New members are always welcome. Simply stated, prospective members must submit their application with sufficient lineage evidence as to satisfy the State and National Society registrars. The SAR genealogy standards are the same as normally accepted genealogy standards. Vital records and legal documents are the best sources. We encourage you to pursue this process and become our fellow compatriot. For more information, check out the National SAR website and use their Join Now! Apply in Four Easy Steps submenu to overview the application process.
Since the SAR was established, many SAR and DAR members have already undergone this application process. Their lineage to their patriot ancestor(s) has been recorded in the National SAR and DAR databases. Many times a prospective member can save time and effort by seeking and using a compatriot's Record Copy from the National SAR or DAR libraries. Otherwise, proof of your patriot's service is required.
Society databases can be found online at the National SAR Patriot Research System website and the National DAR Genealogical Research System website.
All candidates are encouraged to view the following video messages:
National SAR Past President General
Judge Edward F. Butler, Sr.'s
video; approx 13 min.
Texas SAR Past President
Bob Cohen's
SAR and You video; approx 12 min.
The Texas SAR website has much information. Use their Joining Info tab and their About Texas SAR tab to find several links to Officers, Committees, Interested in Joining, Training Videos, History, Fees, Constitution, Bylaws, etc.!
Research is the accepted genealogy standard. Use the information here to aid your genealogy search to your patriot. Don't let a genealogy roadblock keep you from applying without seeking our Chapter Registrar's assistance! Several past and present Texas SAR members hold leadership positions at the National SAR headquarters. Now is the best time for your Texas SAR membership!
