Massachusetts Society
The Order of Founders and Patriots of America
Membership
Any man of the age of 18 years, of good moral character and reputation, and a citizen of the United States, who is lineally descended, in the male line of either parent, from an ancestor who settled in any of the colonies now included in the United States of America prior to May 13, 1657; and one or all of whose intermediate ancestors in the same line, who lived in the period of the American Revolution, from 1775 to 1783, adhered as patriots to the cause of the colonies, shall be eligible for membership in the Order. Members are called Associates.
In addition, any man as described above is qualified for membership upon proving that his father or either grandfather was qualified, even though they may not themselves have become Associates. Male descendants of any Associate are also qualified to become members.
In each instance, however, membership is based upon proof of lineage to the satisfaction of the Registrar General and approval of an application for membership by a State Society.
How to Join
Anyone who believes that he is eligible and is interested in filing an application for membership should contact an Associate of the Order or complete the application form. Your inquiry will be forwarded to the appropriate person, who will provide details relative to the filing of an application and the fees and dues structure.
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