What We Do
We are dedicated to promoting patriotism, preserving American history, and securing America’s future through better education for children. Below are examples of activities listed in our three main areas of projects.
Promoting Patriotism
- Support of the local Veterans Transition Center
- Support Wreaths Across America and participation in wreath-laying ceremony
- Observe Veterans Day and participate in Veterans Day Parade
- Participate in naturalization ceremonies
- Participate in the Anniversary of the Battle at Kings Mountain
- Support Blue Ridge Honor Flights for local veterans
- Serve monthly meals at the Veterans Restoration Quarters
- Tend flags at the Western North Carolina Veterans Cemetery
Filling Shoeboxes with Comfort Items for Assisted Living Center at VA Asheville Health Care
Serving Lunch at the Veterans Restoration Quarters
Baby Blankets and Quilts for Active Duty Military Personnel
Historic Preservation
- Mark graves of local American Revolutionary War Patriots
- Support the National Society for the Preservation of NSDAR buildings
- Participate in local historic programs, tours, and events
Marking Graves with the Sons of the American Revolution
NSDAR Headquarters in Washington, DC
Tour of Historic Weaverville, North Carolina
Education
- Support Little Free Library and provide teacher support at local charter school
- Sponsor American History Essay Contests for students in fifth to eighth grades
- Create Constitution Week display at local community center
- Sponsor Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (JROTC) Awards to cadets in high schools
- Sponsor DAR Good Citizens Essays for high school seniors
- Support Crossnore Communities for Children
Little Free Library at Local Charter School
Presenting Program on Crossnore Communities for Children
Constitution Week Information at Local Event