National Society Descendants of American Farmers
July 4, 1776 - July 4, 1914
Welcome!
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.
Military Tribute
Honoring our members who have served in the armed forces of the United States of America.
Thank you for your service!
VIRTUAL 5K
Join us for the kickoff of our inaugural Virtual 5K Race! Proceeds to benefit the NSDOAF Scholarship Fund
Agricultural Educator Honors
Do you know a FFA or 4H educator or instructor who deserves to be recognized?
Farmer Stories
Members of NSDOAF share personal family farming stories that have been passed down through the generations.
“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.
60% of the one-time membership fee
goes directly to the
NSDOAF Scholarship Fund!
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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
John Beard
1st Vice
President National
2nd Vice
President National
Rosalind Grenfell
3rd Vice
President National
Jan Johnpier
4th Vice
President National
William Martin
5th Vice
President National
Sandy Bassett
Chaplain National
Geni Sauro Holmes
Recording
Secretary National
Ora Jane Johnson
Corresponding
Secretary National
Cindy Johnson-Sakuma
Assistant Corresponding Secretary National
Mary-Claire Beard
Treasurer National
Davena Liepman
Registrar National
Cynthia Byxbee
Historian National
Lory Fraraccio-Kenney
Librarian National
Maureen Tipton
Curator National
Wayne Courreges Jr.
Counselor National
Michelle Hubenschmidt
Counselor National
Beverly Schuele
Counselor National
Martha Hilton
Parliamentarian
Appointed
Remington Rooster
Mascot
ADVISORS
Pamela Rouse Wright
National Advisor
Ann Farmer Bryant
National Advisor
