MONTE VISTA - Wreaths Across America™, a nonprofit 501-c3 organization, was formed as an
extension of the Arlington Wreath Project. The Arlington Wreath program was started by Morrill Worcester ( Worcester Wreath ) in 1992 with the donation and laying of 5000 Christmas wreaths to Arlington National Cemetery. This became an annual journey for Mr. Worcester.  It was relatively obscure until 2005 when a photo of the stones adorned with wreaths and covered in snow circulated around the internet. The project received National attention. Thousands of requests poured in from all over the country from people wanting to emulate the Arlington project at their National and
State cemeteries spurred the creation of “Wreaths Across America™.”  Unable to donate thousands of wreaths to each state, Mr. Worcester conceived the idea of sending 7 wreaths (one for each branch of the military as well as POW/MIA).

In 2007 the Worcester family established the nonprofit group Wreaths Across America™ to further promote Veterans remembrance. The mission Remember, Honor and Teach characterized the projects goals perfectly.

The wreath laying, held annually on a Saturday of December was unanimously voted by the U.S. Congress as “Wreaths Across America™ Day.”  Wreaths Across America™ would not be successful without the help of the volunteers, many active organizations and the generosity of the trucking industry.

We collectively thank our military and their families for “Our Freedom”! Our goal is to have enough wreaths sponsored so that every veteran’s grave will be honored. If you are interested in sponsoring a wreath contact Pam Self at 825-8216 or 849-3154. The cost is $15.00 per wreath with all orders and money needed by Nov. 24, 2020. Please send your request and money to Pam Self, P.O. Box 97, Homelake, CO 81135. The wreaths will be delivered to the Colorado Veterans Community Living Center at Homelake.

This year’s ceremony will be livestreamed on Facebook at 10 am on Dec. 19, 2020. Homelake staff will place the wreaths this year to support our ongoing efforts to continue to keep safe the veterans who live at Homelake, the staff who care for them and our community at large.