DAR members’ love of country is evident in the multitude of patriotic endeavors they pursue, including:
- Providing more than 200,000 hours of volunteer time annually to veterans in Veterans Administration hospitals and non-VA facilities
- Supporting America’s active-duty service personnel in current conflicts abroad through care packages, phone cards, and other needed items
- Sponsoring special programs promoting the Constitution during its official celebration week, September 17-23
- Participating in naturalization ceremonies
- Presenting patriotic awards to deserving individuals, including:
- Outstanding Veteran Volunteer Award
- DAR Good Citizens Awards and Medals
- ROTC Medals
- Community Service Awards
