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Founded in 2019, the National Society Descendants of American Farmers is a non-profit, non-political organization for descendants of American farmers who were living within the present boundaries of the contiguous continental states of the United States of America between July 4, 1776 - July 4, 1914 . Whether you are currently a member of the NSDOAF, a prospective member, or you are trying to learn more about the Society, this website will hopefully give you the information you are seeking. Please click on the links that are most relevant to you.
“I had rather be on my farm,
than be emperor of the world.”
-George Washington
The Father of our country, thought of himself first, as a farmer!
NSDOAF 1776-1914
MEMBERSHIP
Membership is open to men, women, and children of ALL ages who are lineal descendants of a farmer living within the present boundaries of the United States between July 4, 1776 – July 4, 1914.
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60% of the one-time membership fee
goes directly to the
NSDOAF Scholarship Fund!
Make new friends, honor your farming ancestors!
SCHOLARSHIPS
About this Scholarship:
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Scholarship is specific to higher education students majoring in an Agricultural field of study.
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Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
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A written essay is required (topic will be given)
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A personal interview may be required
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Students may reapply each year that they are in school
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Deadline to apply is August 1st and January 1st, annually
ABOUT US
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To identify and honor the memory of our ancestors who were farmers that were living within the present boundaries of the United States of America between July 4, 1776 - July 4, 1914
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To collect and preserve records, documents, and relics pertaining to the history and genealogy of such “farmers”
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To produce and distribute publications relating to the history and genealogy of such farmers
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To encourage study and inspire an appreciation of the rural and country life led by our ancestors
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To engage in related educational, historical, genealogical, patriotic, literary, and social activities.
LATEST NEWS
Meet the Society Officers
Janisue Rigel
President National
Jan Johnpier
Vice President National
Renee Hamilton
Vice President National
William Martin
Vice President National
Sandy Bassett
Chaplain National
Geni Sauro Holmes
Recording Secretary National
Beverly Schuele
Corresponding Secretary National
Mary-Claire Beard
Treasurer National
Davina Liepman
Registrar National
John Beard
Counselor National
Special Appointments
Martha Hilton
Parliamentarian
Pat Thibodeau
Executive Assistant to the President National
Debbie Hansen
Assistant Recording Secretary
Cindy Johnson-Sakuma
Assistant Corresponding Secretary
ADVISORY BOARD
Pamela Rouse Wright
National Advisor
Ann Farmer Bryant
National Advisor
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Advisor to the President National
Bill Griffith
National Advisor
