Founded in 1890, the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR or DAR) is a vibrant women's volunteer service organization.  DAR is headquartered in Washington, D.C., with chapters located across the country and around the world.  The mission of DAR is to promote patriotism, preserve American history, and secure America's future through better education for children. DAR is a non-profit, non-political organization.