There are five Chapters in the Colorado Society Son's of the American Revolution. These are organized geographically to cover the state. COSSAR Members may be At Large members or belong to a Chapter of their choosing. Below are the five chapters, click on each to learn more:
We work closely with our communities to keep alive the
Patriotic ideals for our ancestors who fought and died in the American Revolution.
Castle Rock Chapter
The Castle Rock Chapter, Chartered 6 October 2018, covers the south-east Denver Metro area - south Aurora, east Greenwood Village, Lonetree, east Centennial, Parker, Castle Pines, and Castle Rock.
Greetings, Compatriots and Visitors to our website! We are the newest chapter in COSSAR, founded October 6, 2018. Our membership encompasses the south and southeast areas of the Denver metroplex: South Aurora, Greenwood Village, Lone Tree, Centennial, Castle Pines, Parker and Castle Rock. We are an enthusiastic, dynamic new chapter with 50 members and another 22 prospective members’ applications in process.
Our 2022 objectives are:
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Encourage member participation—especially our new members, developing an atmosphere of welcoming cordiality and collegiality at all meetings.
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Promote enthusiastic prospective member outreach efforts.
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Increase participation in both chapter and state events including veterans’ events, commemoration events, youth education, Scouts, ROTC and Jr. ROTC, and Patriot Chest presentations for school/civic/church/heritage groups.
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Active involvement in chapter and statewide efforts for celebration of the America 250 events.
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Participate with DAR chapters throughout the area in joint events of common interest, as well as DAR familiarization with SAR.
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Support state and local CAR chapters in new member acquisitions and activities.
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Develop a strategic plan to increase Chapter visibility throughout the area through media and active representation and participation in civic events.
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Promote membership education on patriotic history through interesting, thought-provoking programs.
We look forward to an exciting year. Please feel free to attend our meetings—we love visitors!
Castle Rock Chapter President Hilton G Martin
2023 Officers
President...................... Hilton G Martin
Vice President..............Peter Lubbers
Secretary.....................Everett Thomas
Treasurer.....................Roland Rexroth
Registrar......................Roland Rexroth
Genealogist................Rudi Nuissl
Historian.....................Don Shattuck
Chaplain.....................John Wilson
Chapter BOM member.....Pete Lubbers
Chapter Contact.......Hilton G Martin, hiltonmartin@yahoo.com
Pete Lubbers, mr.lubes@q.com
Speakers Bureau.......Wayne Snodgrass wsinmd@comcast.net
Longs Peak Chapter
On behalf of the Longs Peak Chapter of the Colorado Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, thank you for visiting our page.
Our chapter was chartered on October 8th, 1995, and since then has grown to nearly 100 members. We meet monthly and are an active and dynamic membership - hosting a range of historical and genealogical speakers across topics including contemporary interpretation of the U.S. Constitution, discussion of significant cultural and historical events tied to the Revolutionary War, the Civil War and the 20th Century, Native American history, Westward Expansion, and regularly recognize the contributions made by our veterans.
Geographically, we represent Colorado from the Denver Metro Area north to the Wyoming border, and incorporate activities with other historical and genealogical societies including the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and the Children of the American Revolution (CAR).
Our community outreach involves school districts, the Boy Scouts of America (BSA), the Veterans Administration (VA), ROTC/JROTC programs, and local patriotic events such as Veterans Day and Independence Day parades and festivals. And we host a one-of-a-kind hands-on experience called Patriot’s Chest, which introduces local middle-schoolers and others to what it was like for Continental Army and State Militia volunteers who were directly involved in the U.S. War for Independence.
If you, a family member, or neighbor are interested in U.S. History or becoming prospective member, please join us at our chapter meetings to learn more about our society, chapter, and membership in the Sons of the American Revolution. Those attending display an ardent desire to promote patriotism, education, civic participation, and genealogy.
If you have any questions regarding the Longs Peak Chapter of COSSAR, please contact any of our officers. They stand ready to assist you in getting involved or in becoming a member of our organization.
President, Longs Peak Chapter.
