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Military Women's Memorial Kicks Off Giving in July 2021 With Wreaths Across America

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021

This year, through WAA's Group Sponsorship Program, the Military Women's Memorial (MWM) joins those dedicated groups and individuals as a sponsor, raising funds to support its mission as well as that of WAA.

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  • This year, through WAA's Group Sponsorship Program, the Military Women's Memorial (MWM) joins those dedicated groups and individuals as a sponsor, raising funds to support its mission as well as that of WAA.
  • MWM is America's only major national memorial and education center to honor all women's service to the nation.
  • Through this national program, WAA has given back nearly $15 million in local contributions over the last 13 years.
  • Wreaths Across America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded to continue and expand the annual wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery begun by Maine businessman Morrill Worcester in 1992.

Wreaths Across America Kicks Off Giving in July 2021

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Friday, June 25, 2021

COLUMBIA FALLS, Maine, June 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, national nonprofit Wreaths Across America (WAA) announces the kick off toits annual Giving in Julycampaign a month dedicated to the groups and individuals giving back in their communities while helping to share the mission to Remember, Honor and Teach.

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  • COLUMBIA FALLS, Maine, June 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, national nonprofit Wreaths Across America (WAA) announces the kick off toits annual Giving in Julycampaign a month dedicated to the groups and individuals giving back in their communities while helping to share the mission to Remember, Honor and Teach.
  • Through this national program, WAA has given back nearly $15 million in local contributions over the last 13 years!
  • Like and follow Wreaths Across America on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter and LinkedIn , and tune in to Wreaths Across America Radio to learn more about the many #GivingInJuly Sponsorship Groups throughout the country and how they are playing a part in their own communities.
  • Wreaths Across America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded to continue and expand the annual wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery begun by Maine businessman Morrill Worcester in 1992.

There's Still Time in 2020 to Help Wreaths Across America and Do Something Great for Your Community in 2021

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Monday, December 28, 2020

Building on this effort, Wreaths Across America (WAA) is announcing a wreath matching campaign for its registered Sponsorship Groups that is open now, and willrun throughFriday,Jan.

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  • Building on this effort, Wreaths Across America (WAA) is announcing a wreath matching campaign for its registered Sponsorship Groups that is open now, and willrun throughFriday,Jan.
  • This campaign is only for veterans' wreaths sponsored through a localWAA Sponsorship Group in your area.
  • With your help, the goal is to reach the $15 million-dollar milestone in early 2021.
  • Wreaths Across America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded to continue and expand the annual wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery begun by Maine businessman Morrill Worcester in 1992 .

2020 National Wreaths Across America Day Sees the Placement of 1.7 Million Veterans' Wreaths at 2,557 Participating Locations Across the Country

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Saturday, December 19, 2020

"The 2020 theme for Wreaths Across America has been 'Be an American worth fighting for,' and this year I have been blessed to see my fair share," said Karen Worcester, executive director of Wreaths Across America.

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  • "The 2020 theme for Wreaths Across America has been 'Be an American worth fighting for,' and this year I have been blessed to see my fair share," said Karen Worcester, executive director of Wreaths Across America.
  • "The determination of the American people and their commitment to the mission to Remember, Honor, Teach, made it possible for us to move forward this year, safely.
  • We are humbled, and forever grateful for the outpouring of support from all across the country."
  • Wreaths Across America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded to continue and expand the annual wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery begun by Maine businessman Morrill Worcester in 1992 .

Schneider Driver and Marine Veteran Hauling “Most Precious Cargo” to Arlington National Cemetery

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Thursday, December 10, 2020

The Marine veteran is joining Wreaths Across America in hauling and delivering truckloads of balsam fir wreaths from Worcester Wreath Company in Columbia Falls, Maine, to Arlington National Cemetery and over 2,100 other locations across the country and abroad as a national tribute to fallen military veterans.

