Category Archives: Wreaths Across America

Thank You for Sponsoring Wreaths for San Francisco National Cemetery at Presidio in 2016

We received this earlier. Please note that this is an annual fundraiser for our U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps (USNSCC) Arkansas Division. You can purchase a wreath that will also contribute to our cadets at:

https://donate.wreathsacrossamerica.org/?pageId=22107&relatedIds=15539&productId=114

Dear Michael and Lisa Barbour:

I am writing to personally thank you for supporting San Francisco National Cemetery at Presidio and United States Naval Sea Cadet Corps in 2016 and to provide this year’s Ceremony Information and Wreath Sponsorship Options.

This holiday season, National Wreaths Across America Day is on 12/16/2017, and if you would like to attend the wreath-laying ceremony at the location you supported, here are the details:

San Francisco National Cemetery at Presidio (CAPNSF)
1 Lincoln Blvd
San Francisco, CA 94129

Veteran Graves: 27,000
Coverage Goal: 5,000
Wreaths So Far: 244
Registered Volunteers: 121

Ceremony On: 12/16/17
Ceremony At: 11:00 am

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Or, Click Here for Other Locations Near You

Last year, your generous sponsorship of 1 Remembrance Wreath helped to make National Wreaths Across America Day possible. To provide your support again this year, please click “Make a Similar Gift This Year” or click “New Ways to Honor and Remember” below for great new ways to honor and remember our veterans:

Make a Similar Gift This Year

New Ways to Honor and Remember

In conclusion, I cannot thank you enough for supporting the families that will have an empty seat at their table this holiday season because they have a loved-one currently serving or one who has made the ultimate sacrifice. This time of year is hardest for those families and, by remembering and honoring their loved-one, you will make it a little easier. Thank you so much for remembering America’s finest.

My very best wishes for the happiest and healthiest holiday season,

Karen Worcester
Executive Director
wreathsacrossamerica.org

P.S. One of the most fascinating ways to see the impact of your Remembrance Wreath sponsorship is to watch our new video. Click What Is Wreaths Across America? | 4:00 Minute Story to see how the wreaths you sponsor profoundly impact so many Americans.

[eNewsletter #162] Always The Biggest Challenge…

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Always The Biggest Challenge

With less than two weeks to go, folks are hard at work all over the country making preparations for the wreath-laying events. Trucks are being loaded as I write and will be dispatched to over 1300+ locations on the east coast, west coast and everywhere in between.

But the biggest challenge – and this is somewhat surprising – is that it always takes a big, final push to cover Arlington.

This year, well over a million wreaths will be placed in total. But we are still accepting sponsored wreaths for Arlington National Cemetery and folks are watching the counter closely.

If you are feeling the call of the mission to Remember, Honor, and Teach… now is the time. And we thank you for your support.

~ Karen Worcester | Executive Director

and the Wreaths Across America Team

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WAA News This Week:

Annual Wreath Escort Co-Grand Marshals Join Us Again to Pay Tribute

Grand Marshals – Vietnam Medal of Honor Recipient, Colonel Roger Donlon, U.S. Army Special Forces (Retired) and his wife, Norma, a Vietnam-era Gold Star wife – will lead the caravan as it…

Wreaths Across America’s “Trucking Tributes” Present Dart Transit Company

Driver Pat Wortham is an independent contractor for Dart Transit and a member of the Wreaths Across America honor fleet. He also has a rich history of military service in his family.

WAA’s “Military Musicians Showcase” Presents Music for the Holidays

Happy Holidays from Wreaths Across America Radio. We wish you and yours a peaceful holiday season and we appreciate your sacrifices in service to our nation.

Honoring Our Fallen Heroes

The following story comes to us from Volunteer Location Coordinator, Ralph Terreault, of Jacksonville National Cemetery.

This is the Only Seabee to Receive the Medal of Honor

In their 75 years building, fighting and serving on every continent – even Antarctica – only one Navy Seabee has been bestowed with the Medal of Honor, the nation’s highest award for valor.

20 Amazing Vintage Photographs of American Troops During World War I

It was 100 years ago this year that the United States officially entered World War I, when Congress voted to declare war on Germany on April 6, 1917.

