Issaqueena Chapter earns statewide recognition at DAR conference

The Issaqueena Chapter, NSDAR, brought home multiple awards from the South Carolina State Conference in Columbia this March, a reflection of both the chapter’s collective success and the dedication of its members.

“I’m so proud of what our chapter has accomplished together,” said Stephanie Bowen, regent of Issaqueena Chapter, NSDAR. “These recognitions reflect not only our shared commitment, but also the individual passion each member brings.”
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Chapter Awards
The Issaqueena Chapter received the following honors for collective achievements:

• Outstanding Bells Across America Event – 2025
  Constitution Week Committee Certificate of Recognition
• Most DAR Finders Forms Submitted to SAR – 2nd Place
  DAR/SAR/SR Relations Committee
• Outstanding Service for DAR Service for Veterans
  DAR Service for Veterans Committee
• Outstanding Service for DAR/SAR/SR Relations
• Honorable Mention for chapter newsletter “Issaqueena Chatter”
• Outstanding Service for Commemorative Events
  Commemorative Events Committee
• Outstanding Service for Membership
  Membership Committee
• American Heritage Committee Special Recognition Award
• Community Service Recognition
  The chapter was also recognized during the conference for exceeding the state’s expectations in reported community service hours by an impressive 301% — an especially notable achievement for a chapter of Issaqueena’s size and age.

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Individual Awards
Several members were recognized for their outstanding individual contributions:

• Deb Crenshaw-Nygro
  Photography “Picture Our Patriotic Spirit Winner – Holiday Category”
  Photography “Picture Our Patriotic Spirit Winner – Flag Category”
• Susu Wallace
  Outstanding Service for American Indians Committee
• Karen Petit
  Certificate of Recognition – Lafayette Welcome Back Ball
  (Franco-American Memorial Committee)
• Jean Kroll
  New Horizons Course Completion Certificate

The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) is committed to preserving our nation’s history, supporting education, and promoting patriotism through meaningful service. At the local level, chapters like Issaqueena bring these values to life through community involvement, veteran support, and educational outreach. To learn more about the Issaqueena Chapter and how to get involved, visit www.issaqueena-dar.org