historical pageants to support scholarships and educational programs.
  • Memorial and Veteran Honor Services 1 activity
    • Historic preservation and patriotic commemoration events
      Organizes annual events honoring George and Martha Washington, including luncheons with ceremonial toasts, recognition of patriotic service, and commemorative activities. Also arranges for the placement of commemorative plaques, such as one honoring Brigadier General Tadeusz Kosciuszko at The Kosciuszko Foundation.
  • Historic Preservation Support Grants 1 activity
    • Historic preservation grants and museum support
      Funds historic preservation projects such as the Dunsmore Painting exhibit at Fraunces Tavern Museum through DAR Preservation Grants.
  • Children's Book Distribution Programs 1 activity
    • Literacy promotion and book donation programs
      Supports early childhood and adult literacy through book drives, donations, and collaboration with local literacy groups, including contributions to Operation Backpack for student school supplies.
  • Military and Veteran Educational Support 1 activity
    • Support for Junior ROTC and youth military programs
      Provides financial and in-kind support to five Junior ROTC companies in New York City, recognizing cadets with medals and campaign bars for outstanding military and scholastic achievement.
  • Deployed Troop and Veteran Care Packages 1 activity
    • Support for veterans through donations and outreach
      Provides in-kind donations including toiletries, fleece blankets, and handmade valentines to veterans through partnerships with organizations such as the United War Veterans Council and the VA Medical Center New York.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$26K
Contributions & grants$2K7%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$2951%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$34K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$7K
balance sheet
Total assets$151K
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$151K
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +15.9%
relationships · 13

Who they work with

  • American Indian Museum of the Smithsonian Partner — Conducted a joint field trip to the American Indian Museum of the Smithsonian.
  • Barnard College Partner — Partner institution that currently holds, manages, and selects recipients for the McLean Scholarship in American History.
  • Barnard College Partner — Supports an American History Scholarship at the institution.
  • Billion Graves Index Partner — Participated in the Billion Graves Index project by cataloging headstone images for genealogical research.
  • Dyckman Farmhouse Partner — Organized a joint guided tour of the Dyckman Farmhouse.
  • Fraunces Tavern Society C.A.R. Partner — Collaborates with the New York City Chapter NSDAR to plan joint programs and outings.
  • Fraunces Tavern Society C.A.R. Partner — Jointly organized field trips and tours with the Fraunces Tavern Society C.A.R.
  • Morris-Jumel Mansion Partner — Conducted a joint guided tour of the Morris-Jumel Mansion.
  • National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Partner — New York City Chapter is a local chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution.
  • Operation Backpack Partner — Partnered with Operation Backpack to collect school supplies for students during the pandemic.
  • The Kosciuszko Foundation Partner — Partnered to install a commemorative plaque honoring Brigadier General Tadeusz Kosciuszko.
  • United War Veterans Council Partner — Collaborated with the United War Veterans Council on the Valentines for Vets program.
  • West Harlem Art Fund, Inc. Partner — Collaborates on community outreach initiatives.
strategies · 2

How they approach the work

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  • Civic Education Through Ritual and Intergenerational Engagement
    methodology: civic-education-through-ritual-and-lecture
    By combining ritual, oral history, and multigenerational participation, the organization deepens historical awareness and member commitment because shared traditions and personal storytelling make abstract history tangible and personally meaningful.
  • Historic Preservation and Education as Civic Stewardship
    methodology: historic_preservation_education_patriotism
    By engaging members in historic preservation, education, and the teaching of American history, the organization strengthens patriotic values and collective historical awareness because active stewardship of heritage fosters intergenerational continuity and civic identity.