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Are You Ready to Move the Mission?

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Wreaths Across America has kicked off the 2024 wreath season, and we have more than 20 new loads that will need your support to deliver this December! With over 4,600 participating locations nationwide this year, we can help you find the perfect lane to haul a truckload of respect. Click the button below to find your lane! Need some assistance? Don’t hesitate to reach out to the Wreaths Across America Transportation Team.

Wreaths Across America Honor Fleet partners can give back to veterans and their families while gaining valuable brand exposure and opportunities for press coverage, employee engagement, and driver recruiting and retention. If you know of local carriers or professional drivers who may want to get involved in your network, please don’t hesitate to send them our way!

The Wreaths Across America Transportation Team is grateful for you and your dedication now and all year.

Remember – Honor – Teach

With gratitude,
WAA Transportation Team
 

Find Courtney at Upcoming Events
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Learn more about opportunities to move the mission from Courtney George, Wreaths Across America’s Director of Transportation and Industry Relations, at these upcoming events:

Don’t want to wait? Respond to this email to get in touch with Courtney today!
 

You’re Invited: Stars, Stripes and White Lines
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The 2nd Annual “Stars, Stripes and White Lines” event returns to the Atlanta Motor Speedway on November 1-2, 2024, proudly supporting Wreaths Across America. Hosted by the Bennett Family of Companies in collaboration with Tony Justice, this event aims to be the largest patriotic show in the trucking!
 

Listen Live: Wreaths Across America Radio
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Don’t miss Trucking Tuesdays on Wreaths Across America Radio! Tune in for Trucking Tributes, America’s Trucking Network, Logistics of Logistics, Sense Per Mile, Standing Out with Trey Griggs, and Contagion Effect.
 

Support Transportation

Your support matters! Click the button below to make a $5 donation to the transportation program.
 

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.
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A message from Prince Jordan concerning CAPNSF – San Francisco National Cemetery at the Presidio of San Francisco

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Information about an up-coming remembrance event in the Bay Area.

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Thank you for Sponsoring Wreaths and Volunteering for National Wreaths Across America Day. I am this year’s Location Coordinator for CAPNSF – San Francisco National Cemetery at the Presidio of San Francisco, and I am writing with information about our ceremony scheduled for December 14, 2024 (Wreath Placement Immediately Following Ceremony).

We are excited to announce that we are just 120 days away from our annual program and wreath laying ceremony, which will be held at the San Francisco National Cemetery. The Wreaths Across America San Francisco Team, in partnership with the American Legion Salesian Post 599, is honored to continue this cherished tradition to REMEMBER the fallen, HONOR those who serve, and TEACH our children the value of Freedom.

We invite you to join us for this special event and to volunteer with us. Following the wreath placement, light refreshments will be served for all attendees.

I will keep you updated with more details in the coming weeks as we finalize this year’s program. Thank you once again for your unwavering support. We look forward to seeing you there.

Thank you very much for supporting CAPNSF – San Francisco National Cemetery at the Presidio of San Francisco. Please click More Information for more about our mission to Remember, Honor, and Teach.

Prince Jordan & Hanley Chan
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Wave Your Flag With Us 🇺🇸

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Summer is winding down, schools are reopening, and many who graduated in June have set off to begin the next chapter of their lives. That includes thousands of young men and women who signed up to serve in the U.S. military.

 

September also brings us the anniversary and remembrance of 9-11. This year, we will once again have a special flag-waving ceremony to remember not only those lost that day but also to honor those who joined our military in the wake of that horrendous attack. Before the smoke cleared from the rubble, Americans united in prayer and resolve to protect our land and way of life, and young men and women volunteered to be in harm’s way. That American spirit alone is the cause of optimism for our country.

 

It is appropriate that from Ground Zero, they will read the names of those who died on that tragic day in the same way we say the names as we place wreaths on National Wreaths Across America Day. Through this, we teach our children about the cost of freedom.

 

I hope you will join us as we proudly and optimistically wave the American flag like we do each Tuesday morning in remembrance and celebration of our freedoms.

 

With gratitude,
Karen Worcester
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Live with Purpose: Optimism for America
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In this month’s Live with Purpose video, we share our respect and appreciation for those who choose to serve our country and highlight their optimism for America. This video features Our Community Salutes, an organization that celebrates and supports high school seniors enlisting in the U.S. Armed Services after graduation with recognition, networking, education, and community support.
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Wave Your American Flag

Wave your American flags with us on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, between 9-10 am EST in remembrance of those lost on 9/11/01.

 

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Wreaths Across America’s Educational Resources
Optimism in America

Did you know? Wreaths Across America’s TEACH Program publishes new content regularly!

 

Download our newest lesson plans focusing on Optimism in America.

 

You can also browse our full library of free curriculum for learners of all ages by clicking the button below.
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Share Your Story on Wreaths Radio

Want to share your Wreaths Across America story? Or maybe you have an event coming up?

Schedule an interview here.

Wreaths Across America Radio is everywhere you are! Listen live by clicking on the button below.
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Visit the Mobile Education Exhibit
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The Mobile Education Exhibit is heading to New York and Massachussets!

