activities · 35
what they do
direct service · 35
- Administer Statewide Heritage Engagement Programs Historical Marker & Landmark ProgramsLaunched Passport250 in 2025, an interactive mobile pass that guides Arizonans and visitors through 25 (and growing) heritage sites across the state, promoting engagement with Arizona’s historical and cultural legacy.
- Administer Student and Educator Awards and Recognition Programs Youth Civic Engagement Contests & AwardsSponsors awards for students and educators, including the DAR Good Citizens Award and Scholarship Contest for high school seniors, ROTC medals for cadets, special education teacher awards, and recognition for community volunteers. These programs have been active since 1901 and aim to honor excellence in citizenship, service, and education.
- Commemorating the U.S. Semiquincentennial (America 250) Historical Marker & Landmark ProgramsPlans and executes community projects and events across Arizona to commemorate the U.S. Semiquincentennial in 2026, including Liberty Tree planting projects and organizing Battlefield Trust exhibits. This also involves placing commemorative markers for Revolutionary War figures and developing a traveling museum and interactive mobile pass for historical sites.
- Commemorating the U.S. Semiquincentennial (America 250) Historical Marker & Landmark ProgramsPlans and executes community projects and events across Arizona to commemorate the U.S. Semiquincentennial in 2026, including Liberty Tree planting projects and organizing Battlefield Trust exhibits. This also includes placing commemorative markers for Revolutionary War figures and developing a traveling museum and interactive mobile pass for historical sites.
- Conduct Historic Preservation Projects Historical Marker & Landmark ProgramsPlaces commemorative markers across Arizona to honor individuals and events from the Revolutionary War era and state history, maintains an online Historic Sites and Properties map, and conducts Liberty Tree planting projects as part of the America 250 celebration.
- Deliver Educational Resources and Classroom Support Historical Marker & Landmark ProgramsProvides classroom resources for K–12 teachers on American history, genealogy, and the colonial period; offers a Classroom Grant program funded by the Helen Pouch Memorial Fund; and has developed lesson plans, such as one on the Arizona State Flag, tailored to different grade levels.
- Host Public Symposia and Cultural Partnerships Cultural Exhibits and Public History ProgramsHosts public symposia such as "Spain and the Birth of American Democracy" in Washington D.C. (2025) and partners with cultural institutions like ASU Gammage on events such as the opening night of the musical "SUFFS" to amplify historical narratives and civic engagement.
- Host Traveling and Permanent Exhibits on American HistoryOrganizes and hosts traveling exhibits such as the American Revolution Experience (with 12 panels and interactive kiosks), "Revolution in Their Words," and "Fighting for Freedom: Black Craftspeople and the Pursuit of Independence" at the DAR Museum. Also plans a traveling museum in 2026 featuring Arizona’s replica Liberty Bell, touring all 15 counties.
- Hosting Exhibits and Events Cultural Exhibits and Public History ProgramsHosts various exhibits and events, including the "Revolution in Their Words" and "Fighting for Freedom: Black Craftspeople and the Pursuit of Independence" exhibits at the DAR Museum, and a symposium on "Spain and the Birth of American Democracy." They also host public events like "Two Lights for Tomorrow" with historical reenactments and live entertainment.
- Hosting and Developing Museum Exhibits Cultural Exhibits and Public History ProgramsOpens and displays new exhibits at the DAR Museum, such as "Revolution in Their Words" and "Fighting for Freedom: Black Craftspeople and the Pursuit of Independence," showcasing experiences and contributions during the American Revolution.
- Hosting and Sponsoring Exhibits and Events Cultural Exhibits and Public History ProgramsHosts and sponsors various exhibits and events, including the Arizona Lounge at the NSDAR Headquarters, new exhibits at the DAR Museum, and public events like "Two Lights for Tomorrow" with historical reenactments and entertainment. They also partner on cultural events like the musical "SUFFS."
- Lead Constitution Week Observances and Public Education Historical Marker & Landmark ProgramsOrganizes annual Constitution Week events from September 17–23, including educational outreach in schools and libraries, bell-ringing ceremonies, and public information campaigns about the U.S. Constitution.
- Maintaining Historical Markers Historical Marker & Landmark ProgramsPlaces historical markers across Arizona to commemorate important people and events in the state's history.
- Manage Digital and Media Outreach Video Content Production & ArchivingOperates a YouTube channel to share content about the organization’s mission, events, and educational programming, expanding public access to its historical and patriotic initiatives.
