The Sons of Confederate Veterans (SCV) honors the legacy of Confederate soldiers, who embodied the highest ideals of America—liberty, freedom, and tenacity in defending their constitutional rights. As the direct heir of the United Confederate Veterans, established in 1896 in Richmond, Virginia, the SCV remains committed to preserving the true history of the South.

Membership is open to all male descendants of Confederate veterans who served honorably. Both direct and collateral lines are eligible, with a minimum age of twelve for full membership. The application process requires genealogical documentation of your ancestor's service, which can be obtained through state archives.

The SCV is a nonpolitical, nonpartisan organization dedicated to historical preservation, civic service, and education. Our members engage in various projects, from restoring Confederate cemeteries to marking graves, erecting historical monuments, preserving battlefields, and publishing scholarly works on Southern history. We also provide academic scholarships, support disaster relief efforts, and contribute to community services.

The SCV stands firmly against racism. Misuse of Confederate symbols by hate groups has led to misconceptions, but we condemn all forms of hate and have publicly renounced groups like the KKK. Our mission is to honor the true legacy of the South and ensure future generations understand the values and principles that defined the Confederate cause.
 
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Statement of Purpose
We, the Sons of Confederate Veterans, having been commissioned by the Confederate Veterans themselves, retain our responsibility and right to adhere to the founding principles of the United States of America remembering the bravery,
defending the honor and protecting the memory of our beloved Confederate Veterans, which includes their memorials, images, symbols, monuments and gravesites for ourselves and future generations.