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Welcome to
General James Breckinridge Chapter
National Society Daughters of the American Revolution
Roanoke, Virginia


~ Chapter Events ~

"Determine never to be idle. No person will have occasion to complain of the want of time, who never loses any. It is wonderful how much may be done, if we are always doing."

Thomas Jefferson, letter to Martha Jefferson, May 5, 1787

As in Thomas Jefferson's letter above to his daughter, Martha, we determine never to be idle. Our chapter projects are many, as evidenced from a few listed below:

Promotion of Education

Chapter School Awards School
DAR Good Citizens (Grade 12) Lord Botetourt & Patrick Henry High School
Endowment Scholarship Ferrum College
Patriotism Medals (Grades 6-7-8) North Cross School
Shepherd Trust Funds Tamassee School
JROTC Award Patrick Henry High School

Participation in Ceremonial Events for Citizenship and
Issue Awards to Good Citizens 

Citizenship and Naturalization Projects
  • Host receptions at naturalization ceremonies for nearly 50 new U.S. citizens monthly and provide them with American flags, bookmarks with the Pledge of Allegiance, and refreshments. The Patrick Henry High School’s JROTC is our color guard and attends in full uniform to welcome new citizens.
  • Present flags to children on Citizenship Day and to new JROTC members; honor youths with Good Citizen Awards.
  • Issue community service awards to local citizens for outstanding humanitarian achievements.

Preservation of Local Historical Projects
and American heritage

Patriotism and American history preservation projects
  • Provide for the restoration and donations of rare and scarce books to the Roanoke City library.
  •  Provide time, gifts, and personal care items to our veterans.
  •  Provide for the Pamunky American Indians living on reservations in Virginia through our American Indian Committee.
  • Participate in the restoration of patriotic grave stones and refurbishment of grounds, including the Breckinridge cemetery.

All of our projects are funded through the diligent efforts of chapter members, including our annual antique show and through the dedicated volunteer efforts of our members. Come and see how you can join our chapter by clicking How to Join