The Anne Loucks Chapter has had a rich history since the organization was formed November 18, 1927 by Emma Kester Wilcox as California Chapter #68. The Chapter was named for a granddaughter of a Revolutionary War soldier. Anne Loucks was a pioneer settler in Pacheco in 1851, where her husband became a leading merchant. Their daughter, Annie, was twice Regent of the Chapter. Their son's granddaughter, Mary Loucks Olsen, was a member until her death in early 2007. Members from the San Joaquin Chapter in Pittsburgh, California merged with Anne Loucks members on 10 October 1998. Members from the Edmund Randolph Chapter in Richmond, California merged with Anne Loucks members on 2 July 2002.

Most members of the Anne Loucks Chapter are from the Diablo and San Ramon Valley areas of Contra Costa County, but local residency is not a requirement for membership in any chapter. There are other chapters found throughout the state.

All applicants must be no less than 18 years of age. She must prove lineal blood line descent from an ancestor who aided in achieving American Independence. She must provide documentation for each statement of birth, marriage, and death. This shall include the applicant's birth certificate naming her parents.

Members between the ages of 18 and 35 are Junior Members. Junior members are the future of DAR. A very important function of a Junior member is that of a page at the various CSSDAR state meetings and convention as well as NSDAR Continental Congress.

When We Meet

• Anne Loucks Chapter meetings are held the second Saturday of the month, September through May, at 11:00 a.m. For information on where we meet, please contact us.
• Each regular meeting includes the DAR Ritual, President General's Message, a three-minute National Defense Report, program, luncheon and business meeting.
• Guests are always welcome!