ACTIVITIES

The NSDAR is a women’s service organization. Since their founding in 1890, members have been active in their communities preserving history, promoting education, and encouraging patriotism.

America 250

We are officially on the threshold of a historic milestone. In July 2026, the United States will celebrate its Semiquincentennial, and the DAR is pulling out all the stops to honor this 250-year journey. As direct descendants of those who secured American independence, DAR members hold a unique connection to this legacy. Our ancestors fought for a "democratic experiment" without any guarantee it would actually work. Now, 250 years later, we get to celebrate the fact that it did.

This celebration is about more than just looking back—it's about bringing others along for the journey. We are dedicated to:

Honoring our roots: Reflecting on the determination and vision of the generation that started it all.
Helping others connect: Helping our community dive into their own family trees and discover the roles their ancestors played in building this country.
Looking forward: Celebrating how far we’ve come and the progress we continue to make together.

It’s an historic year, and we’d love for you to be a part of it. Come join us!

America 250 | Daughters of the American Revolution (dar.org)

Local Activities

Historic Preservation

Interviews Oregon veterans as part of the DAR Veterans History Project

Purchased and dedicated a historic marker commemorating Bend's Reid School's 100th anniversary

Honors local volunteers in support of historic preservation

Education

Sponsors two annual COCC Nursing Scholarships

Sponsors annual American History Essay Contest, 5th-8th grades

Sponsors annual Patriots of the American Revolution Essay Contest, High School

Literacy Projects - National award winner in 2015 and 2016

Donates over 7,000 new and used children's books to children in need since 2014

Honors local volunteers in support of the arts and education

Sponsors a children's "Little Free Library" at Bend's Environmental Center Learning Garden

Donated headsets to a local elementary class in 2020 to aid in at-home learning during the pandemic

Patriotism

Participates in local Memorial Day Services

Participates in local Veterans Day Parades

Participates in local 4th of July community activities

Arranges for local Constitution Week Proclamations and displays

Coordinates the annual Wreaths Across America ceremonies

Recognizes outstanding Central Oregon Junior ROTC cadets yearly

Honors local volunteers in support of service to veterans

Sends cards and care packages to deployed troops

Co-sponsored a local National Rosie the Riveter Day ceremony in 2018

Annually sends 500+ holiday cards to veterans in care facilities across Oregon

Honored over 200 Vietnam veterans with Vietnam War 50th Anniversary Commemoration certificates and pins

BEND CHAPTER, NSDAR

Bend, Oregon

National Society Daughters of the American Revolution

ACTIVITIES

The NSDAR is a women’s service organization. Since their founding in 1890, members have been active in their communities preserving history, promoting education, and encouraging patriotism.

BEND CHAPTER, NSDAR

Bend, Oregon

National Society Daughters of the American Revolution

ACTIVITIES The NSDAR is a women’s service organization. Since their founding in 1890, members have been active in their communities preserving history, promoting education, and encouraging patriotism.

ACTIVITIES

The NSDAR is a women’s service organization. Since their founding in 1890, members have been active in their communities preserving history, promoting education, and encouraging patriotism.