How the Air Force Raises its Remarkable Working Dogs

Lackland Air Force Base is the home of the Military Working Dog Program. Dogs begin training at 18 months and it takes 120 days of hard work to graduate.

Charlotte Bridge Home Helps Veterans Transition to Civilian Life

Luna’s Life of Tolerance, Understanding, and Peace; A Gift to Us All-Part II

Thurman served in the U.S. Army assigned to 7th Army, 20th Armored Division and they liberated four camps including Dachau.

Dates To Remember This Week:

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

At 7:55 a.m. Hawaii time, a Japanese dive bomber bearing the red symbol of the Rising Sun of Japan on its wings appears out of the clouds above the island of Oahu.

Updates On The Annual Wreath Escort To Arlington

Interview with Lil from HQ In Preparation For The Annual Wreath Escort To Arlington.

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Circle Cemetery Is One Of WAA’s Most Unique Locations

Interview with Selena Fox of Circle Cemetery.

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Buy Your Wreaths Across America Merchandise

Looking for a sweatshirt to wear, or a gift to give this Christmas? Check out the Wreaths Across America Store and order today.

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Korean War POW Earns Medal of Honor for Saving His Unit

Everything You Need to Know as a Volunteer

Wreaths Across America is forever grateful for the thousands of volunteers who place veterans’ remembrance wreaths on the headstones of our fallen as they say their names aloud.

New WAA Car Stickers Are Available – $3.00

Now you can show your family’s support wherever you drive with new Wreaths Across America Car Stickers, available in the WAA Online Store.

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We’ve extended our deadline to accept sponsorships for Arlington! Please follow the link to sponsor. Thanks so much for your support.

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Join us on December 16th (the 3rd Saturday in December), 2017 for National Wreaths Across America Day. Use this map to find a location and sign up to volunteer. Can’t find a location near you? You can start one (adding new locations for 2018)!

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“Remember this…. In truth a person dies twice, once when he stops breathing, and a second time when somebody mentions his or her name for the last time. Join us in December when over one million volunteers nationwide, will say the names of a million fallen out loud, to make sure they will never be forgotten.”

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Watch this emotional video from last year’s Army-Navy game as Chevrolet honors Wreaths Across America, along with Scott and Lorna Harris, Gold Star parents who exemplify the many families who give up so much, for the freedoms we enjoy.

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[eNewsletter #161] For Freedom Fighters, From Freedom Caretakers…

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From the Wreaths Across America organization.

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For Freedom Fighters,

By Freedom Caretakers

Today is #GivingTuesday and my challenge to you today, is to give 4 minutes of your time, to either watch this video or share it with someone you love and respect. The WAA Mission to Remember, Honor, and Teach is what we owe our ‘Freedom Fighters’ but even more so, we need to show them we will be the ‘Freedom Caretakers’.

So this year on December 16th, families all across this Nation will bring their children out to place wreaths, and start a conversation about what it means to serve and sacrifice. It is up to each of us to take them, and teach them.

~ Karen Worcester | Executive Director

and the Wreaths Across America Team

This Is The Last Week For Wreath Sponsorships!

Yes! There’s still time to sponsor a veterans’ remembrance wreath for National Wreaths Across America Day, Saturday, December 16, 2017.

Sponsor Your Wreaths Today

WAA News This Week:

Luna’s Life of Tolerance, Understanding, and Peace; A Gift to Us All-Part II

Thurman served in the U.S. Army assigned to 7th Army, 20th Armored Division and they liberated four camps including Dachau. “I was only 21 at the time, and we didn’t know what we had come…

Wreaths Across America’s “Trucking Tributes” Present the National Association of Independent Truckers, TransGuard and IAT Insurance Group

Motivated and dedicated patriots across the country and at locations overseas power the Maine-based nonprofit organization. The mission to remember, honor, and teach is carried out daily.

Volunteering at Arlington National Cemetery? Here’s What You Need to Know

Wreaths Across America is forever grateful for the thousands of volunteers who place veterans’ remembrance wreaths on the headstones of our fallen as they say their names aloud.

Escort to Arlington Schedule Published

Want to see or follow the 2017 Wreath Escort as it makes it way from Maine to Arlington National Cemetery? Here are this year’s stops.

Military History -Stories of Service

Watch the history of military service unfold through this special collection of documentaries and programs from PBS.

