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What Liberty Requires of Us

The second of two items from the Wreaths Across America organization that may be of interest to members.


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Every year, as September 11 approaches, we all remember where we were when we heard the news. We remember the images. We remember the disbelief, the fear, and the terrible realization that thousands of innocent people had begun an ordinary Tuesday morning and would never return home.

We remember the firefighters and police officers who ran toward danger when every instinct must have told them to run the other way. We remember those lost in the Twin Towers, the Pentagon and the passengers and crew of Flight 93. We remember young men and women, and even some who had served before, who answered the call in the days that followed.

But each year, I find myself thinking about something else, too.
I remember September 12.

Click here to read my full message, and keep scrolling to learn more about our year-round mission to Remember, Honor, and Teach.

Sincerely,

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Karen Worcester
Wreaths Across America’s Executive Director

 

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Join Us for a Special Remembrance Flag Waving

On the weekend of the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, Wreaths Across America is calling on Americans nationwide to pause together in remembrance and unity, marking the occasion with two tributes: a coast-to-coast flag waving and the dedication of a new Woody Williams Gold Star Families Memorial Monument. Click to the button below to learn how you can join us in remembering with a flag waving in your community.

 

Curriculum Spotlight: Patriot Day Resources

With the 25th anniversary of 9/11 approaching, ensuring young people understand the profound loss and impact of this day remains important – especially as this generation of students was not alive when the tragedy occurred.

Click the button to access our K-12 Patriot Day lesson plans. No matter the age of the young person in your life, we hope you share the story of Patriot Day with them, and its continued impact on our lives.

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Mission Matters on Wreaths Across America Radio

Mission Matters 2025

Tune in to Wreaths Across America Radio every Wednesday for Mission Matters with your host, Executive Director Karen Worcester! Recently, Karen interviewed Lettie Sanchez, the location coordinator for Wreaths Across America at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.

Listen live each week on Wreaths Across America Radio.

Remember Me Story Gallery

Help us identify service members who deserve to be remembered. These could be family members, local heroes, or names from your local cemetery that few people know.

Please submit names, photos, and stories at the button below. You can also view the gallery of stories. Be sure to use #RememberMe on social media!

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Sponsor Spotlight

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We are deeply grateful to Northrop Grumman and Sunbelt Rentals for their continued support of the Wreaths Across America mission. Your commitment helps us ensure that every hero is remembered, honored, and taught to future generations.

Through your generosity and partnership, we are able to expand our reach, engage more communities, and carry forward the important work of placing wreaths on the headstones of our nation’s veterans. Thank you for standing with us and for sharing in this mission to remember, honor and teach.

Featured Merchandise

 Share your patriotism and support of Wreaths Across America with the “Remember Me” hat. The 2026 theme stands out on a navy blue background and is flanked by red, blue and white stripes.

Click on the button to purchase the hat, or view all of our merchandise here.

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Make sure to follow Wreaths Across America official channels on social media for the most up-to-the-minute news on the mission throughout the year:

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Here’s what Wreaths Across America does the other 364 days

The first of two items from the Wreaths Across America organization that may be of interest to members.


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Thank you for supporting the mission of Wreaths Across America. Because of supporters like you, we’re able to Remember our fallen, Honor those who serve, and Teach the next generation the value of freedom.

While many know us through National Wreaths Across America Day, our mission continues year-round through programs that educate, connect communities, and support veterans nationwide.

Learn more about the impact we make beyond December below!

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We bring the mission into classrooms and communities through free educational resources.

These tools help the next generation understand the value of freedom.

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Experience the mission up close with our 48′ Mobile Education Exhibit!

This traveling exhibit brings communities and the military together through stories and connection.

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Wreaths Across America Radio is a Voice For America’s Veterans.

We share 24/7 informational and inspiring content about members of the U.S. armed forces, their families, military veterans, and volunteers.

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Our Honor Fleet moves millions of veterans’ wreaths every year.

The mission would not be possible without our transportation partners, from professional drivers to trucking and logistics companies.

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PLC have been sent out!

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National Wreaths Across America Day will be here sooner than you think! With over 5,500 participating locations, there’s a lot of preparation to come.

Preliminary Load Confirmations (PLC) have been sent out. In order to keep the same load(s) from last year, you must email the signed PLC back by August 14, or it will go on the open load list for other carriers to choose. We need help covering open loads! View them here.

We are once again holding webinars for Honor Fleet members. Returning and new Honor Fleet members alike must attend one of three, short webinars. In this webinar, you’ll learn more about the mission, your role, and logistics necessary for a successful season. Please select a webinar date and time below and register today!

We’d like to remind you to whitelist us! Please add trucking@wreathsacrossamerica.org to your list of approved/trusted senders in your email. You may have to work with your company’s IT team to do so. Once whitelisted, our emails won’t end up in spam, so you won’t miss out on important updates as the season ramps up.

Don’t hesitate to reach out to the WAA Transportation Team! Give us a call at 207-618-7530. Thank you for your continued support, flexibility and passion for the mission. 

With gratitude,
WAA Transportation Team

 

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Transportation partners are the backbone of the Wreaths Across America effort. Our “Honor Fleet” is responsible for transporting millions of veterans’ wreaths to a growing number of participating locations worldwide. We need help covering open loads! If you or someone you know would like to get involved, please reach out at the button below.

