Wreaths Across America is a nationwide effort to remember our fallen heroes, honor those who serve, and teach the value of freedom.
Each December, volunteers place wreaths on headstones at national and state veterans’ cemeteries and other locations across the country. Truck drivers and carriers play an integral role in this mission every year, supporting the movement of wreaths from Maine to distribution hubs and cemeteries nationwide. Their equipment, time, and expertise help ensure every sponsored wreath reaches its destination on schedule.
Keep reading to find out more about Wreaths Across America 2025, and how your team can get involved this year.
Wreaths Across America Day 2025
The 2025 National Wreaths Across America Day is scheduled for Saturday, December 13, 2025. Ceremonies will take place at Arlington National Cemetery and thousands of participating locations across all fifty states, as well as sites overseas.
The organization coordinates millions of wreaths, multiple convoy routes, and complex distribution plans. This requires transportation partners who can assist with long-haul moves, regional routes, and local final deliveries.
The 2025 theme, “Keep Moving Forward,” was chosen to highlight the resilience shown by individuals, communities, and the nation as a whole.
“There will always be challenges to overcome as individuals, communities and a country, but we must keep moving forward together. This year, we will share not only the Byers’ story of resilience but also the stories of many others who continue to live with purpose every day and have chosen to keep moving forward,” said Karen Worcester, Executive Director of Wreaths Across America.
Why Carriers Choose to Participate
- Meaningful service: Carriers help support families and communities who gather to honor veterans.
- Strong driver involvement: Many drivers volunteer for these loads because of personal ties to military service or because they value the mission.
- Community connection: Fleets gain visibility in local ceremonies and often build relationships with civic and veterans groups.
- Positive company culture: Participation brings employees together and reinforces a sense of shared purpose.
- Industry representation: The program showcases the essential role the trucking industry plays in supporting national events.
How to Get Involved
Fleets can participate at several levels, depending on their network and resources.
- Volunteer transportation: Offer tractors, trailers, and a driver to move wreaths to one or more cemeteries. Some routes are long-haul, while others are shorter regional or local trips.
- Sponsor transportation: If equipment is tight, companies can help fund transportation costs for routes that still need support.
- Combine efforts with partners: If a full route is not possible, consider taking a single leg or working with another carrier to share the haul.
- Encourage driver involvement: Many drivers want to participate directly. Give them the option to volunteer for a Wreaths Across America load hauling wreaths or take part in placement activities.
- Support the event locally: If your nearest cemetery hosts placement day, encourage local staff to join the volunteers or help distribute wreaths on site.
- Promote the mission: Share information across company channels, encourage community participation, and highlight the program for anyone who may want to get involved.
Wondering How to Sign Up?
Wreaths Across America provides a dedicated portal for transportation partners with details on available routes, timing, and requirements. Carriers can register to volunteer equipment or sponsor transportation here.
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