Local Troop Honoring Fallen Veterans at Dayton National Cemetery

A Kettering-based troop is keeping the memory of our veterans alive. American Heritage Girls OH3210 is partnering with Wreaths Across America to remember.

This Week In Social Media:

Remember, Honor, Teach

Volunteer, sponsor, spread the word. Make our mission, your mission.

Check Out the Itinerary

The Wreaths Across America Escort to Arlington official itinerary is here. Are we passing through your community?

Shirt Campaigns Available For Delivery Before Christmas

New “I Honored An American Hero” Design

American Hero. Campaign ends Monday, December 04. Help us meet our fundraising goal of 250 shirts!

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Back By Popular Demand – The Silent Night Shirt Design

Give The Gift Of Christmas & Appreciation – The WAA Silent Night Shirt. Campaign ends Monday, December 04. Help us meet our fundraising goal of 1000 shirts!

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New WAA Car Stickers Are Available – $3.00

Now you can show your family’s support wherever you drive with new Wreaths Across America Car Stickers, available in the WAA Online Store.

Order Stickers While Available!

We would love to hear from you on any of these channels:

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Did you miss one of our recent newsletters? You can see the archive and update your email settings in our new Newsletter Central.

Donate or Sign Up To Volunteer

When You Shop This Holiday Season, Remember Amazon Smile

Shop for everyone on your gift list this holiday at https://smile.amazon.com/ and Amazon donates to Wreaths Across America.

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Many supporters know the story of how Worcester Wreath Company Founder Morrill Worcester started the wreath-laying tradition over 25 years ago. But many may not know that Worcester Wreath continues to be one of the main corporate supporters, growing their donation each year, and now making a multi-generational commitment to the mission.

Visit WorcesterWreath.com’s Facebook page for a chance to win one of their unique Tabletop Trees to decorate this Christmas.

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[eNewsletter #160] Your Mission This Week…

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From the Wreaths Across America organization.

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Your Mission This Week – From HQ

If you haven’t sponsored your wreaths yet this year – now is the time! Click the button below to sponsor…

If you have already sponsored, please tell your friends and family over this Thanksgiving week. There are so many families who will be without a loved one this holiday, because one is away and serving… or in some cases missing one who made the ultimate sacrifice.

I am very proud of my grandson Miles – who challenged ALL families to stop and think about those who are or have given up their holiday dinners.

Did you know that this year we will have over a million volunteers, placing wreaths at over 1300+ participating locations? Imagine if every volunteer sponsored at least one wreath – how many veterans and their families could we honor this December!

~ Karen Worcester | Executive Director

and the Wreaths Across America Team

Sponsor Your Wreaths Today

Deadline Extended for Veterans’ Remembrance Wreath Sponsorships

Yes! There’s still time to sponsor a veterans’ remembrance wreath for National Wreaths Across America Day, Saturday, December 16, 2017. Wreaths Across America announces a four-day extension.

Wreaths Across America Announces the 2017 Escort to Arlington Event Itinerary

The Wreaths Across America escort of handmade, balsam wreaths heading to Arlington National Cemetery from Maine has become known as the country’s longest veterans parade.

New WAA Car Stickers Are Available – $3.00

Now you can show your family’s support wherever you drive with new Wreaths Across America Car Stickers, available in the WAA Online Store.

Order Stickers While Available!

Stories For and About Our Veterans

A Noble Cause: Karly’s Cause

Attorney Noble McIntyre honors another teen for her Noble Cause. Karly Walker from Payne County 4H was super surprised when she found out she is A Noble Cause winner.

How It All Started…

In 2007, the Worcester family, along with veterans, and other groups and individuals who had helped with their annual veterans wreath ceremony in Arlington, formed Wreaths Across America, a…

Volunteers give WWII veteran military honors at his funeral

A flock of doves and a vintage bomber flyover were just two of the special ways an army of volunteers helped give Mesa World War II veteran Glenn Cook a final sendoff on Veterans Day after…

This is How Robert E. Lee’s House Became Arlington National Cemetery

The government seized Lee’s property on the premise of defaulted taxes. Years later, the Lee family tried to get it back – but by then it was too late.