- Operate Arizona Chapters and State-Level Programming Local Chapter Network OperationsOperates 43 local chapters across Arizona—including in Phoenix, Tucson, Flagstaff, and Lake Havasu—that implement national and state-level programs in historic preservation, education, and patriotism at the community level.
- Operate Educational Art and Essay Contests for Students Youth Civic Engagement Contests & AwardsOrganizes and operates multiple annual contests for students in grades K–12, including the Junior American Citizens (JAC) Artistic Expression Contest, Constitution Week Poster Contest, American History Essay Contest (grades 5–8), Patriots of the American Revolution High School Essay Contest (grades 9–12), and contests for graphic novels, short stories, and stamps. These promote patriotism, historical awareness, and artistic expression.
- Operating Chapters Across Arizona Local Chapter Network OperationsOperates 43 chapters across Arizona in various cities, including Flagstaff, Sierra Vista, Lake Havasu, Safford, Phoenix, and Tucson, to implement its programs and activities.
- Operating Chapters Across Arizona Local Chapter Network OperationsOperates 43 chapters across Arizona in various cities, serving as local hubs for their activities.
- Operating Genealogical Research Resources Genealogy Research Support & EducationMaintains the DAR Genealogical Research System (GRS), which provides free online databases with information on Revolutionary War Patriots and their descendants, along with other genealogical resources from the DAR Library.
- Organize U.S. Semiquincentennial (250th Anniversary) Community Projects and Events Historical Marker & Landmark ProgramsPlanning and executing community impact projects and events to commemorate the U.S. Semiquincentennial in 2026, including public celebrations, historical reenactments, patriotic flyovers, and free public events such as "Two Lights for Tomorrow." Arizona chapters are coordinating local initiatives to leave a lasting legacy across the state.
- Organizing Public Events and Symposiums Cultural Exhibits and Public History ProgramsHosts public events such as "Two Lights for Tomorrow" with historical reenactments and live entertainment, and will host a free symposium titled "Spain and the Birth of American Democracy" in Washington D.C.
- Promoting Education and Historical Preservation Historical Marker & Landmark ProgramsProvides classroom resources for teachers on American history, operates a Classroom Grant program for K-12 teachers, and places historical markers across Arizona to commemorate important people and events. They also organize events for Constitution Week and feature a traveling exhibit, the American Revolution Experience, at various locations.
- Promoting Education and Historical Preservation Historical Marker & Landmark ProgramsProvides classroom resources for teachers on American history, operates a Classroom Grant program for K-12 teachers, and places historical markers across Arizona to commemorate important people and events. They also organize annual Constitution Week events, including providing information in libraries and schools and coordinating bell-ringing ceremonies.
- Promoting Education on American History and Civics Historical Marker & Landmark ProgramsOffers classroom resources for teachers on subjects like the American Revolutionary War and genealogy, operates a Classroom Grant program for K-12 teachers, and organizes annual "Constitution Week" events in libraries and schools. They also develop lesson plans, such as one about the Arizona State Flag, and host traveling exhibits like the American Revolution Experience.
- Provide Genealogical Research Resources Genealogy Research Support & EducationMaintains the DAR Genealogical Research System (GRS), a free online database containing records of Revolutionary War Patriots, their descendants, and genealogical materials from the DAR Library, supporting public access to family history resources.
- Providing Genealogical Research Resources Genealogy Research Support & EducationMaintains the DAR Genealogical Research System (GRS), offering free online databases with information on Revolutionary War Patriots and their descendants, as well as genealogical resources from the DAR Library.
- Providing Genealogical Resources Genealogy Research Support & EducationMaintains the DAR Genealogical Research System (GRS), which offers free online databases with information on Revolutionary War Patriots and their descendants, along with genealogical resources from the DAR Library.
- Sponsoring Awards and Contests for Students and Community Leaders Youth Civic Engagement Contests & AwardsSponsors various awards and contests for students and community leaders, including awards for ROTC cadets, special education teachers, and the DAR Good Citizens Award and Scholarship Contest for high school seniors. They also operate several art and essay contests for students of various ages focusing on American history and citizenship.
- Sponsoring Awards and Contests for Students and Community Leaders Youth Civic Engagement Contests & AwardsSponsors various awards and contests for students and community leaders, including awards for ROTC cadets, special education teachers, and the DAR Good Citizens Award and Scholarship Contest for high school seniors. They also operate several art and essay contests for students of various ages, focusing on American history and citizenship.
- Support Military Members, Veterans, and New Citizens Military & Veteran Support PackagesSupports active-duty military and veterans through donations and volunteer projects, including a $650,000 contribution to women veteran causes. Members attend naturalization ceremonies to welcome new citizens, presenting them with flag lapel pins and other gifts.
