NSSAR Award Programs

The National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution (NSSAR) offers a wide array of awards, medals, and certificates. These recognitions are primarily designed to honor SAR members for distinguished service, celebrate public service and heroism, recognize military veterans, and promote youth programs in local communities. As an NSSAR member, the DESSAR offers many of these awards, medals, and certificates at the State and Chapter levels.

Key SAR Awards and Medals

• Gold/Silver Good Citizenship Medals: Awarded to individuals for outstanding service to their community, state, or the nation, and for demonstrating the principles of good citizenship.
• Life Saving Medal: Awarded to civilians and emergency personnel who have acted to save a human life. [1]
• Service to Veterans Medal: Given to SAR members who provide voluntary assistance and support to military veterans

Youth Awards & Contests

• Arthur M. & Berdana King Eagle Scout Contest: Awards scholarships to outstanding Eagle Scouts.
• George S. & Stella M. Knight Essay Contest: An essay competition for high school students regarding the American Revolution.
• Joseph S. Rumbaugh Historical Oration Contest: Encourages high schoolers to deliver an original oration about the Revolutionary War.
• Americanism Elementary School Poster Contest: For younger students to explore American history through art.