Become A Member Of The Schmidt Familie

• To help people identify with the German heritage, person who are 2nd or more generation of German Heritage (or of other ethnic backgrounds) are invited to become a member of the Schmidt Familie
• In a special ceremony, held twice a year, the candidate is given a German first name and the last name of Schmidt (i.e. Beverly Pochatko is known as Klara Schmidt)
• There is a "family song", and a toast wishing them good health and long life.
• It's a lot of fun and provides Gemutlichkeit!
• Applicants only need to make their desire known to any member of the Chapter Board. Not a member of DANK? Simply fill out an application and give it to a Board Member along with $30 head of household / $40/couple prior to the gathering.