Chattanooga, October 11, 2025
News Summary
Chattanooga is set to hold a donation event for Wreaths Across Chattanooga on December 13, aiming to place wreaths on all graves at the National Cemetery. Donations of $10 will support the initiative, requiring over 51,000 wreaths for veterans interred in the cemetery. Community members are encouraged to contribute at designated locations, ensuring each veteran is remembered during this touching tribute. Following the event, a wreath removal opportunity will be available on January 25 for volunteers.
Chattanooga to Host Wreaths Across America Donation Event for National Cemetery on December 13
Chattanooga will host a donation event for Wreaths Across Chattanooga on Saturday, December 13, aimed at placing commemorative wreaths on all graves at the Chattanooga National Cemetery. Volunteers will collect donations at two primary locations: Food City on Signal Mountain Road and Elder’s Ace Hardware on Highway 58.
The initiative seeks to ensure that every one of the over 51,000 veterans interred at the cemetery receives a wreath, enhancing the annual remembrance of military service members. Each wreath costs $10, a price kept stable through a partnership with Food City, making this a financially accessible way for community members to contribute. Donations are also welcomed by mail to Wreaths Across Chattanooga, 426 Market Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402, or can be made online at www.chattareaveterans.com/wac.
The demand for wreaths is expected to increase, with an additional 1,400 veterans anticipated to be laid to rest at the Chattanooga National Cemetery by 2025. This projection emphasizes a growing need for wreath placements in the coming years. The organization behind this initiative, Wreaths Across Chattanooga, operates entirely on a volunteer basis, highlighting the community’s dedication to honoring its veterans.
On the day of the event, wreaths will be placed on graves at the Chattanooga National Cemetery, a touching tribute to those who served the country. The community has previously participated in various events, including a Memorial Day Ride that honors fallen veterans and supports the placement of additional wreaths at the cemetery.
Following the December 13 event, there will be a separate volunteer opportunity on Saturday, January 25, for the removal of wreaths from the cemetery. Volunteers interested in assisting are encouraged to bring gloves, trucks or SUVs, rakes, and a sense of patience, as the process can be labor-intensive. The Chattanooga Wreaths Across America organization has expressed its gratitude to all volunteers, recognizing their vital contributions to remembering the sacrifices made by veterans.
FAQs
What is the purpose of the Wreaths Across Chattanooga donation event?
The event aims to place a wreath on each grave at the Chattanooga National Cemetery.
When is the donation event taking place?
The donation event will occur on Saturday, December 13.
Where can donations be made?
Donations can be made at Food City on Signal Mountain Road and Elder’s Ace Hardware on Highway 58, as well as by mail and online.
What is the cost of each wreath?
Each wreath costs $10.
How many veterans are interred at the Chattanooga National Cemetery?
There are over 51,000 veterans laid to rest at the Chattanooga National Cemetery.
How many additional veterans are expected to be laid to rest by 2025?
An additional 1,400 veterans are expected to be laid to rest at the cemetery by 2025.
Are the volunteers involved in the initiative paid?
The organization is 100% volunteer-based.
What will happen after the wreaths are placed?
A separate volunteer event will take place on Saturday, January 25, for wreath removal from the cemetery.
Key Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Date | December 13 |
| Donation Locations | Food City (Signal Mountain Road), Elder’s Ace Hardware (Highway 58) |
| Cost Per Wreath | $10 |
| Total Veterans Buried | Over 51,000 |
| Expected Veterans by 2025 | 1,400 additional veterans |
| Organization Type | 100% volunteer-based |
| Wreath Removal Date | January 25 |
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- Chattanoogan: The Barn Nursery Supports Wreaths Across Chattanooga
- Local 3 News: Volunteers Needed to Retire Wreaths from Chattanooga National Cemetery
- Wikipedia: Wreaths Across America
- Google Search: Wreaths Across Chattanooga
- Google Scholar: Wreaths Across Chattanooga
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Wreaths Across America
- Google News: Wreaths Across Chattanooga
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