The Revolutionary War Graves 
Preservation (Support) Committee

The Virginia SAR’s Revolutionary War Graves Support Committee proudly serves as the administrative agent of the Revolutionary War Graves Preservation Program, a heartfelt initiative sponsored by the Virginia Department of Historic Resources (DHR).

This unique program offers financial support to cemetery associations across the Commonwealth that care for and maintain the resting places of American Revolutionary War patriots buried in Virginia. By joining this effort, you help ensure that these sacred sites are preserved with dignity for generations to come.

What You Can Do

Compatriots and volunteers:

  • Locate Revolutionary War graves not yet enrolled in the program.
  • Complete the required enrollment form with the signature of an authorized cemetery official.
  • Submit form(s) to the committee chair for review and acceptance.
  • Help cemeteries receive $5.00 annually per enrolled grave to assist with long-term maintenance.

The Committee also:

Earn Recognition

Virginia SAR Patriot Graves Preservation Medal in purple ribbon suspending a bronze medallion with purple outer ring encircling the image of winged angle looking over a Patriot gravestone After enrolling ten qualified graves, a compatriot is awarded the prestigious Virginia SAR Patriot Graves Preservation Medal — a bronze medallion suspended from a purple ribbon, symbolizing noble service and remembrance.

Receive oak leaf clusters for every additional 10 graves you enroll.

Go Even Further

This program may also provide funding for:

  • Installation or repair of gravestones and monuments
  • Restoration of damaged patriot graves (As approved by the Committee)

For assistance or to begin your enrollment, contact the Committee Chairman today. Let’s work together to honor those who gave us the gift of freedom.

 This program isn't just about funding—it's a movement to protect the memory of our nation’s founders. Be a part of something meaningful. Help keep their stories alive.

Committee (effective 25 Feb 2025)

  • Co-Chair: Dale E. Corey (Col. James Wood II)
  • Co-Chair: Dwight B. Spangler (Culpeper Minutemen)
  • Hon. Jon T. Rymer (Fairfax Resolves)
  • Eric H. Monday, Esq (Fincastle Resolutions)