2023 Chapter Officers and Contacts
President:.....................Dennis L. Hopper
Vice President:.............Robert D. Cassiday
Recording Secretary: Delbert Ritchhart - dritch37@gmail.com
Treasurer:.....................Richard Doty - rdotycpa@gmail.com
Chaplain:......................Lou DaHarb
Registrar:......................Denny Hopper - dhopper@q.com
Historian:......................James T. Heydt
ByLaws &Resolutions Robert D. Cassiday
Nominations:................Robert D. Cassiday
Awards:..........................Bryan G. Criswell
Programs/Events:.........Jason D. Deselms
Veterans Outreach:......Calvin S. Achey
Education :....................George A. Smith
Social Media:..............TBA
Chapter Contact/General Inquiries:
George Smith, sarguy01@gmail.com, 303-880-1253
Pikes Peak Chapter
About the Chapter
The chapter was chartered 5 May 1984. The chapters first President was Carl T. Chilcott. The chapter covers southern Front Range Colorado to Pueblo. The Pikes Peak Chapter has a very active Color Guard dressed in Revolutionary period dress and firearms and marches in several parades a year. The chapter annually presents to the Fire Dept. and Police Dept. Medals of Commendation for public service, Flag Display Certificates and Certificates of Appreciation for Patriotic Service to the community.
2023 Chapter President James Latham
Message from the Chapter President
I am very pleased about being able to represent my ancestors in such a manner as to be part of a team of honorable men. It will not be an easy fight but is necessary and honorable. I appreciate your support and may we step forward to do our duty. May God and Patriots continue to fight for our country.
Chapter Goals for 2023:
1. Membership
a. Gain access to a membership pamphlet for new members of the SAR. Possibly provide tutors for new members
b. Attempt to increase membership through community outreach and positive publicity
c. Seek out members to give brief presentations
2. Communication
a. Highlight chapter activities worthy of note at the National level
b. Encourage members to research and submit biographical information regarding their Patriot ancestor
c. Maintain regular c communications with membership
3. Community Outreach
a. Continued emphasis on veteran's outreach programs and support activities
b. Grow our Patriot Chest Program and education outreach with local schools
c. Sustain and grow our already strong Eagle Scout Program
4. Finding
a. Operate within the chapter's approved annual budget
b. Continue the "Ben Franklin Table" segment of our meetings
c. Provide opportunities for membership to champion specific NSSAR programming of interest to them
Jim Latham
President Pikes Peal Chapter
2023 Elected Officers:
President..........................Jim Latham
Vice President..................Thom Moore
Recording Secretary........Richard Riepe, Riepe88@Comcast.net
Treasurer .........................Jim Brown
Registrar...........................Emory Neal
Chancellor........................L.E."Gene" Cheney
Chaplain...........................Steve Williams
Historian...........................Dave Niedringhaus
CHAPTER COMMITTEE CHAIRMEN for 2023
A. Awards - Compatriot Jim Barker
B. Membership - Compatriot Emory Neal
C. By-Laws and Constitution - Compatriot Richard Riepe
D. Resolutions - Compatriot Richard Riepe
E. DAR/CAR Liaison - Compatriot Gene Cheney
F. JROTC/ROTC - Compatriot Richard Riepe
G. Color Guard /Patriot Chest - Compatriot David Mann
H. Flag Committee - Don Hatch
I. Education Committee - Compatriot Jerry Stubben
J. Chapter Newsletter - Compatriot TBA
K. Eagle Scouts - Compatriots John McFarland
L. Veteran's Committee - Compatriot Scott Tanner
(1) Veterans Committee (2) Veterans Recognition (3) Patriotic Outreach
M. Nominating Committee -ON CALL TBA
N. Budget Committee – Compatriot Jim Brown
O. Website Committee - David Mann
Chapter Contact:
David Mann - dtmann@q.com
Goals
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Enhance programs to increase membership applications and participation
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Chapter publicity program & Guest attendance at Chapter functions
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Continue to enhance Chapter funding & Actively seek funding contributions from members
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Sustain Ben Franklin Table Anchor Items and fundraising
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Expand corporate sponsorship options
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Sustain Veteran’s Outreach Program
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Sustain DAR/CAR liaison and activity via Chapter liaison
Expand and enhance family communication and involvement
Pikes Peak Color Guard
Pikes Peak Color Guard with along with Colorado Military History Group at the Wreaths Across America Ceremony Dec. 18 at the Pikes Peak National Cemetery
Pike’s Peak Chapter 2023 Calendar
Sat, 7 Jan Chapter Annual Meeting DoubleTree Hotel 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Colorado Springs
NO February Chapter Meeting – Encourage attendance at annual COSSAR GW Luncheon
Sat, 11 Mar Chapter Meeting DoubleTree Hotel 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Colorado Springs
Sat, 1 Apr Chapter Meeting Doubletree Hotel 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Colorado Springs, CO
Sat. 8 Apr Host for COSSAR BOM Meeting Double Tree Hotel 11:00AM-3:00PM
Mountain View Room
Colorado Springs
Sat. 15 Apr Chapter Meeting Doubletree Hotel 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Colorado Springs, CO
Sat, 13 May Chapter Meeting Doubletree Hotel 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Colorado Springs, CO
June Summer Break - No Chapter Meeting
July Summer Break - No Chapter Meeting
August Summer Break - No Chapter Meeting
Sat, 19 Aug Chapter BOM Meeting Doubletree Hotel 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM Planning Meeting Colorado Springs, CO
Sat, 16 Sep Chapter Meeting Doubletree Hotel 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Colorado Springs, CO
Sat, 14 Oct Chapter Meeting Doubletree Hotel 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Colorado Springs, CO
Sat, 18 Nov Chapter Meeting Doubletree Hotel 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Colorado Springs, CO
Sat, 09 Dec Bill of Rights Luncheon Doubletree Hotel 11:00 AM – 2:00PM
Colorado Springs, CO
2024
Sat, 6 Jan 2024 Chapter Annual Meeting Doubletree Hotel 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Colorado Springs, CO
Pikes Peak Chapter New Member Manual
A Comprehensive manual covering all aspects of being a member of National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, Colorado State Society and the Pikes Peak Chapter
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We work closely with our communities to keep alive the
Patriotic ideals for our ancestors who fought and died in the American Revolution.
