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How Do You Live With Integrity?

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As we continue with our “live with purpose” series this month, we are reflecting on honesty and integrity. We’ve long been taught that honesty is the best policy; even as kids, we learned of Abe Lincoln’s stellar legal prowess, which earned him the nickname ‘Honest Abe.’ And who can forget that George Washington did chop down that cherry tree but…told the truth?

 

Yet, how do we teach our children integrity and the importance of living with strong moral principles that serve as a touchstone for making good life decisions?

 

The continued sharing of stories of those who have served, sacrificed and continue to serve makes an impression on our youth volunteers. They see real examples of staying strong in the face of adversity and doing the right thing.

 

Instilling the characteristics of honesty and integrity in the next generation is important for their well-being and critical to our country’s future.

 

“The strength of a nation derives from the integrity of the home.” — Confucius

 

With gratitude,
Karen Worcester
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Celebrating Women In Military Service

Wreaths Across America Radio proudly announces an upcoming round table celebrating women in military service.

 

This discussion will air on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at 1 PM EST –
Women Veterans Recognition Day – and can be heard exclusively on Wreaths Across America Radio.
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Join Us For Giving In July!

Giving In July is dedicated to local groups and individuals participating in our Sponsorship Group Program. Through this unique program, supporters can help local programs – nonprofits, civic groups and other like-minded organizations – make a difference in their communities.

 

Click on the button below to learn more and to find Sponsorship Groups near you!
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Register Now: Stem to Stone Races

You’re invited to Wreaths Across America’s Annual Stem to Stone Races on Saturday, July 27, 2024.

 

Join us in Columbia Falls, Maine, where the mission of Wreaths Across America will be displayed through the 5K Run/Walk/Ruck and 10K, OR virtually from your own course at home.
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Visit the Mobile Education Exhibit in June
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In June, the Mobile Education Exhibit will make stops in Tennessee, Mississippi, Texas, Missouri, and Arkansas.
 

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Stay hyrdated while showing your support for Wreaths Across America with our NEW 40-ounce Vacuum Insulated Powder-Coated Tumbler, which comes with a Straw!

 

This Tumbler will keep your hot beverages hot and your cold beverages cold.
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Join Us In Teaching The Value of Freedom

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Few know how much effort our volunteers put in to make National Wreaths Across America Day happen each December. Fewer still understand that the work of the dedicated volunteers and WAA staff is carried out year-round and grows yearly.

It is through the daily efforts of dedicated individuals like yourself that Wreaths Across America has been able to build a community for veterans, military families, and civic organizations bringing our mission to life throughout the year.

As we recognize Teacher Appreciation Week, we wanted to take a moment to share a few of the ways that you can continue to be involved in our mission to teach the next generation the value of freedom.

  • We are so proud of our expanded Teach Program, headed by a retired teacher who is a Gold Star Mother and in tandem with many well-respected, longstanding veteran support organizations. The character and service-centric curriculum is becoming increasingly in demand and can be downloaded on the WAA website for free.
  • Our Mobile Education Exhibit (MEE) travels all over the country, visiting schools and communities, bringing people together with the common goal of learning, sharing, and embracing local veterans’ service.
  • Our quarterly Teach Webinars equip educators and youth of all ages with the vast resources from the Library of Congress. The next webinar takes place on May 14th. Learn more and register here.

We thank you for your continued support of our mission. Today, we invite you to further your impact by making a $5 donation to our TEACH Program. Your contribution will directly support our mission to teach the next generation the value of freedom.

 

Sincerely,

The Wreaths Across America Team
 
 
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How Do You Live By Example? Hear From Military Children During The Month Of The Military Child.

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Dear Michael,

This month – the month of the Military Child – we teach strength, work ethic, and character in our “Live with Purpose” series. At Wreaths Across America, with the help of our millions of volunteers, we hope to influence young lives with the stories of real American heroes and to lead by example with their dedication to remembering, honor and teaching.

 

In our third video of the “Live with Purpose” series, we meet the Children’s Military Group at Metcalf School in Rhode Island. This group of incredible students are all military children, and their gatherings help them cope with having parents who are deployed in service to our country. Hear their touching stories, meet their parents, and take a moment to share appreciation for all that these young Americans have sacrificed.

 

With gratitude,
Karen Worcester
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Register Now: Stem to Stone Races
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You’re invited to Wreaths Across America’s Annual Stem to Stone Races on Saturday, July 27, 2024.

 

Join us in Columbia Falls, Maine, where the mission of Wreaths Across America will be displayed through the 5K Run/Walk/Ruck and 10K, OR virtually from your own course at home.
 

