Support Event

Wreaths Across America event at Nashville National Cemetery

December 16, 2023

10:00 AM - 12:30 PM CST

Nashville Platoon

Event overview

We are excited to share an incredible volunteering opportunity with you. The Mission Continues Nashville Service Platoon is participating in an event you wouldn't want to miss! You are invited to join PLT615 as we unite to honor our fellow veterans at the upcoming Wreaths Across America event. This event, scheduled for December 16, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at the Nashville National Cemetery, is more than just a gathering; it's a solemn occasion to embody the core values of The Mission Continues. We will REMEMBER those who've made the ultimate sacrifice, HONOR those who've served, and TEACH the next generation the profound value of Freedom. The importance of this event cannot be overstated. It's a proud tribute to the brave men and women who've served our nation and impacted our community. By joining hands and laying wreaths, we can create a legacy of service our citizens will be proud of. Let's rally our spirits and invite our loved ones to make this event an unforgettable tribute. The Mission Continues is a national, non-profit organization dedicated to empowering veterans to continue their service, and this event is an excellent opportunity to learn more about the organization and its mission. To better understand what to expect, we will lay hundreds of wreaths and honor 36,000 of our Nashville neighbors who served and are now laid to rest. We encourage everyone to attend, especially veterans, as your presence matters, your actions matter, and your unity matters. Let's stand united and make our presence felt by paying tribute to the brave souls who've served our nation and impacted our community. Let's make this event a profound and memorable experience. Here are some things to remember about the ceremony: -Everyone of all ages and backgrounds is welcome. -Please help ensure that all participants can place a wreath. -Please follow instructions on where and how to place wreaths. -We especially appreciate volunteers willing to help clean up.

Type

Support Event

What To Wear

TMC blues, Business casual, Cold weather, Casual (nice jeans, etc.)

Accessibility

Handicap Parking available

What to Bring

Volunteer Spirit! Bring a positive and respectful attitude as they participate in this meaningful event.

Who's Invited

Groups
Kids (under 13)
Teens
Adults (21+)
Seniors (55+)
Adults (18+)

Event Contact

When and where

Date

December 16, 2023

Time

10:00 AM - 12:30 PM (CST)

Location

Nashville National Cemetery

1420 Gallatin Pike S.
Madison, TN

Parking Information

Free parking on-site

- Parking: Park along the road in the rear, following the flags set up for the ceremony. Please park as close to the side as possible, leaving room for a vehicle to get around you but off the grass. - Navigation: Navigation systems do an adequate job of finding the cemetery. - Ceremony location: The ceremony is at the back of the cemetery. Follow the road to the rear of the cemetery and look for the flags set up for the ceremony. - Arrival time: We recommend arriving around 10-10:30 a.m., so you have time to park and walk to the ceremony site. - Ceremony start time: The ceremony begins at 11 a.m. sharp. Please plan accordingly.

Who We Are

The Mission Continues is a national non-profit that empowers veterans to continue serving in our nation’s under-resourced communities, giving veterans the opportunity to keep serving even after the uniform comes off, right here at home. Our programs deploy veterans and volunteers to work alongside nonprofit partners and community leaders to improve educational resources, tackle food insecurity, foster neighborhood identity, and more.  

Who should volunteer?

Our service projects are for all veterans with a desire to continue their service and for all non-veterans that want to be part of a nationwide movement to transform communities. Please note, age and accessibility accommodations can be made at any project. There is room for everyone to make an impact. 

How to volunteer 

Click “Attend” to fill in simple volunteer information. You will get an email confirmation and updates about this event through your choice of email and text messages. 

What is a Service Platoon? 

Service Platoons are your opportunity to engage and connect with veterans and community members while generating community impact in a real and tangible way. Led by veteran volunteer platoon leaders, each platoon works with dedicated community partners and volunteers to provide the manpower and support that they need to help them do their work more effectively. 

We currently have service platoons in more than 40+ cities across the country that are having events at least once a month. Everyone is invited to serve, regardless of veteran status: a service platoon is for you if you have a passion for service. 

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