Elias Kent Kane Chapter, NSDAR
St. Charles, Kane County, Illinois, USA
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Committees with National Recognition
DAR accomplishes much of its work through a committee system. Please contact the chapter chairman listed, or the regent, if you are interested in participating in any of these committees.
America 250! - DeeAnn Carlson deeann.carlson@yahoo.com
Promotes interest and awareness of our Revolutionary Patriots. Engages our local communities in celebrating America's 250th anniversary of independence. Honors the sacrifices of the past while inspiring future generations to cherish and protect the freedoms declared in 1776.
American Heritage - Robin Schroeder robintschroeder@gmail.com
Promotes preservation of American cultural traditions and participation in contests for arts and sculpture; fiber arts; historic preservation; music; crafts, literature and drama; cultural events and traditions; and quilt oral history project.
American History - Kim Gray-Kaliski kimavi8@sbcglobal.net
Promotes the study of U.S. history during the entire year through: the participation of students in essay contests in schools; newspaper articles; spot announcements; displays in schools and libraries; and presents the Outstanding Teacher of American History Award.
American Indians - Maria Fatheree virtualspanish1@gmail.com
Shares Indian Minutes at chapter meetings, gets proclamations for the local governments, and hosts programs about American Indian, Native Alaskan and First Nations’ communities.
Americanism - Vacant
Community-oriented service with the objective of promoting knowledge, loyalty and love of country in the hearts and minds of American citizens, whether naturalized or citizens by birth.
Celebrate Daughters - Kara Marselle karamarselle@gmail.com
Highlights professional development, health and wellness, and celebrates our members.
Children of the American Revolution (C.A.R.) - Beth Webster jwebster2@gmail.com
Promotes training in patriotism and leadership for youth from birth to twenty-second birthday.
Commemorative Events Vacant
Coordinates the celebration of National Society and chapter observances.
Community Classroom - Vacant
Encourage Daughters’ support of teachers and students in local schools.
Community Service Awards - Diane Eads deeads@comcast.net
Recognizes worthy residents from various walks of life, who have contributed to their communities in a praiseworthy manner through civic and benevolent activities or acts of heroism.
Conservation - Joyce Hemphill
Encourages study of and participation in conservation efforts. Conservation may be community oriented through awards and projects in natural resources.
Constitution Week Vacant
Promotes special programs during the week of September 17-23 to inform and educate the public about the United States Constitution.
DAR Good Citizens - Robin Schroeder
Recognizes and awards senior high school students who exemplify the qualities of a good citizen. The chair should work with school administrators, visit area high schools and distribute materials.
DAR Leadership Training Vacant
Promotes and encourages chapter members to complete the free online Member Training Courses.
DAR Library Outreach Vacant
Fosters library volunteerism in our communities, including public libraries, school libraries, genealogical research centers, historical society libraries, and VA center libraries.
DAR Magazine - Cathey Bercaw
Submits one article per calendar year pertaining to our chapter anniversary and/or service in the DAR mission areas of historic preservation, education, and patriotism for the State & Chapter News section of dar.org
DAR Project Patriot Vacant
Supports America’s service personnel in current conflicts abroad, by sending comfort items and other requested items.