The 2024 Wreaths Across America statistics are in, and we have a lot of be proud of here in Webster.
For the second year in a row, Webster proved that we have one amazing community. Last year, out of 174 participating towns in New York State, our little town ranked #2 for the number of veterans honored on National Wreaths Across America Day on Dec. 14. And out of 6,621 groups that participated nationwide, Webster ranked in the top 2%. What’s particularly impressive about those numbers is that we achieved these rankings with only four participating cemeteries, AND Webster only joined the effort three years ago.
These numbers can be attributed to the incredible support from Webster community members, business owners and service agencies. Several hundred volunteers, including countless veterans, active military and first responders, came out on Wreaths Across America Day on last December to place an amazing 2,100 wreaths on veteran graves at Webster Union, Webster Rural, Union Hill and Holy Trinity cemeteries. (Click here to read the blog I wrote about that day.)
Webster’s amazing commitment to our veterans has grown every year. In 2022, volunteers placed about 650 wreaths at Webster Union Cemetery. In 2023, Webster Rural and Union Hill joined the effort and 1,350 wreaths were placed. Last year, we added Holy Trinity Cemetery, and raised our wreath total to 2,100.
Wow.
So this is all great news. But the goal this year is once again 2,100 wreaths for Wreaths Across America Day on Saturday Dec. 13. That’s a lot of wreaths, but if past experience is any indication, Webster will come through again with flying colors.
Individual wreath sponsorships are just $17, and $5 from each will go directly to the Gold Star Mothers — who have lost an immediate family member in active duty — who care for veterans in need in our community.
Click here to sponsor a wreath, and thank you, Webster, for your support! And stay tuned as plans for Wreaths Across America Day 2025 on Saturday, Dec. 13 start to come together. Follow the Wreaths Across America – Webster Facebook page to keep up on the latest!
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(posted 4/17/2025)
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