- Supporting Military Personnel and Veterans Veteran Emergency and Reintegration SupportSupports active-duty military and veterans through donations and volunteer projects, and recognizes their accomplishments with awards such as ROTC Medals.
- Supporting Military and Veterans Veteran Commemoration and Memorial EventsSupports active-duty military and veterans through donations and volunteer projects, and recognizes their accomplishments with awards.
- Supporting Military, Veterans, and New Citizens Military & Veteran Support PackagesSupports active-duty military and veterans through donations and volunteer projects, and attends naturalization ceremonies to welcome new citizens.
- Welcoming New Citizens Veteran Recognition and Community IntegrationAttends naturalization ceremonies to greet new citizens and present them with gifts.
- Welcoming New Citizens Veteran Recognition and Community IntegrationAttends naturalization ceremonies to greet new citizens and present them with gifts like flag lapel pins.
strategies · 17
how they think
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- Commemorative Community Engagement commemorative_community_engagementUses community-based projects, events, and physical markers during national commemorations—such as the U.S. Semiquincentennial—to create lasting local impact and elevate diverse voices from the American revolutionary era and contemporary communities.
- Commemorative Community Engagement commemorative_community_engagementUses community-based projects, events, and physical markers during national commemorations to create lasting local impact and promote historical awareness of the American Revolution and its diverse participants.
- Commemorative community engagement through local projects and markers commemorative_community_engagementUses community-based projects, events, and physical commemorative markers placed in local communities to honor Revolutionary War-era patriots and create lasting impact during national commemorations like the U.S. Semiquincentennial, thereby promoting historical awareness and civic memory.
- Community-based Commemorative Engagement commemorative_community_engagementThe organization uses community-based projects and events, including the placement of physical commemorative markers, to create lasting local impact and promote historical awareness, particularly around national commemorations like the U.S. Semiquincentennial, by honoring Revolutionary War-era patriots and elevating diverse voices from that period.
- Digital and Civic Communication for Public Engagement digital_outreachUses digital platforms like YouTube and civic outreach tools such as naturalization guides and chapter networks to communicate values, expand public access to historical and civic resources, and mobilize community participation.
- Education-focused programming with inclusive and experiential methods inclusive_historical_interpretationAdvances historical education by providing original lesson plans, online resources, and experiential exhibits that present diverse viewpoints from the American Revolution—including Patriots, Loyalists, women, Black and Native populations—and emphasize the choices of ordinary people to foster deeper civic understanding.
- Experiential and Inclusive Historical Education experiential_educationThe organization educates young people and the public through experiential exhibits and educational resources that present diverse viewpoints and experiences of the American Revolution, including those of underrepresented groups, to foster a comprehensive understanding of the nation's founding.
- Historic Preservation Through Monumentation and Advocacy historic_preservationPreserves American history by protecting significant historical sites and erecting commemorative markers and monuments to honor Revolutionary War-era Patriots and ensure intergenerational remembrance.
- Historic Preservation Through Monumentation and Advocacy historic_preservationProtects and promotes American history by preserving significant historical sites and erecting commemorative monuments to ensure the legacy of Revolutionary War Patriots endures for future generations.
- Historic preservation through monument protection and placement historic_preservationProtects important historical locations and constructs monuments to preserve American history for future generations, ensuring physical and cultural continuity with the nation’s founding era.
- Inclusive Historical Education and Interpretation inclusive_historical_interpretationAdvances public understanding of the American Revolution by presenting diverse perspectives—such as those of Patriots, Loyalists, women, Black and Native peoples, and international allies—and using experiential exhibits and original educational resources to engage youth and the public.
- Inclusive Historical Interpretation and Experiential Learning inclusive_historical_interpretationUses experiential exhibits and diverse historical narratives to present multiple perspectives from the American Revolution—including Patriots, Loyalists, women, Black and Native peoples, and international allies—focusing on ordinary individuals to deepen public understanding of foundational American choices.
- Promotion of Patriotism Through Recognition promotion_through_recognitionEncourages patriotism, historic preservation, and education by honoring individuals—especially educators and community members—for their service and contributions through awards, contests, and recognition programs.
- Promotion of Patriotism Through Recognition promotion_through_recognitionEncourages patriotism, historic preservation, and education by honoring community members, educators, and students through awards, contests, and recognition programs that highlight service and historical engagement.
- Promotion of patriotism and historic preservation through recognition and contests promotion_through_recognitionEncourages patriotism, historic preservation, and education by using awards, recognition programs, and contests for students, educators, and community members, which incentivize engagement with American history and honor service and achievement.