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  • The Marine veteran is joining Wreaths Across America in hauling and delivering truckloads of balsam fir wreaths from Worcester Wreath Company in Columbia Falls, Maine, to Arlington National Cemetery and over 2,100 other locations across the country and abroad as a national tribute to fallen military veterans.
  • Lehr is one of a select group of drivers delivering the wreaths to Arlington.
  • Schneider has participated in the wreath delivery almost since the program began, but this is Lehrs first time carrying the honorable cargo.
  • For more information about Schneider, visit Schneider.com or follow the company socially on LinkedIn and Twitter: @WeAreSchneider.

Wreaths Across America Makes National Call to Stand Out and Wave Flags to Remember 9/11 Anniversary

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Tuesday, August 25, 2020

Mr. Worcester also donated the land for this new National Cemetery to be built in his hometown.

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  • Mr. Worcester also donated the land for this new National Cemetery to be built in his hometown.
  • Please use the hashtag #FlagsAcrosstheCountry and #AmericaStrong when posting on social media and tag the Wreaths Across America Official Facebook page .
  • Wreaths Across America is the non-profit organization best known for placing veterans' wreaths on the headstones of our nation's fallen at Arlington National Cemetery .
  • Wreaths Across America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded to continue and expand the annual wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery begun by Maine businessman Morrill Worcester in 1992 .

"Be an American Worth Fighting For"

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Wednesday, January 8, 2020

Today, the organization announces the theme for 2020 is "Be an American Worth Fighting For."

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  • Today, the organization announces the theme for 2020 is "Be an American Worth Fighting For."
  • "Be an American worth the sacrifice.
  • "Those young men and women who are in Arlington National Cemetery and other cemeteries, they earned the right for you to be an American worth fighting for."
  • This sentiment speaks volumes as more United States military are deploying to serve and fight, if needed, to protect the freedoms we enjoy as American citizens.

High Transit Delivers Remembrance Wreaths in Arlington National Cemetery Ceremony

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Monday, December 16, 2019

ARLINGTON, Va., Dec. 16, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- High Transit LLC, a specialty heavy-haul transportation company based in Lancaster, Pa., delivered more than 4,000 balsam wreaths with red ribbons to Arlington National Cemetery for Wreaths Across America.

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  • ARLINGTON, Va., Dec. 16, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- High Transit LLC, a specialty heavy-haul transportation company based in Lancaster, Pa., delivered more than 4,000 balsam wreaths with red ribbons to Arlington National Cemetery for Wreaths Across America.
  • The Arlington trailer was one of three loads delivered by High Transit for Wreaths Across America.
  • High Transits rig was one of 57 trucks hauling more than a quarter million wreaths to Arlington National Cemetery for this years ceremony.
  • Wreaths Across America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded to continue and expand the annual wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery begun by Maine businessman Morrill Worcester in 1992.

2019 National Wreaths Across America Day Sees the Placement of 2.2 Million Veterans' Wreaths at 2,158 Participating Cemeteries

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Sunday, December 15, 2019

At Arlington National Cemetery, in spite of rain and cold, more than 38,000 volunteers placed 254,000 wreaths.

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  • At Arlington National Cemetery, in spite of rain and cold, more than 38,000 volunteers placed 254,000 wreaths.
  • "The theme for Wreaths Across America this year has been 'everyone plays a part,' and I am reminded daily how true this statement really is," said Karen Worcester, executive director of Wreaths Across America.
  • Wreaths Across America believes the tradition represents a living memorial that honors veterans, active duty military and their families.
  • National Wreaths Across America Day is a free event and open to all people.

Interstate Van Lines Joins Wreaths Across America to Honor Our Nation’s Fallen Heroes

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Friday, December 13, 2019
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20191213005053/en/
    Interstate Van Lines is proud to support the mission of Wreaths Across America, which is to Remember, Honor and Teach.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Interstate is proud to support the mission of Wreaths Across America, which is to Remember, Honor and Teach, says Interstate President John (J.D.)
  • On December 10, Interstate driver John Graham departed for Columbia Falls, Maine to pick up 4,545 wreaths destined for Arlington National Cemetery, where 50 Interstate volunteers will participate in Saturdays wreath-laying ceremony.
  • Earlier in the week, Interstate driver Morris Pearsall hauled 4,518 wreaths over 1,500 miles from Maine to veterans cemeteries in New Jersey and West Virginia.