“We stand on the shoulders of heroes that have gone before us, and really, what we strive to do is live up to their legacy.”
These are the words General James C. McConville shared with journalist Chris Wallace in November, 2020. As the Chief of Staff of the United States Army, General McConville is in his own right a hero. Hearing his humble dedication to those who have served and sacrificed on our behalf truly touched me. Striving to “live up to their legacy” is simpatico with the Wreaths Across America mission, and the new theme for 2021.
Their Legacy is one of courage, character, sacrifice and love of country. These are the attributes that we hope to teach our children. In doing so, we ensure that the next generation fully understands the priceless gift of freedom and it’s cost.
Freedom however cannot be taken for granted and only through the stories of those who have protected it and the personal bond we can form between them and our children can we raise up a generation dedicated to the stewardship of our beloved America.
The future of this nation depends on our “living up to their legacy.” We must help the next generation move forward understanding the principles of patriotism. Patriotism that begins at home, spreads to community, and then to country. In our children we instill the legacy of the future.
YOU'RE INVITED! Join us on VIRTUALLY on Wednesday, Feb. 3, at 12pm EST, as we celebrate the lives and legacy of the Four Chaplains and all those lost on the USAT Dorchester 78 years ago.
WAA will be LIVE from the Baslam Valley Chapel and tip lands where balsam is harvested to make veterans’ wreaths for Wreaths Across America.
As a pay back group, your civic, nonprofit, school or other group can help raise wreath sponsorships for a participating cemetery, and a $5 for each $15 of the funds raised will be given back to you for you to support your program locally. Since 2007, WAA has given back $15 million to other like-minded organizations through this awesome program!
As a 3-for-2 group, a third wreath is placed for every two wreath sponsorships made. This is a great way to ensure as many veterans as possible are honored and remembered at the participating cemetery you support!
Add a New Location
Coordinate a wreath-laying ceremony at a cemetery or veteran’s memorial in your community. Determine if this location is already participating by checking our website. We have resources to help you plan your ceremony and ensure community involvement and success!
Volunteer
Volunteer to place wreaths on National Wreaths Across America Day - Saturday, Dec. 18, 2021 - at any of our 2,550+ participating locations. Involve your friends and family to honor our servicemen, women and families.
Sponsor a Wreath
Honor veterans in your local community by sponsoring a wreath that will be placed on the grave of an American hero in 2021. Every $15 received, places a wreath. It is never too early to support the mission!
If you haven’t tuned in to Wreaths Across America Radio yet, here’s what you’re missing!
Wreaths Across America Radio is a 24/7 Internet stream. Its unique format of informational and inspiring content about members of the U.S. armed forces, their families, military veterans, and volunteers throughout the country and overseas who support the mission.
Along with the informational and inspiring content Wreaths Across America Radio plays a variety of music with the roots firmly planted in patriotism with a country music thread running through the core of the stream. Wreaths Across America Radio has a LIVE morning show every weekday morning from 6 am to 10 am EST, along with a variety of special programs that support the mission to Remember, Honor, and Teach!
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