The Mobile Education Exhibit brings local communities and our military together across the country with education, stories, and interactive connections. Support this year-round initiative here.
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Featured Merchandise
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Check out our NEW Grocery Totes!

This vibrantly printed, laminated grocery tote shows your daily support for Wreaths Across America.

 

The famous iconic picture taken years ago is nicely displayed on both sides of the bag!
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What Does Ambition Mean To You?

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Last weekend, WAA staff and the Columbia Falls, Maine, community welcomed nearly 200 volunteers, sponsors, partners, veterans, and Blue Star and Gold Star families to our 11th Annual Stem to Stone event. Over three very busy days, we shared laughter and tears and learned from each other’s experiences. I can tell you that I walked away with a renewed commitment to share with our millions of supporters, and I am so thankful to all who joined us in person and spirit!

 

In this month’s issue, you will read about some special individuals and organizations recognized for going above and beyond for the mission, such as the Veterans Heritage Site Foundation, which created the Great Smoky Mountain Veterans Gravesite Project to help identify and honor veterans who are buried throughout Great Smoky Mountains National Park, which spans five different counties between Tennessee and North Carolina. We also continue our Live with Purpose series this month, focusing on “Their Ambitions + Aspiration” and getting the first peek at next month’s new curriculum centered around the next attribute of a veteran’s wreath, “Their Optimism for America.”

 

This program and mission continue to grow because millions of individuals like those we met this weekend in Maine continue to “Find a Way to Serve” daily in their communities. Our volunteers’ time and commitment are key factors in our successful mission!

 

I personally want to thank all of you for your continued support. Your hands and hearts make a successful journey from Stem to Stone possible.

 

With gratitude,
Karen Worcester
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Service in any capacity. That is what Michael Del Rosario, Army veteran and director at Walmart Private Fleet, strives for. Michael brings his ‘soldiers mentality’ to his position at Walmart – one of our longtime corporate partners – ensuring success and growth for himself and his team, especially for those returning to civilian life.
 

2024 Award Winners

Every year, we’re honored to recognize individuals who are committed to the Wreaths Across America mission. On Saturday, we announced this year’s award winners during our annual Stem to Stone event. Click on each award below to learn more about this year’s recipients.
 

Wreaths Across America’s Educational Resources
Live with Purpose Ambitions and Aspirations Lesson Plan

Did you know? Wreaths Across America’s TEACH Program publishes new content regularly!

 

Download our new Lesson Plans on Ambitions and Aspirations.

 

You can also browse our full library of free curriculum for learners of all ages by clicking on the button below.
 

Wreaths Across America Radio is On the Road!
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Did you know that Wreaths Across America Radio has 60 unique programs related to veterans, their families, and Wreaths Across America Volunteers? Tune in today!
 

Visit the Mobile Education Exhibit
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In August, the Mobile Education Exhibit will host public events in Maine, Florida, and New York!
 

You’re Invited: TEACH Webinar
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Our next TEACH Webinar will take place on Tuesday, August 13th from 4-5pm ET.

 

This webinar series is 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. Register now!
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Featured Merchandise

This year’s ornament reminds us of all the ways we can Live with Purpose.

 

The beautiful full-color printing is displayed on this quality metal piece, which you can enjoy for years to come!
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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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Double Your Impact During Giving In July!

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Our year-round teaching mission continues through the summer with our Live with Purpose series. This month, we talk with Vickie Koutz, Past National President of the American Legion Auxiliary, about the attributes of humility, selflessness and modesty displayed by our servicemen and women.
It’s also the time of year when we spotlight our incredible sponsorship groups nationwide through our “Giving in July” campaign. Our dedicated volunteers work year-round in their communities to ensure that their local service members laid to rest each receive a veteran’s wreath on National Wreaths Across America Day. Many of these groups utilize our $5 payback program to support other veterans’ causes in their hometowns or the 3-for-2 program to help place as many veterans’ wreaths as possible come December.

 

The importance of and appreciation for our volunteers cannot be overstated. They certainly inspire all of us here at Wreaths Across America. We hope you will join us in supporting their efforts now and in the future.

As we kick off the summer and celebrate our continued independence, let us recommit to the yearlong mission to Remember, Honor, Teach.

“There is nothing stronger than the heart of a volunteer.” — Gen. James H. Doolittle

With gratitude,
Karen Worcester
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Join Us For Giving In July!
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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

There’s still time to register for 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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Wreaths Across America’s Educational Resources

Did you know? Wreaths Across America’s TEACH Program publishes new content regularly!

Download our new Lesson Plans on Humility, Selflessness, and Modesty by clicking on the button below. You can also browse our full library of free curriculum for learners of all ages!
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Browse Curriculum

Wreaths Across America Radio is On the Road!
RADIO TRAVEL COLLAGE

Tune in live as Wreaths Across America Radio covers:
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Visit the Mobile Education Exhibit
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In July, the Mobile Education Exhibit will visit Iowa and Illinois before traveling to Biddeford, Maine for a Wall That Heals event July 17-21.
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Featured Merchandise

We’re excited to announce that our new 2024 Live with Purpose Challenge Coins are now available!

Keep a coin on hand to remind you of all the ways you can Live with Purpose and never be without a show of your support of Wreaths Across America.
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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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