Mount Evans Chapter
The Colorado Society of the SAR saw its first meeting on July 4, 1896 in Denver, near present day 16th and California Streets. The Mt. Evans Chapter, covering the Denver metro area and Central Front Range of Colorado specifically, was chartered on July 27, 1985. Currently, the Chapter numbers approximately 120 living descendants of the Colonial Militiamen, Continental Line Soldiers and Patriots who founded the United States of America.
With an annual meeting in January, we also meet near April 19 to recognize Patriots Day, near September 17 to commemorate the Constitution and near December 15 to celebrate the Bill of Rights. Chapter programs are dedicated to the encouragement of patriotism, education of our youth and sustaining the vision of our Patriot ancestors. Recognizing the importance of our area youth, we support and maintain an active educational role in Front Range Schools through the Patriot Chest program, while joining COSSAR efforts to honor outstanding ROTC Cadets, JROTC Cadets and Eagle Scouts. We encourage both Adult, as well as Youth Registrations for male family members under the age of 18.
Members of the Chapter were instrumental in originating the idea and lobbying the Colorado Legislature to recognize April 19 as a perpetual Patriots Day. This day coincides with the attack on Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1775 and the firing of the “Shot heard ‘round the world” at Concord Bridge
2023 OFFICERS
President...............................Gerald "Chip" Dawes
Vice President........................Michael Sean Eaton
Secretary...............................Curt Ledall
Treasurer...............................Mike Coyner
Registrar................................Jacques Newey and William Stark
Chaplain.................................Robert Hampton
Historian................................Denis Meade
COMMITTEE CHAIRS
Awards Chair..........................Curt Ledall
Program Chair..........................Michael Eaton
Membership Chair...................Jacques Newey
Budget Chair............................Mike Coyner
Eagle Scout Chair....................Levi DeBoer
JROTC Chair............................Chapter
Flag Certificate/Veterans Chair..............Mike Coyner
Patriot Chest Chair..................Bob Guy
Website Liaison........................Curt Ledall
Newsletter/Publicity...............Wally Weart
Color Guard Liaison..................Mike Coyner
C.A.R. Liaison...........................Brad Balow
D.A.R. Liaison...........................Susie Weart
Veterans....................................Chapter
ADVISORS
Past President.........Bill Valentine
Past President.........Steve DeBoer
Chapter Contacts
Rob Hampton, robert.hampton@protonmail.com
Stuart Prather, swp@a-gunner.com
Chapter Contacts
Chip Dawes, Chipdawes@fastmail.fm
Michael Sean Eaton, michaelseaneaton@icloud.com
Contact the Mt. Evans Patriot Chest Chairman Bob Dye at rrguy@ outlook.com to request a presentation
Meeting schedule for the remainder of the year:
March 4th BOM Meeting
March 25th Chapter Meeting
May 6th BOM Meeting
May 20th Chapter Meeting
September 9th BOM Meeting
September 16th Chapter Meeting
November 4th BOM Meeting
November 18th Chapter Meeting
Chapter meetings are at the Golden Corral, 3677 S Santa Fe Dr, Englewood, CO 80110
Time: Meeting 9am-11am. Come at 8am for breakfast.
BOM meetings are at The Corner Bakery, 1601 Mayberry Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129.
Time: 8am to 10:00am. Come at 7:30am for breakfast.
Patriot Research System
Want to learn more about your patriot? Enter your name in the search bar below and click the Return key on your keyboard. A new page will appear with basic information about your SAR membership. Click on the URL to connect to the National SAR Patriot Research System. There, you will find information about your patriot ancestor such as their rank, the unit(s) in which they served, biography, and, genealogical data - including all SAR members connected to the patriot and much, much more!
Grand Mesa Chapter
The Grand Mesa Chapter, chartered 12 October 1996, covers the Western Slope of the Colorado Rocky Mountains from the Northern to the Southern borders of the state. We march in parades in Grand Junction and other areas several times a year and have other presences in the public. Our Chapter welcomes new members. If you would like any assistance in the application process to prove your lineage back to a Revolutionary War Patriot Ancestor, please get in touch with our Chapter Contact below who will be most happy to lend you assistance.
2023 Grand Mesa Officers
President . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mark E. Brewer
Vice President . . . . . . . . . Garry W. Brewer
Secretary . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thomas R. Hoffman
Treasurer . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ed Foster
Registrar . . . . . . . . . . . . . COSSAR Registrar
Chaplain . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gary E. Parrott
#Contact Chapter Officers at gmcossar@gmail.com.
Grand Mesa Chapter 2023 Events
Date Meeting Time Location Notes
21 Jan Annual Meeting 11:00am **Fiesta Guadalajara, 710 North Ave, Grand Junction
28 Jan COSSAR BOM 1000-1400 Hope United Methodist Church 5101 S. Dayton Greenwood Village, CO
Mt. Evans Chapter, no lunch
4 Feb COSSAR George Washington Luncheon Maggianos COSSAR
29 Mar Vietnam Veterans Day?
1 Apr COSSAR BOM 11:00am Mountain View Room at the Double Tree Hotel, Colorado Springs, CO Pikes Peak Chapter
3 Apr Quarterly Services 1:00pm Western Slope Veterans Cemetery
15 Apr Quarterly meeting 11:30am **Fiesta Guadalajara, 710 North Ave, Grand Junction
28 May Flag Retirement Ceremony 5:00pm Western Slope Veterans Cemetery
29 May Memorial Day 10:00am Western Slope Veterans Cemetery Memorial service
29 May Fleet Reserve Association, Float Wreaths 9:00am Blue Heron Boat Ramp, Colorado River
14 Jun Flag Day 11:00am Western Slope Veterans Cemetery
3 Jun COSSAR BOM Castle Rock Chapter
4 Jul Parade (SAR-DAR) 11:00am Downtown Grand Junction
3 Jul Quarterly Services 10:00am Western Slope Veterans Cemetery
15 Jul Chapter Picnic/Quarterly Meeting 11:00am With DAR
5 Aug COSSAR BOM 11:30am Fiesta Guadalajara, 710 North Ave, Grand Junction
Grand Mesa hosting
TBD Aug COSSAR Annual Picnic TBD COSSAR
11-17 Sep Constitution Week observance Noon Ringing of the bell on Main St. DAR
2 Oct Quarterly Services 1:00pm Western Slope Veterans Cemetery
7 OCT COSSAR BOM TBD Longs Peak Chapter
21 Oct Quarterly Meeting 11:30am **Fiesta Guadalajara, 710 North Ave, Grand Junction
11 Nov Veterans Day Parade 2:00pm Downtown Grand Junction
11 Nov Veterans Day Observance 11:00am Veterans Memorial, Fruita
15 Dec Bill of Rights Day
16 Dec Wreaths Across America 10:00am Western Slope Veterans Cemetery
20 Jan 2024 Grand Mesa Annual Meeting 11:30 AM **Fiesta Guadalajara, 710 North Ave, Grand Junction
Election of Officers
** Location is changeable.
Italic rows are COSSAR events.
Accomplishments desired by the Grand Mesa Chapter:
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COSSAR BOM in Grand Junction on 5 August 2023.
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Flag Certificates presented on or before Flag Day June 14, 2023. Present Flag Certificates to people and companies on the Western Slope outside the Grand Valley area.
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Continuing recording our attendance under the USS Stark contest report and will file with the State Awards Chairman.
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Continue the Americanize report for the Chapter.
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Continue the submission of the Chapter’s term plan for the Annual Directory.
Standing Committees: The Grand Mesa Chapter representatives.
Eagle Scout:
Grand Mesa Member: Ed Foster
Education:
Grand Mesa Member: Gary E Parrott
Publicity (and Newsletter):
Grand Mesa Member: Gary E Parrott
JROTC/ROTC:
Grand Mesa Member: Ed Foster
CHAPTER NEWSLETTER
Winter-Spring 2022-23