Stand and Remember 9/11 at the Greenwood Cemetery - September 2024

Join The Mission Continues, a Veteran Nonprofit, for a day of service in honor of our United In Service: Honoring 9/11 campaign. This event is dedicated to benefiting Greenwood Historic Cemetery, a site of immense cultural and historical significance.

Established in 1874, Greenwood Cemetery spans 31.85 acres and is the final resting place for approximately 50,000 individuals, with around 6,000 marked headstones. Though it was active until 1993, the cemetery remains a vital link to the past, having been added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2004.

Our efforts will focus on improving the conditions of the grave sites and adding gravel to the access road, helping to preserve the legacy of those interred here. Historic Black cemeteries like Greenwood are crucial for maintaining the rich history and culture of Black communities. These sacred spaces honor the lives of generations who lived through significant periods of American history. By protecting and restoring this cemetery, we pay respect to those buried here and ensure that their stories and contributions are not forgotten.

This project is conducted in partnership with the Greenwood Cemetery Preservation Association, Inc., a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to maintaining this historic site.

Your participation in this event is an opportunity to honor the past, promote social justice, and contribute to the ongoing effort to preserve the history and dignity of this important community landmark.

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Service Project