 

Honor Fleet Webinars

 As we prepare for a successful season, please attend one of three webinars! Whether you’re a returning partner or it’s your first season, we have new information to share with you. You’ll learn more about the mission, your role, and logistics necessary for a successful season. Please click the button below to choose your session.

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Please note: these are different than the Arlington-specific webinars.

 

Truckin’ Tuesday on Wreaths Across America Radio

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 The Wreaths Across America Mission doesn’t move without the trucking industry, and that’s why every Tuesday on Wreaths Across America Radio is Truckin’ Tuesday. Are you a partner carrier that has a podcast? Let us know! Email Jeff Pierce for details and to express your interest in being a part of the Wreaths Across America Radio lineup.

 

Stay in the Know

The Moving the Mission Facebook Group is a space for supporters of Wreaths Across America working in the transportation industry to connect with and learn from one another. Members will share their stories of support, learn more about Wreaths Across America, including volunteer opportunities, and network with other industry professionals.

 

Featured Merchandise

Show your support for Wreaths Across America and the 250th anniversary of the United States while sporting this comfortable classic hoodie. It has the 2026 Theme “Remember Me” on the left chest.

Browse all of our memorabilia here, or click on the button below to purchase the hoodie.

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Teaching responsibility for the greater good

An item from the folks at Wreaths Across America, which may be of interest to members.  If any member of the Branch wishes to sponsor one or more wreaths, be sure to have them placed at the “CAPNSF – San Francisco National Cemetery at the Presidio of San Francisco” – as our cadets have always been a big part of that service.


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Dear Michael Barbour,

 

In the last couple of months, as we have worked to add a new exhibit to our museum, I have spent a considerable amount of time studying the history of WWII.
I wasn’t looking only for statistics. I was looking for the stories behind them. What I quickly discovered was that Americans understood winning the war would require far more than the courage of those serving on the battlefield. It would require an entire nation willing to sacrifice, serve and pull together for the greater good.

 

Click here to read my full message, and keep scrolling to learn more about our year-round mission to Remember, Honor, and Teach.

 

Sincerely,

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Karen Worcester

Wreaths Across America’s Executive Director

 

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Wreaths Across America partners with Elev8 to honor veterans through everyday giving

WAA is proud to partner with Elev8, an innovative fundraising platform that makes it easy for supporters to help honor our nation’s veterans through everyday giving. By automatically rounding up debit and credit card purchases to the nearest dollar and donating the spare change, Elev8 allows donors to make consistent, meaningful contributions with little effort. As the need to sponsor veterans’ wreaths continues to grow each year, this partnership provides a simple, sustainable, and technology-driven way for more Americans to support the yearlong mission to Remember, Honor and Teach.

 

Curriculum Spotlight: Navajo Code Talkers

During World War II, 29 Navajo recruits created an unbreakable military code based on Diné bizaad. Eventually, more than 400 Navajo Marines served in the Pacific theatre as code talkers.

 

August 14 is National Navajo Code Talkers Day. Help us remember these heroes by sharing their story with a young person in your life! Click the button to access our Navajo Code Talkers Day lessons and all of our Teach program curriculum.

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Mission Matters on Wreaths Across America Radio

Mission Matters 2025

Tune in to Wreaths Across America Radio every Wednesday for Mission Matters with your host, Executive Director Karen Worcester! If you miss an episode, you can find it on our website.

 

Remember Me Story Gallery

Help us identify service members who deserve to be remembered. These could be family members, local heroes, or names from your local cemetery that few people know.

 

Please submit names, photos, and stories at the button below. You can also view the gallery of stories. Be sure to use #RememberMe on social media!

Remember Me Carl Heath
 

Sponsor Spotlight

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We are deeply grateful to L3Harris Technologies and Norfolk Southern for their continued support of the Wreaths Across America mission. Your commitment helps us ensure that every hero is remembered, honored, and taught to future generations.

 

Through your generosity and partnership, we are able to expand our reach, engage more communities, and carry forward the important work of placing wreaths on the headstones of our nation’s veterans. Thank you for standing with us and for sharing in this mission to remember, honor and teach.

 

Featured Merchandise

Show your support for Wreaths Across America and the 250th anniversary of the United States while sporting this comfortable classic hoodie. It has the 2026 Theme “Remember Me” on the left chest.

 

Click on the button to purchase the hoodie, or view all of our merchandise here.

 

 
 

Make sure to follow Wreaths Across America official channels on social media for the most up-to-the-minute news on the mission throughout the year:

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Double Your Impact Today!

An item from the folks at Wreaths Across America, which may be of interest to members.  If any member of the Branch wishes to sponsor one or more wreaths, be sure to have them placed at the “CAPNSF – San Francisco National Cemetery at the Presidio of San Francisco” – as our cadets are a big part of that service.


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Very soon, you’ll received the letter I sent you in the mail about Giving in July.

This month, WAA is giving back to groups that share our values of patriotism, community service, and unwavering commitment to honoring those who served. And we want you to join us!

When you sponsor a wreath today, your gift does double duty by supporting like-minded non-profits, too! Your $17 sponsorship:

  • Supports like-minded groups that are doing good in their local communities
  • Supports the yearlong mission to remember, honor and teach
  • Provides free educational programs
  • Places one fresh balsam wreath on a veteran’s grave

I hope you’ll take advantage of this amazing opportunity to double the impact of your sponsorship and support two causes that are meaningful to you.

Together, let’s keep the mission to Remember, Honor and Teach going all year long.

Sincerely,

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Karen Worcester
Executive Director

 
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