Annual Awards

Nominations are now open for our annual awards! Each of the Remember, Honor, Teach and Learn Awards are chosen from recommendations or nominations from our volunteers and staff and is decided on by the Executive Leadership Team or volunteer committees.
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Wreaths Across America and the Military Order of the World Wars Forge Partnership to Honor Veterans
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Wreaths Across America proudly announces the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Military Order of the World Wars, solidifying a partnership aimed at bolstering support for veterans and their families across the nation.
 

Visit the Mobile Education Exhibit in May

In May, the Mobile Education Exhibit will make several stops in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Ohio, and Tennessee.
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Wreaths Across America Radio is Always Expanding!
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We’re proud to continue to grow our content partnerships and feature new, veteran-centric programming. Check out our most recent line-up here.
As always, you can tune in on the iHeart, Audacy & TuneIn Apps, or on our website!
 

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We just added several items to our clearance section! Shop apparel, memorabilia, and more.
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10 Veterans return to Vietnam. Follow their journey on National Vietnam War Veterans Day.

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Dear Michael Barbour,

“The largest schematic element in the military is their love for each other.” These are the words of Richard Barbato, a U.S. Army veteran and Experience Officer with VHA Readjustment Counseling service.

 

Today, I invite you to learn more about Richard’s story and how he lives with purpose by watching the video below. Then, keep scrolling to access our new lesson plans, learn about an upcoming release of our “Mission Veteran Expedition” documentary, and more.

 

With gratitude,
Karen Worcester
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Available Now: Love for One Another Lesson Plans
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As part of our Live with Purpose Lesson Plan series, we’re proud to announce the release of our Love One Another Lesson Plans available for grades K-8.

 

Download individual lesson plans below, or click on the button to view all of our curriculum.

Mission Veteran Expedition
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In November 2023, ten Vietnam veterans embarked on a journey they never thought possible, returning to Vietnam and exploring the locations and memories that, for 50 years, have held deep significance for each of them. Mission Veteran Expedition, a collaborative venture between CDLLife, FASTPORT, and nonprofits Waypoint Vets and Wreaths Across America, made this journey possible. This video is a short preview of the long-form documentary of the trip. The documentary will be available tomorrow (Friday) at 8am ET on our YouTube Channel. Subscribe now and get a notification when the video is available.

Wreaths Radio Expands Podcast Lineup
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Wreaths Across America now offers over 50 shows! Our new programming focuses on veteran and active duty information and support, mental health issues, military life, and stories of everyday life as a military spouse.

 

Click here to listen live.

Visit the Mobile Education Exhibit in April

In April, the Mobile Education Exhibit will spend most of the month in Florida before heading to McCormick, South Carolina on Sunday, April 8th.
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Introducing the Full-sized Leatherman multi-tool, a versatile companion for all your everyday tasks. This multi-tool measures 4” when closed and features durable, all stainless-steel implements.

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Do You Believe In The Greater Good?

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A key message of our 2024 theme, Live with Purpose, is to have a belief in the greater good. This might be one of the most important things we can remind ourselves of and teach our children. Our Curriculum Developer, Cindy Tatum, a Gold Star Mom, created lesson plans focusing on kindness that can educate learners of all ages about the importance of acting with a belief in the greater good.

 

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Live with Purpose Lesson Plans are under the first red drop-down menu.

 

Then, in our first video of the new “Live with Purpose” series, Mark Holmquist, Scarborough, Maine, Chief of Police, talks about his service as a Sentinel Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers located at Arlington National Cemetery. Watch the inspiring video below to learn more about his service.

 

With gratitude,
Karen Worcester
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Commemoration of the 62nd Anniversary of the Disappearance of Flying Tiger Line Flight 739
Save the date and please join us! On Saturday, March 16, we will pay tribute to the American heroes who selflessly sacrificed their lives aboard Flying Tiger Line Flight 739.
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Share Your Story on Wreaths Radio
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We want to hear from you! Tell us how you support the mission of Wreaths Across America and be featured on Wreaths Across America Radio.

 

Click on the button below to request an interview, and listen live to Wreaths Radio here!

Visit the Mobile Education Exhibit in March

In March, the Mobile Education Exhibit will visit North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. Don’t miss this free, interactive museum in your community!
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Register For Our First TEACH Webinar
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Our free TEACH webinar, which will take place on Tuesday, March 19th at 4PM ET, will be co-hosted by Cindy Tatum, Wreaths Across America Curriculum Developer and Gold Star Mother, and Andrew Huber, Senior Liaison, The Veterans History Project at the Library of Congress.

 

Registration is required. Click on the button below to register!

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Show off your support of Wreaths Across America in style with our 12 ounce Ceramic Mug!

 

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