Wishing You And Yours A Very…

Connecting With Community

100 Reasons Why We Remember, Honor, and Teach. Amelia Uses the Veterans’ Remembrance Wreath to Connect Her Community

Meet Amelia. She’s a 12-year-old Girl Scout who loves horses, and she’s a new location leader this year for Wreaths Across America.

100 Reasons Why We Remember, Honor, and Teach. An “Unknown” Identified and Brought Home

As we #Countdown to Wreath Day 2017, we remind volunteers to say their names while placing a remembrance wreath. This post is submitted by Thomas Freeza, Director of Education at the…

Shop for everyone on your gift list this holiday at https://smile.amazon.com/ and Amazon donates to Wreaths Across America.

This Week In Social Media:

Win 100 Wreaths To Honor Veterans And A Toy Truck Block Set (3 different ways to win)!

Last week we shared this giveaway contest and the traffic knocked out our servers for a couple of hours. Make sure you enter this week as the drawing is on Tuesday, Nov 28th.

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Veteran Gets to Visit Nation’s Capital

Frank Turner takes a deep breath from the oxygen tube running under his nose, then his eyes spark. “I studied ROTC in high school, so I knew I didn’t want to go in the Army,” he said.

Best Military Photos For the Week of November 18th

The military has talented photographers who capture what life as a service member is like during training and at war. Here are their best photos this week.

Exciting News In Preparation For the 2017 Wreath Escort To Arlington

See the new WAA Rolling Education Center as it goes in for wrapping in preparation for this year’s Wreath Escort to Arlington

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Tune in to WAA Radio 24/7 to listen to patriotic tunes, hear stories of volunteers and join the conversation. #JoinTheMission #WAA Radio https://buff.ly/2m0NvIZ

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What Happens When You Place A Wreath – Hear What Impact It Made On One Family At Long Island National

Interview with Harry Rathsam of Long Island National Veterans Cemetery, and his volunteers as they prepare for Wreath Day. DON’T MISS the story Harry tells in the first 5 minutes, which perfectly captures how laying the wreaths becomes a catalyst for much deeper conversations.

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The 2017 Volunteer Shirts Are Still Available For Orders!

Wear Your Pride – Order Your Volunteer Shirts So They Will Arrive In Time For Wreaths Across America Day

2017 Wreaths Across America Volunteer Shirts Are Here!. Campaign ends Sunday, November 26 in order to deliver all orders before December 16th – National Wreath Day.

Order Shirts While Available!

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Mission BBQ

If These Walls Could Talk | Stories Of Service | Courtesy of Mission BBQ

This week you might have noticed that your local Mission BBQ is running their “Fill The Cup” campaign to benefit Wreaths Across America. Did you also notice the whole restaurant (guests and staff) all stop at 12 noon, to stand for the playing of the National Anthem? Mission BBQ is a business with its “mission” baked right into its name…

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[eNewsletter #159] Never Losing Sight Of The Mission…

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From the Wreaths Across America organization.

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Never Losing Sight Of The Mission

As you might imagine, this time of year is incredibly busy for our staff and our core volunteers all across the nation. A lot goes into placing over 1.5 million wreaths!

First, I want to say thank you to all those who are working so hard. You make the mission go, and mission to honor our veterans and their families, is what is near and dear to all of our hearts. I love your dedication.

Second, this week we got a chance to see the new Wreaths Across America video and we think it is a GREAT way to introduce the mission to someone who might never stopped to think about why we honor our veterans. Please share with the people you care about.

And lastly, to help make that sharing easier and fun, we decided to run a 100 wreath (plus the toy truck set) drawing, and you can team up with your friends to increase the chances those wreaths will be placed at your participating location of choice. Click the link above to enter for a chance to win and honor at least 100 of your local veterans!

~ Karen Worcester | Executive Director

and the Wreaths Across America Team

Volunteering in Arlington

Volunteering at Arlington National Cemetery? Here’s What You Need to Know

Wreaths Across America is forever grateful for the thousands of volunteers who place veterans’ remembrance wreaths on the headstones of our fallen as they say their names aloud.

Wreaths Across America’s “Trucking Tributes” Present Open Loads for the Honor Fleet

Last year, over 1.2 million wreaths were transported from Columbia Falls, Maine to Arlington National Cemetery and over 1,300 other participating locations.

