Youth Republican Organization | Teen Age Republicans (TARS)

America’s Oldest Youth Republican Organization

The National Teen Age Republicans (TARS) is America’s oldest youth Republican organization for conservative students and young leaders. Since 1960, TARS has helped students across the country become active participants in civic engagement, leadership development, and grassroots activism.

As the official youth auxiliary of the Republican National Committee (RNC), Teen Age Republicans provides opportunities for students to connect with conservative leaders, volunteer in campaigns, and build leadership experience through local chapters and national programs.

What Is a Youth Republican Organization?

A youth Republican organization helps students and young people become involved in politics, leadership, and community engagement while connecting with others who share conservative values.

Teen Age Republicans chapters focus on:

  • leadership development

  • political education

  • community service

  • campaign involvement

  • public speaking

  • grassroots organizing

  • civic participation

Students involved in TARS gain valuable real-world experience while learning how to become effective leaders in their schools and communities.

Opportunities for Young Conservatives

TARS provides students with opportunities to:

  • start or join local chapters

  • participate in leadership training

  • attend conferences and events

  • volunteer on campaigns

  • organize local activities

  • meet conservative students nationwide

Whether students are interested in politics, communications, business, law, or public service, Teen Age Republicans helps provide skills and experiences that prepare students for future success.

School and Community Chapters

Teen Age Republicans chapters can be formed both in schools and throughout local communities. TARS also supports community-based organizations that allow students from multiple schools or homeschool groups to participate together.

National TARS helps local chapters with:

  • chapter startup guidance

  • recruitment strategies

  • club development resources

  • leadership support

  • organizational materials

Join the National Teen Age Republicans

Teen Age Republicans continues to develop the next generation of conservative leaders across the United States. Through leadership opportunities, civic engagement, and grassroots involvement, TARS helps students make a lasting impact in their communities.

Join America’s oldest youth Republican organization today and become part of a nationwide network of young conservatives.

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