The National Society of the Children of the American Revolution, founded in 1895, is the oldest patriotic organization for youths in our country.   Membership is open to anyone who is lineally descended from a  patriot who provided aid in the War for Independence.  The age range is birth to twenty-two.  Meetings and activities are planned for all ages with special consideration given to younger members.        Members gain invaluable leadership experience in conducting meetings, following parliamentary procedures and standard protocol, serving as delegates and speaking before groups at local, state, and national conferences.  The responsibility and privilege of selecting officers helps members gain an understanding of the democratic process.         You can locate a local Society near you by using the State Society link found in the index Menu to the left. Click on "State Societies" and view local societies in Illinois.  You can  contact the Society president by clicking on the name of the Society of your choice. For more information contact the Illinois Senior State President at  contact illinoiscar@yahoo.com. "We shall pass this way on Earth but once, if there is any kindness we can show, or good act we can do, let us do it now, for we will never pass this way again."  Stephen Grellet