- Recognition and Awards for Promoting Patriotism and History promotion_through_recognitionThe organization promotes patriotism, historic preservation, and education by using awards and recognition programs for community members, educators, and students, thereby encouraging service and engagement with American history.
- Youth and Educator-Focused Historical Education youth_educationEngages youth and educators through targeted educational programming, original lesson plans, and student contests to teach American history, promote patriotism, and highlight underrepresented stories from the Revolutionary War era.
named programs · 6
what they call their work
America 250! Initiatives
Nationwide commemoration of the U.S. Semiquincentennial through local projects, events, and educational programming including exhibits, concerts, and scholarships
DAR America 250! Scholarships
Ten $25,000 scholarships awarded in 2026 to students studying American history
Genealogical Research System (GRS)
Free online databases and resources for researching Revolutionary War Patriots and their descendants, accessible to the public without membership
Passport250
Interactive mobile pass guiding Arizonans and visitors through 25+ heritage sites across the state in celebration of America’s 250th birthday
Traveling Revolutionary War Exhibit
Interactive pop-up exhibit titled "American Revolution Experience" touring libraries, museums, and historical societies in Arizona and nationwide, featuring stories of diverse individuals during the Revolutionary War era
Two Lights for Tomorrow
Nationwide initiative commemorating Paul Revere’s ride with community events involving historical reenactments, patriotic flyovers, and public participation in lighting ceremonies
relationships · 28
who they work with
- ASU Gammage Partner — Partnered on the opening night of the musical "SUFFS" at ASU Gammage.
- Agua Fria Chapter, NSDAR Partner — Courtesy of the Agua Fria Chapter, NSDAR, admission to the exhibit at Canyon Ridge Elementary School is free.
- America 250! Committee Partner — Supports the America 250! Committee through the placement and mapping of Patriots Markers in Arizona.
- America250 Partner — First heritage society to formally partner with America250, the nationwide commemoration of America’s 250th Anniversary.
- America250 Partner — National Partner with America250.
- America250 Foundation Partner — Works with the America250 Foundation to catalyze a more perfect union by designing and leading the most comprehensive and inclusive celebration in the country's history.
- American Battlefield Trust Partner — Partnered to bring the American Revolution Experience traveling exhibit to towns across the nation.
- Apache Trail Chapter, NSDAR Partner — Courtesy of the Apache Trail Chapter, NSDAR, admission to the exhibit at a TBD location is free.
- Arizona America250 Commission Partner — ASDAR members sit on a sub-committee of the Arizona America250 Commission, which plans, develops, encourages, and coordinates the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the United States in Arizona.
- Arizona America250 Commission Partner — Partnering with the Arizona America250 Commission for Semiquincentennial activities.
- Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes Government — The Arizona America250 Commission is chaired by Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes.
- Four Peaks Chapter, NSDAR Partner — Local chapter involved in Liberty Tree planting and anniversary events.
- General George Crook Chapter, NSDAR Partner — Local chapter collaborating on Liberty Tree and America 250 initiatives.
- Grace Christian Academy Partner — Partnered for the DAR Kindergarten Art Banner project.
- Havasu Chapter, NSDAR Partner — Courtesy of the Havasu Chapter, NSDAR, admission to the exhibit at Mohave County Library is free.
- Helen Pouch Memorial Fund Funder — Supports the Junior Membership Classroom Grant program.
- Military Women’s Memorial (MWM) Partner — Collaborates with MWM, with contributions totaling $1 million.
- NSDAR Network — Arizona State Society, DAR is part of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution
- NSDAR Historic Preservation Committee Partner — Collaborates with the NSDAR Historic Preservation Committee to support the America 250 Patriots Marker project.
- National Society DAR Network — Affiliate of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution.
- National Society DAR Network — State society affiliated with the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
- National Society DAR Network — The Arizona State Society is part of the National Society DAR.
- National Society DAR Partner — The Arizona State Society is part of the National Society DAR and offers educational programs through it.
- National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR or DAR) Network — Part of the national organization
- Ocotillo Chapter, NSDAR Partner — Courtesy of the Ocotillo Chapter, NSDAR, admission to the exhibit in Anthem Civic Building is free.
- PBS Partner — Sponsor for the November 16th PBS Premiere of the Ken Burns Documentary, The American Revolution.
- U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission Government — America250 is led by the U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission.
- local DAR chapter Partner — Collaborates with local DAR chapters to nominate and recognize individuals for awards.