The following are the eligibility requirements under the National Bylaws to become a member of the National Society of the Children of the American Revolution.

"Any boy or girl under the age of twenty-two is eligible for membership in the National Society of the Children of the American Revolution who is lineally descended from a man or woman who, with unfailing loyalty, rendered material aid to the cause of American Independence as a soldier, sailor, civil officer, or recognized patriot in one of the several Colonies or States, or of the United States, provided that the applicant is personally acceptable to the Society." (Article III, National Bylaws)

Please click on the button below for the most current application and fees associated with joining C.A.R. You can also find information about local societies if you do not reside in the Abilene TX area.