Wreaths Across America

Tomorrow, we will pay tribute to the American heroes who selflessly sacrificed their lives aboard Flying Tiger Line Flight 739. Please join us for a special event at 2 p.m. ET as we broadcast live from the Vietnam Welcome Home Room located at the WAA National Museum in Columbia Falls, Maine. Watch the ceremony live on Facebook listen live on Wreaths Across America Radio. https://lnkd.in/g7CepmE5

March marks Jersey Mike's Subs' 15th Annual Month of Giving! To celebrate, Jersey Mike’s locations across the country are joining forces with more than 200 local charities, including Wreaths Across America. Learn more about how you can support our mission by visiting your local Jersey Mike's location. The Jersey Mike's Wreaths Across America Day of Giving will be March 26th with 100% of sales will going toward our mission! Thank you for your constant support of our veterans. https://lnkd.in/dA5tKX2

This week's Trucking Tributes features Paul and Kristie Sagehorn! Paul explains that he heard about Wreaths Across America back in 2014 when he heard Debbie Sparks interviewed on a radio trucking channel. “I didn’t usually have it on, but it was that day and they were trying to increase the amount of trucks for Arlington. I was intrigued by what I heard, and I followed up online and once I learned what they were doing I said I have to be a part of this no matter how that happens. It was a lot different back then compared to how we do it now.” Hear from Paul and Kristie on Wreaths Across America Radio today during Trucking Tuesday at 11am and 4pm ET, or read more on the blog: https://lnkd.in/geiBxCav

The inspiration for our 2025 theme, "Keep Moving Forward," is a book authored by Gold Star parents Lloyd and Mary Byers about their son, Joshua Byers' final words. Joshua continues to inspire Americans through his parents, and this is a must-read for those who would like to learn more about the short life of an exemplary young man. The purchase of this book also sponsors a veteran's wreath that will be placed in remembrance of a fallen hero this December on National Wreaths Across America Day. #KeepMovingForward https://lnkd.in/gZ2jqN3m

In honor of the Tuskegee Airmen, the first Black military aviators in the United States, we are excited to share new #KeepMovingForward lesson plans for all ages through Wreaths Across America's TEACH Program. All curriculum is developed by Cindy Tatum, Gold Star Mother and longtime educator. As always, lesson plans are free to download for parents, teachers and all others who are interested in learning about history, community and patriotism! Download the lesson plans here - scroll down and select "Keep Moving Forward" to view them all. https://lnkd.in/e7n8vZrb

Tune in today at 10am ET and every Wednesday for Mission Matters with Karen Worcester! Today, in recognition of Women's History Month, Karen speaks with Chaplain (Ret.) Karen Diefendorf. Don't miss it! Listen: https://lnkd.in/gEkeQENK

This week's Trucking Tributes features Joe and Manny with DB Schenker! Of their first visit to Wreaths Across America headquarters to pick up loads of veterans' wreaths, they shared: "You’ve got two Texas boys up there and you know, it’s really beautiful. It was cold and there was snow everywhere, but we were just taking it all in. You could tell that the people involved up there are genuine and really care about what they’re doing. It was super special and you don’t get to see that every day. Then we got loaded and headed for Arlington where we got to help distribute the wreaths to family members who were coming in for Family Day, there. It was just an incredible experience for both of us.” Learn more about Joe and Manny on the blog, and tune in for their Trucking Tuesday interview on Wreaths Across America Radio tomorrow at 11am and 4pm ET! https://lnkd.in/g9-i9Mhq

This month, Wreaths Across America is a beneficiary of Jersey Mike's Subs' annual Month of Giving! Support our mission by visiting your local Jersey Mike's location or learn more at the link below. https://lnkd.in/dA5tKX2

What a great day. Thank you MISSION BBQ and MISSION BBQ customers for your generosity. And thank you to WAA volunteers and staff for all that you do for the mission. On Thursday, we were presented with a check for $352,930 from MISSION BBQ - a result of their 2024 American Heroes Cups campaign. The donation will sponsor veterans' wreaths to be placed in remembrance of our fallen heroes on National Wreaths Across America Day this December. Thank you, thank you! Read more: https://lnkd.in/dtU9eTha

Yesterday, MISSION BBQ announced the donation of $352,930 to support our mission! This contribution was made possible thanks to the generosity of MISSION BBQ customers and their support of MISSION BBQ’s special American Heroes Cups last year. This donation will sponsor 20,761 veterans’ wreaths to remember our fallen U.S. service members laid to rest at 142 participating locations for placement on National Wreaths Across America Day – Saturday, December 13, 2025. Thank you, Mission BBQ! https://lnkd.in/gRkccTiB