The Fort Necessity Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) held a community‑focused fundraiser on Sept. 25 at the Historic Summit Inn in Farmington. The event, dubbed “Give Like Dolly Day,” celebrated the generosity of country music icon Dolly Parton and encouraged members and guests to make charitable contributions.
Local donations and national outreach
Participants contributed to the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, a program that provides free books to young children, and donated books for several Little Free Libraries scattered throughout the area. In addition, the chapter gathered feminine care products to distribute to women in need within the community.
Extending the spirit of giving beyond state lines, the DAR also prepared gift cards for the Colville Tribe in Washington state. The tribe’s Cedar Fund will use the cards to aid families who lost 43 homes in recent wildfires, illustrating how a small Pennsylvania community can help a distant Native American nation recover from disaster.
About the National Society DAR
Founded in 1890, the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution promotes historic preservation, education and patriotism across the United States. Membership is open to any woman 18 years or older who can prove lineal descent from a Patriot of the American Revolution, regardless of race, religion or ethnic background. The organization’s mission aligns with the values of faith, family and liberty that many local residents hold dear.
Community response
Local residents praised the event for its blend of heritage celebration and practical aid. “It’s wonderful to see our DAR chapter honoring Dolly Parton’s spirit of generosity while also supporting our own libraries and women’s health,” said Connie Sagosky, one of the event’s organizers. Attendees noted that the fundraiser not only raised tangible items but also reinforced a sense of shared responsibility and neighborly care.
Photographs from the day show members and guests smiling beside tables of donated books, boxes of feminine care supplies, and the gift cards destined for the Colville Tribe. The gathering highlighted the DAR’s continued relevance in modern civic life, proving that historic organizations can still make a meaningful impact on today’s challenges.
Looking ahead
The Fort Necessity Chapter plans to host additional service projects throughout the year, focusing on youth literacy, historic preservation and support for families facing hardship. By linking local action with broader humanitarian efforts, the DAR demonstrates how community service rooted in patriotic tradition can bridge gaps between small‑town America and distant communities in need.
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