SERVICE

Members of the Lansing Chapter contribute their time and talents to a number of civic and public-interest activities.  Members participate in the Coalition for Literacy; the American Red Cross; conservation programs; programs to assist hospitalized veterans; programs to assist the Kate Duncan Smith DAR School (Alabama), the Tamassee DAR School (South Carolina), and schools serving Native American communities.

In 1997 we rededicated a bronze marker commemorating the site of the first state capitol building in downtown Lansing.  We were also instrumental in ensuring the preservation of the historic Barnes House, which had served as a stage coach stop on the Old Plank Road between Lansing and Detroit. 

We also seek out local businesses and individuals who display a patriotic attitude, and unselfishly and unknowingly supplement the goals of the DAR, i.e., promote education, preserve history, and to encourage patriotism.  For example:

In 2004, the “Outstanding Teacher of American History” award was presented to Jeffrey T. Smith of Haslett High School.

Each year, as many as 28 high school seniors from the Lansing area are recognized as DAR Good Citizens.

Certificates of Appreciation were presented to two local women, Donna Six and Virginia Mary, who donated several hundred handmade mittens and hand towels to support DAR-sponsored schools.