It’s That Time Again! Pay Your 2027 Dues Online

NJSSAR recently switched to a new online system for paying dues, run by a company called Zeffy. It can be a little tricky, so we’ve written out every step below with a picture of what you should see on your screen. If you get stuck at any point, please contact us — we’re happy to help.


Step 2

You need to select three separate items to pay your 2027 dues: National dues, State dues, and Chapter dues. At the top of the page, you’ll see this:

Top of the NJSSAR Zeffy payment page showing SAR National Dues and NJSSAR State Dues


Step 3

Click the “Add +” button for both SAR National Dues ($50) and NJSSAR State Dues ($30). Once you’ve done that, you’ll see this:

SAR National Dues and NJSSAR State Dues both added, showing quantity 1


Step 4

Next, scroll down the page until you see the Jockey Hollow Chapter listed. Don’t skip this step.

Jockey Hollow Chapter listing with Add + button, before adding


Step 5

As before, click “Add +” so the form now shows:

Jockey Hollow Chapter added, showing quantity 1


Step 6

Near the bottom of the screen, you should see a button that says “Continue (3)”. Make sure it says exactly that. If the number is anything other than 3, go back and check: you may not have selected all three dues (National, State, and Chapter), or you may have selected an extra chapter by mistake.

Continue (3) button at the bottom of the Zeffy page


Step 7

Be sure to select Jockey Hollow — that’s the only way we get credit for your membership. Please do not select any other chapter. (Right now there is no way to mark Jockey Hollow as your “primary” chapter — that’s a flaw in the system, not something you’re doing wrong.)


Step 8

After you click “Continue,” you’ll see a new screen. Please read the next few steps carefully — this is the most important part.

Full payment page showing National ID number field, phone number, order summary, and total


Step 9

You’ll need your National ID number. You can look it up here. This list is password-protected — the password was emailed to all members. If you didn’t receive that email, can’t find it, or can’t find your name on the list, please contact us and we’ll help.


Step 10

Enter your phone number.


Step 11

Under “Summary,” you should see three separate charges: SAR National, NJSSAR State, and Jockey Hollow Chapter dues. If you don’t see all three, stop and go back to the previous page.


Step 12

You’ll also see a section titled “Help keep Zeffy free for New Jersey Society, Sons of the American Revolution 💜 (optional).” This is asking if you’d like to leave an extra tip for Zeffy, the company that runs this payment website. That money does not go to SAR, NJSSAR, or our Chapter — it goes to Zeffy. Most members will want to click the dropdown menu and choose “Other.”

Zeffy tip dropdown open, showing 17%, 20%, 22%, and Other options


Step 13

After selecting “Other,” you’ll see a new box appear:

Other selected for the Zeffy tip, with a Contribution box and Total of USD 95.00


Step 14

Type 0 into that box, unless you’d like to give Zeffy an extra tip. The total at the bottom should then read “USD 95.00.”


Step 15

Finally, complete the “Payment Method” section with your card or bank information.


That’s it — you’re done! If anything on this page doesn’t match what you see on your screen, or you get stuck at any point, please contact us and we’ll walk you through it.

Jockey Hollow Chapter Holds Quarterly Meeting

The Jockey Hollow Chapter held its quarterly meeting on May 31, 2025 at The Exchange Restaurant in Rockaway, NJ. The lunch meeting began at 11:30 A.M. with special guest Chris Sands, President of NJSSAR.

Officer reports were delivered. President La Marca indicated volunteer help is needed for the following activities:

  • Grave Markings
  • Web Site Assistance (Newsroom)
  • Pomeroy Foundation Markers
  • Color Guard
  • Speakers Bureau
  • Education Committee
  • Liberty Tree

If you can help with any of these, please contact President La Marca.

The vote to ratify the newly prepared bylaws was conducted by ballot. The bylaws were ratified by the membership.

An update of the Wreaths Across America program was given, indicating that the chapters transferring its support to the First Presbyterian Church/ United Methodist Church Cemetery in Succasunna so that we can work with the Ferro Monte DAR Chapter that runs the program. Volunteers will be needed, with more information to come.

Initiation of the new Vice President, Michael Smilek, was done by President La Marca. President La Marca also initiated new members George Kirby and Jake Hays.

Compatriots were recognized with awards and medals for service to the chapter and community. Members were presented the awards by President La Marca or President Sands, followed by a hearty, “Huzzah, huzzah, huzzah!”

