Honor Your Heritage. Serve with Purpose.

How to Join

Membership in the United Daughters of the Confederacy® is by invitation, open to females 16 years of age and older who can trace their blood lineage, lineal or collateral, to a Confederate ancestor who served honorably in the military or civil service of the Confederate States of America (CSA) or supported the cause during the War Between the States. We also welcome associate members, including men and women, who share in our mission.

To begin the application process:

  1. Contact our Business Office for assistance. For membership inquiries, please include your city and state of residence so we can direct you to your nearest chapter. Membership is by invitation thru a local chapter.
  2. Gather genealogical documentation proving your lineage from a Confederate.
  3. Submit a completed application and lineage form with supporting records.

UDC members enjoy fellowship, shared purpose, and opportunities for leadership, community involvement, and historical exploration.