Veteran Walking Across Country to Raise Awareness for Homeless Veterans

After almost a decade in the military, one veteran found himself in a financial pinch and on the verge of homelessness. Now, Shane Moore is on a different kind of tour to help others.

These Guys Just Surprised a Struggling Vet With a New Car

Larry Yake is the fourth Meadville-area veteran to receive a refurbished car from Operation Build Up, a nonprofit based in Lima, New York.

Passamaquoddy Army Veterans Honored for Service

Ninety-nine years after six young men volunteered to fight the Imperial German Army in World War I, their families on Sunday received the official recognition.

Here are the best military photos for the week of November 4th

This Museum in Hawaii Was Built By Pearl Harbor Survivors

The Home of the Brave Museum is a one-of-a-kind treasure trove of artifacts, stories, and memories of those who fought to save our country.

Remember, Honor and Teach

100 Reasons Why We Remember, Honor, and Teach. The Countdown to Wreath Day is On As We Pay Tribute to Our Veterans

At Wreaths Across America, we remember our fallen heroes, honor those who serve and their families, and teach younger generations the value of freedom.

Shop for everyone on your gift list this holiday at https://smile.amazon.com/ and Amazon donates to Wreaths Across America.

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What Is Wreaths Across America? | 4:00 Minute Story

Wreaths Across America is a national 501(c)3 with over 1300+ participating locations nationwide, in all 50 states and 24 foreign veteran cemeteries on foreign soil.

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Best Military Photos For the Week of November 11th

The military has talented photographers who capture what life as a service member is like during training and at war.

Remembrance Tree Program

Remembrance Tree Program. Here’s the information.

Patriot Pair and Military Tribute Wreaths Started Shipping Last Week!

Two wreaths for one low price. The first wreath will be delivered to the participating location of your choice, to honor one who served and sacrificed. The second wreath will be shipped to your door (or sent as a gift if you choose).

Order My Wreaths Today!

Win 100 Wreaths To Honor Veterans And A Toy Truck Block Set (3 different ways to win)!

Wreaths Across America wants you to WIN one of three prize drawings for 100 wreaths to honor veterans AND a WAA Toy Truck Block Set! Plus you can help your friends and family win too! It’s…

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Wednesday Webinars

WAA Weekly Webinar

Discussion about #GivingTuesday and PR Resources, with WAA Volunteer Ellen Fuller, and PR Team Leader Amber Caron.

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The 2017 Volunteer Shirts Are Now Available For Orders!

Wear Your Pride – Order Your Volunteer Shirts So They Will Arrive In Time For Wreaths Across America Day

2017 Wreaths Across America Volunteer Shirts Are Here!. Campaign ends Sunday, November 26 in order to deliver all orders before December 16th – National Wreath Day.

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The Civil Air Patrol Helps Teach Through Living History

The Civil Air Patrol (CAP) introduces many young men and women today to the Air Force and the notion of uniformed service to our nation. The organization is often a stepping stone to…

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Always The Biggest Challenge

WAA News This Week:

Stories For and About Our Veterans

Dates To Remember This Week:

WAA Webinars

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For Freedom Fighters,

By Freedom Caretakers

This Is The Last Week For Wreath Sponsorships!

WAA News This Week:

Stories For and About Our Veterans

This Week In Social Media:

Shirt Campaigns Available For Delivery Before Christmas

We would love to hear from you on any of these channels:

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When You Shop This Holiday Season, Remember Amazon Smile

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Your Mission This Week – From HQ

Wreath Escort Itinerary Announced

Stories For and About Our Veterans

Wishing You And Yours A Very…

Connecting With Community

This Week In Social Media:

Wednesday Webinars

The 2017 Volunteer Shirts Are Still Available For Orders!

We would love to hear from you on any of these channels:

Mark Your Calendars:

This Week’s Newsletter Is Sponsored By:

Mission BBQ

Never Losing Sight Of The Mission

Volunteering in Arlington

Trucking Tributes

Stories For and About Our Veterans

Remember, Honor and Teach

This Week In Social Media:

Wednesday Webinars

The 2017 Volunteer Shirts Are Now Available For Orders!

We would love to hear from you on any of these channels:

Mark Your Calendars:

This Week’s Newsletter Is Sponsored By:

Civil Air Patrol