The fascinating featured presentation, “Cudjo ‘Jack’ Banquante: Newark’s Revolutionary War Soldier and First Black Businessman,” was delivered by special guest speaker Kofi Ayim. His enlightening speech recounted the remarkable life and indomitable spirit of Cudjo Banquante—who was born into Ghanaian royalty, sold into slavery, and later substituted for his master in the Revolutionary War. He fought gallantly in many major battles and, upon earning his freedom, was granted an acre of land. With this, he became Newark’s first documented Black businessman—at the age of seventy. Mr. Ayim spends his time in Newark and in Ghana and has authored three books.

NSSAR Raises Fees

Dear Jockey Hollow Chapter Compatriots:

Chapter President, Jeff La Marca, is attending the National SAR Congress in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. At this morning’s meeting, Delegates voted to increase fees; these increases appear below with the new fees written by hand. The vote was 127 in favor and 124 against. 

As mentioned previously, President La Marca holds leadership positions in two chapters – Jockey Hollow and the Washingtonburg Chapter in Pennsylvania (where he is the current first vice president). He was asked to serve as a Delegate for the Pennsylvania Society of the Sons of the American Revolution (PASSAR) and, therefore, had an opportunity to both speak and vote on this measure. 

As an official Delegate for PASSAR (and as the President of Jockey Hollow), Dr. La Marca spoke before the Congress and vehemently urged Delegates to vote against the proposed increase in fees: of course, he also voted against the increase.

Given the razor thin margin by which the vote passed, President La Marca would like to encourage all Jockey Hollow Chapter members who wish to make a difference to become involved. Next year’s Congress will be held in Connecticut.

Earn the America 250 Medals!

All Chapter compatriots are eligible to earn the America 250 Medals for participating in SAR activities. Each time you attend an event that features information about the 250th Anniversary of America, you will accumulate points to earn these medals: 25 points are required to earn the Bronze medal, 60 points will allow you to earn the Silver medal, and those with 150 points will earn the Gold medal. Download the application form here:

and start keeping track today! FYI, all SAR members who attended our last Chapter meeting, on June 1, 2024 have already earned at least 3 points.

Our Chapter President is believed to have been the first compatriot in New Jersey to earn the Bronze medal. He recently received the Silver Medal (pictured below).

America 250 Silver Metal Certificate

All Chapter members are encouraged to keep track of their points as earning the Bronze Medal is within the reach of everyone.

Jockey Hollow presents at Perry Historians

The Jockey Hollow Chapter, SAR in conjunction with the Washingtonburg Chapter, PASSAR and the Perry County Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, gave a presentation for the Perry Historians (a historical society and library located in Perry County, Pennsylvania) on Saturday, May 25, 2024 on how to apply for membership in our organizations.

Jockey Hollow President (and also Washingtonburg 1st VP) gave a presentation on the importance of documenting sources for proving your ancestry in order to join lineage societies, such as SAR and DAR. His presentation gave an overview of his new book, Simple Citations for Genealogical Sources, and as noted below, was well received.

Jockey Hollow President, Jeff La Marca, presenting for the Perry Historians. Note that he is wearing our Chapter’s new (and obviously very stylish) cap!
Screen capture from the Perry Historians web site containing their kind review of the presentation, as well as their announcement for Saturday’s event.

As noted above, the Perry Historians gave a great review of the event; specifically, they stated:

S.A.R. and D.A.R. Research Workshop

The Perry Historians had a fantastic turn-out for the S.A.R. and D.A.R. Research Workshop which The Perry Historians hosted on Saturday, May 25, 2024.

We are so glad and so fortunate that the Washingtonburg Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution President, Dale Leppard asked us if we could open our library/facility for this event.

Thank You, Dale Leppard for your great intro and wonderful info on researching your Rev. War Ancestors.

Thank You also goes out to the Perry County Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution Registrar, Harriet Lindsay-Arndt for sharing her insight on what is required proof for entry into both the DAR and also the SAR.

We were also so thankful for the presentation by Dr. Jeffry La Marca, First Vice-President of the Washingtonburg Chapter of the S.A.R.  Great presentation!

Those who were present definitely went away with more knowledge on the documentations required for membership and suggestions on how to document your sources.

THANK YOU to All who participated!!!!

https://www.theperryhistorians.org/

As an aside to the presentation, President Jeff La Marca, never misses an opportunity to discuss the history of the encampment of Jockey Hollow, which remains one of (if not the most) brutal of winters ever recorded. In comparison, the encampment of Valley Forge is considered to be a “Caribbean holiday.” It’s time for our chapter to take the lead in publicizing the importance of the events that Jockey Hollow and the countless other historical sites within our Chapter’s boundaries played during the American Revolution!

Many thanks to all of the organizations involved for making the event possible!