davey jackson Chapter
jackson, Wyoming
Training new leaders Since 1977
T he Davey Jackson Chapter, located in Jackson, Wyoming, was established on December 9, 1977, by Regent Erin Muths with 13 members present. Our chapter is named after David (Davey) E. Jackson, a fur trader who came west from Missouri in the early 1800s to trap beaver in this area. The town of Jackson is also named after him.
Our Chapter is a diverse group of women of all different ages and backgrounds. We share a common bond in that we each have one or more ancestors who provided civil, military or patriotic service during the American Revolutionary War.
Our members serve as volunteers in many community organizations which include veterans, schools, senior groups, hospitals, churches, scouts, the library, genealogy classes, and U.S. Naturalization Ceremonies for new citizens. We work to uphold the objectives of the DAR National Society to promote patriotism, preserve American history, and secure America’s future through better education. We have 61 members, 14 associate members, and many prospective members working on their applications.
Jackson, Wyoming
Gateway to the
Grand Teton National Park
and
Yellowstone National Park
Scholarships, History & Schools
Thanks to the Old Bill’s Community Foundation in Jackson, the Chapter awards number of scholarships each spring. The Community Foundation matches funds donated each September at the Old Bill’s Fun Run. Amounts raised and awarded to the high school seniors who will be attending college total between $5,500 to $8,300 each year. An annual prompt is provided by the chapter and all High School seniors are invited to write an essay connecting historic facts and their personal knowledge. The entries are judge on content, quality, and composition. The scholarship money is coordinated with the Fund for Public Education and the student’s college.
We also recognize the following:
Good Citizen Awards
Outstanding Teacher of American History
American History Contest High School
American History Contest Grades 5-8
Outstanding Community Service Award
Americanism Committee
Naturalization Ceremonies
The Davey Jackson Chapter partners with the Federal Courts, U. S. Immigration, and the Grand Teton National Park every year to welcome new U. S. citizens. Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center was the setting for a moving ceremony that welcomed 31 new citizens in August 2023.
Federal Court Judge Rankin provided a moving presentation emphasizing the process for obrtaining citizenship and the responsibilities of all citizens. A soccial hour following the ceremony allows the new citizens to mingle and enjoy the moment with their families.
Nancy F., (Lt.) Chairman of the Americanism Committee coordinated the social hour. Two hundred American Flags were provided to the attendees. Our chapter thanks the many local businesses that donated food to this wonderful celebration. Lynn M., (rt.) serves as the Chapter Regent.
The Davey Jackson Chapter Americanism Committee
They are joined by two Children of the American Revolution, Snake River Society, members.
What a joy it was to listen to the stories of the new citizens. Their smiles say it all.
Judge Rankin personally awarded each citizen their naturalization papers.
The National Park rangers assisted wtih the social and program.
Near the end of the program, Judge Rankin called all of the children in the audience to the stage for the last official part of the ceremony.
He asked the children to lead the new citizens for the first times in the Pledge of Allegiance to their new country, the United States of America.
What a special moment for the entire audience!
President Biden welcomed the new citizens.
In February 2016, the chapter was awarded the
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