MEMBERSHIP
Membership Information & Applications
MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION
Membership Eligibility:
The National Society Descendants of American Farmers (NSDOAF) warmly welcomes 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 and July 4, 1914.
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A “farmer” is defined broadly to include anyone who worked within the agricultural industry—whether as a:
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Farmer or rancher
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Farm hand or laborer
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Farm owner or manager
Please note: An ancestor may still qualify as a farmer even if they held another profession, as long as evidence supports agricultural involvement during the qualifying period.
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The most common form of documentation is a census record listing the ancestor’s occupation as farmer, which fulfills the requirement for verification.
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Membership inquiries are always welcome, and an invitation to apply may be extended by the President National. NSDOAF is proud to be an inclusive organization and does not discriminate on any basis.
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On behalf of the National Executive Board, thank you for being part of NSDOAF’s mission to honor America’s agricultural legacy. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us—we’re here to help.
Download Membership Interest Form
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Download Membership Application
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Download Membership Fees Schedule
MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES
Regular Membership: ages 40 years+
See Fees Schedule for current dues/fees
Super Senior Membership: age 80+
Beginning March 10, 2020, see Fees Schedule for current dues/fees.
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Junior Membership : ages 18 to 40 years
no difference in dues - classification only.
Youth Membership: ages birth to 18
fee $150 at application, at the age 18 additional $150 to convert to regular life membership.
Memorial Membership: Allows members to recognize their deceased parents and/or grandparents. Fee $150 and includes a grave marker. Funds from Memorial Memberships go directly to scholarships for higher education in agriculture.
Membership Applications
VIDEO: How to fill out the NSDOAF Membership Application
Watch the video above to learn, first hand, how to fill out the NSDOAF Membership Application. Video includes information on acceptable proofs, as well as other information.
NSDOAF Membership Applications are PDFs and require Adobe PDF Reader to open and view.
Instructions:
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1) Download form(s)
2) SAVE form to your computer in an easy to remember folder or to your desktop
3) Open the saved form from the saved location on your computer to complete your application
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NOTE: YOU MUST DOWNLOAD the form and save it to your computer FIRST. Otherwise, any information you type into the application will be lost. Please contact us for any questions.
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Download and READ the Application Instructions.
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PAY MEMBERSHIP FEE ONLINE
If you would like to submit your application and proofs digitally, and pay the membership fee online,
Please download and read the Application Instructions, which applies to all NSDOAF Membership Applications:
NO STAPLES ON APPLICATIONS
DO NOT FOLD APPLICATIONS
Application
LONG FORM
Version 2.04 (pdf)
Application Instructions
Application
SHORT FORM
Version 1.20 (pdf)
Application Instructions
MEMORIAL
(Posthumus Membership)
Version 1.9 (pdf)
Application Instructions
SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATIONS
Members who wish to do a supplemental application, please visit the Members' Website. There you will be able to download the supplemental application forms and find information on supplemental fees as well as instructions on how to submit a supplemental application online.
PAY MEMBERSHIP FEE ONLINE
If you would like to submit your application and proofs digitally, and pay the membership fee online,