Louisville, Kentucky, November 25, 2025
Volunteers in Louisville are urgently seeking donations for over 2,000 wreaths to honor veterans at Zachary Taylor National Cemetery this holiday season. With the deadline approaching, community support is essential to ensure that each veteran’s grave is respectfully adorned. The wreath-laying ceremony is scheduled for December 13, where families and volunteers will honor the nation’s fallen heroes.
Urgent Appeal for Wreath Donations to Honor Veterans at Zachary Taylor National Cemetery
Louisville, Kentucky – Volunteers are urgently seeking over 2,000 additional wreaths to honor veterans at Zachary Taylor National Cemetery this holiday season. With the final day to donate approaching, community support is crucial to ensure every veteran’s grave is adorned.
Current Donation Status
As of November 25, 2025, approximately 9,000 wreaths have been sponsored, leaving a significant shortfall to cover the cemetery’s 11,000 graves. Each wreath costs $17, and organizers emphasize that every donation ensures a veteran’s grave is remembered. The deadline for sponsorship is next Monday, December 1, to allow volunteers time to place the wreaths before the annual ceremony.
How to Contribute
Donations can be made online through the Wreaths Across America website. Local businesses, such as Brownsboro Hardware and Paint, are also participating in the fundraising efforts. Sponsorships are $17 each and can be purchased online or in person at either Brownsboro Hardware and Paint location. Donations will be accepted through December 1.
Wreath-Laying Ceremony Details
The wreath-laying ceremony is scheduled for noon on Saturday, December 13, at Zachary Taylor National Cemetery. Volunteers, families, and community partners are invited to participate in this meaningful event to honor the nation’s fallen heroes.
Background on Zachary Taylor National Cemetery
Zachary Taylor National Cemetery, located in Louisville, Kentucky, is the final resting place for over 11,000 veterans. The cemetery is named after the 12th President of the United States, Zachary Taylor, who served from 1849 until his death in 1850. Each year, the Wreaths Across America campaign aims to place a live balsam wreath on every grave to honor and remember those who served. The tradition has been growing annually, with a significant increase in wreaths placed over the years. In 2024, approximately 8,784 wreaths were placed, covering 79% of the graves, and the event continues to expand each year.
Contact Information
For more information or to volunteer, please visit the Wreaths Across America website or contact local organizers through Brownsboro Hardware and Paint.
About Wreaths Across America
Wreaths Across America is a nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring veterans by placing wreaths on their graves during the holiday season. The organization relies on community support and donations to fulfill its mission of Remembering, Honoring, and Teaching about the sacrifices made by veterans.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the deadline to sponsor a wreath?
The final day to sponsor a wreath is next Monday, December 1, to allow volunteers time to place the wreaths before the annual ceremony.
How much does each wreath cost?
Each wreath costs $17, and every donation ensures a veteran’s grave is remembered.
How can I donate a wreath?
Donations can be made online through the Wreaths Across America website or in person at Brownsboro Hardware and Paint locations.
When is the wreath-laying ceremony?
The wreath-laying ceremony is scheduled for noon on Saturday, December 13, at Zachary Taylor National Cemetery.
How many graves are at Zachary Taylor National Cemetery?
The cemetery is the final resting place for over 11,000 veterans.
| Key Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Zachary Taylor National Cemetery, Louisville, Kentucky |
| Number of Graves | Over 11,000 veterans |
| Wreath Cost | $17 per wreath |
| Donation Deadline | December 1, 2025 |
| Wreath-Laying Ceremony | Noon on Saturday, December 13, 2025 |
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