Iowa Society

Daughters of the American Revolution

DAR Service for Veterans

The Iowa Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) remains deeply committed to honoring and supporting America’s veterans. We maintain a strong relationship with the VA Center for Development and Civic Engagement (CDCE). Through this collaboration, our Veterans Affairs Voluntary Service (VAVS) Representatives and Deputy Representatives serve three-year terms, appointed at the invitation of the President General, to act as liaisons between VA hospitals, clinics, and local DAR chapters.

The DAR Service for Veterans National and State Committees offer numerous opportunities for members and chapters to support veterans and their families in meaningful and impactful ways:

Volunteer Recognition Programs:

• Outstanding Veteran Volunteer Award
• Outstanding Youth Volunteer Award
• Outstanding DAR Service for Veterans Award

• Participate in Wreaths Across America by attending ceremonies and laying wreaths at local cemeteries.
• Support Honor Flights in your area to help veterans visit war memorials in Washington, D.C.
• Engage with the Veterans History Project and the Military Women’s Memorial by interviewing veterans and sharing their stories with the Library of Congress Military Women’s Memorial.
• Set up a Missing Man Table at local restaurants on Veterans Day or other observances to honor fallen service members.
• Volunteer at VA hospitals, clinics, homeless shelters, and nursing homes that serve veterans.
• Support female veterans through collaboration with women veteran shelters, VA hospital programs, or by organizing baby showers and other activities at women’s clinics.
• Contribute Shoebox Christmas Gifts to your local VA Hospital during the holiday season.
• Create and distribute Kindness Rocks, small, meaningful, hand-painted stones, to bring joy and encouragement to veterans you meet.
• Involve youth in service projects that honor and support veterans, helping to Illuminate Our Legacy Through Our Children. 

In Iowa, there are approximately 181,000 veterans, including 16,000 women. Many face poverty, housing insecurity, or physical, emotional, and financial hardships. These brave individuals have sacrificed in service to our nation, and they deserve our continued support.

As members of the Daughters of the American Revolution, we have the opportunity, and the responsibility, to make a difference in the lives of veterans. Our efforts not only provide critical support but also strengthen community ties and promote patriotism. Together, we uphold the mission and values of both our National and State Society.

Let us continue to honor and serve those who have so selflessly served us.

Jeanne McMillan