Community is important to Indian River Chapter members. We work to be sure the public is aware of the three objectives of the Daughters of the American Revolution:
Promotion of Education
- Sponsors DAR American History Essay Contest in local schools for fifth to eighth grades, including home schooled children
- Recognizes an outstanding graduating Junior ROTC cadet
- Supports Labels for Education program
- Participates in DAR Good Citizens program in two high schools
Patriotism
- Participates in the Massing of the Colors each Veterans Day
- Participates in special luncheon programs with Sons of the American Revolution and other patriotic lineage organizations
- Supports local veterans
- Participates in the Stamps for the Wounded Program
- Contributes to Titusville’s Avenue of Flags
Historic Preservation
- Indexes previously unpublished genealogy records for the DAR Library in Washington, D.C.
- Participates in the Last Naval Battle of the American Revolution annual event
- Assists prospective members and holds workshops in genealogy
