Dear Michael Barbour,

Thank you for your service …

In a time of great division in our country, I think we can all agree on the debt we owe those who have served in our nation’s military.

While carrying out our mission at Wreaths Across America, we work year-round to share stories of bravery and sacrifice to both honor those that serve, and teach the next generation through their example. And like so many organizations and individuals, we encourage thanking veterans at every opportunity. Read more about my thoughts on this by clicking on the button below.

We encourage people to use our ‘I OWE YOU’ cards as a physical reminder that we know we owe veterans for our freedom, we owe them gratitude and we owe them for our future. Order your free cards today here.

Sincerely,

Karen Worcester

Executive Director

Op-Ed from Joseph Reagan, Director of Military and Veterans Outreach for Wreaths Across America

While we may only celebrate Veterans Day with a few moments of silence each year, we have an opportunity to use those moments to find our own way to serve as part of our commitment to living up to the legacy of our Veterans. Read Joseph Reagan’s Op-Ed titled “Gunther, Havlat, Knauss, and Veterans Day” by clicking on the button below.

New Teach Curriculum Available Now

We have two new lesson plans now available for the month of November!

Check out our lesson plans for Veteran’s Day and American Indian Heritage Month by clicking on the button below.

Wreaths Across America Radio Announces New Strategic Partnerships with Veteran Radio Programs

Wreaths Across America Radio proudly announces entering into a content-sharing agreement with several exciting new program partners! You can listen to Wreaths Across America Radio’s 24/7 internet stream anytime and anywhere on the iHeart Radio app, Audacy app, TuneIn app, or click here to listen.

Tell Us Your Why

Every person involved with the Mission to Remember, Honor, Teach, has a personal reason for participating. We want to hear yours!

Find a Location or Group Near You

Interested in supporting Wreaths Across America in your community this year? Find a participating Location(s) and Groups supporting them near you below.

Registered Locations and Groups participating in the Wreaths Across America program nationwide have permission to use our trademarked name and logo, and each is provided a customized landing page through our main www.wreathsacrossamerica.org website where you can learn more about their local program, sponsor a wreath to be allocated to them directly, and sign up to volunteer. If you would prefer to speak with someone directly to show your support, please contact Customer Service (877) 385-9504, current hours are 7:30am – 7pm (EST).

Get Your Heroes Cup from Mission BBQ

SAVE THE DATE – Nov. 12 kicks off the 2022 MISSION BBQ Heroes Cup Campaign in Support of Wreaths Across America!

Find a location near you to purchase your cup by clicking on the button below.

Featured Merchandise: Sponsorship Cards and Patriot Pairs

Shop our new sponsorship cards for various occasions. For each card purchased, a wreath is also sponsored. All cards include envelopes and are sent directly to the customer to fill out and send to the desired recipient(s).

With our Patriot Pair, you can honor and remember your hero. A veteran’s wreath will be placed at one of our locations and a second purchased wreath with a branch flag will be sent to the address of your choice.

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:

Dear Michael Barbour,

Signs of fall are all around us here in Maine. The morning air is chilly, the sky has turned that special blue, the blueberry bushes that have been harvested have turned a brilliant red and September marks the official end of summer.

September also marks the anniversary of the event that changed our many lives forever.

September 11, 2001. I remember exactly where I was when I heard the news. I was hours away from my kids and I was scared.  My driver turned the car around and we raced home. I went directly to school and got my babies home and like so many others sat glued to the tv watching life as we knew it change forever.

From our living rooms we watched in real time the horror and carnage, but we also witnessed incredible acts of heroism and humanity.

But I also remember Sept 12^th. Our little community gathered that night for a prayer in front of the town hall. Everyone hugging, crying, and comforting each other. There was a marked change in how people engaged with each other from casual encounters in a grocery store to the church pews overflowing with congregations seeking guidance navigating a new threat to our safety, and possibly, freedom.

In the wake of that terrible day, we came together as Americans. We were America, proud of first responders, volunteers and the many young people who joined the military to defend our wounded Country.

I remember, and speak often of, a commercial that showed a row of houses and the narration, “On September 11 terrorists tried to change our Country forever.” The next shot is of every house displaying the American Flag and the simple statement, “well, they succeeded.” It still stirs me to tears, 21 years later.

As we pause to remember on 9/11, I hope we can also reflect on the amazing efforts of those who have survived and succeeded, and those who rallied to meet the unique needs of victims and their families.

WAA’s mission, that is carried out by our many volunteers, includes opportunities to share in important remembrances. We hope you will join us on the 11^th as we have our annual flag waving and also on Labor Day, as we Ring a Bell for Rosies, another opportunity to share the spirit of Americans working together for the common good.

“We’re blessed to have the opportunity to stand for something-liberty and freedom and fairness. And these are things worth fighting for, worth devoting our lives to.” President Ronald Reagan

Karen Worcester

Executive Director

National Flag Waving 9/11

On Sunday, September 11th, we’ll be waving the American flag to commemorate the 21st anniversary of 9/11. You can tune in to the Facebook Live Event that features the WAA office flag waving, and host a flag waving in your community.

Have You Forgotten?

Read about the importance of teaching the value of the freedoms we enjoy in this country every day in a message from Wreaths Across America’s Curriculum Developer, Cindy Tatum. Additionally, you can access our Patriot Day Lesson Plans by clicking on the button below.

Tune In – Wreaths Across America Radio Remembers September 11th 

As we reflect on the events of September 11^th, 2001, we know a lot of people were trying to “find a way to serve” after that tragic day.  If you want to share your story of how you found a way to serve after September 11^th, 2001 e-mail us at waaradio@wreathsacrossamerica.org and tune in starting Friday September 9^th, as we share the stories of service and sacrifice surrounding the events on September 11^th on the iHeart Radio app, the Audacy app, the TuneIn App or click on the button below.

Recognizing Those Who Exemplify Our Mission

Congratulations to this year’s winners of the Wreaths Across America Remember, Honor, Teach, and Learn Awards! Thank you for your outstanding efforts to honor veterans and their families. Read more about the winners below.

Hand-Carved Eagle Presentation

On Saturday, Aug. 6, 2022, Alan Johnston, U.S. Army Veteran and Commander for the Maine Chapter of the Military Order of the World Wars, led the dedication of a hand-carved wood eagle to Wreaths Across America’s founder Mr. Morrill Worcester, as part of the organization’s annual Stem to Stone event in Downeast Maine.

The eagle was carved by 90-year old Navy Veteran George Gunning and painted by his wife of 70 years, Donna, both of Windsor, as a gift of thanks to Mr. Worcester and all those who carry out the Wreaths Across America mission.

Featured Merchandise

Fall is on the way, and cooler temps are already in the forecast!

Purchase the Wreaths Across America 2022 theme game day long sleeve and show your support of the mission.

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: