In this week’s edition of Trucking Tributes, host Susan Patten shines a spotlight on the professional drivers and trucking companies who make the Wreaths Across America mission possible.

Without the trucking community, the mission to Remember, Honor, and Teach would be nearly impossible. In 2024 alone:

800 truckloads of wreaths were delivered

390+ carriers and partners were involved

4,909 participating locations across the U.S. and overseas

Now, the 2025 season has officially begun, and WAA is calling on carriers and drivers to join the Honor Fleet. With more than 5,200 participating locations nationwide, there are plenty of lanes to fit carriers’ schedules and equipment.

Courtney George, WAA’s Director of Transportation and Industry Relations, emphasizes: “I feel like I say it every year, but we need trucks. Some of our open loads require pickup in Maine at our headquarters, but I’ve got some out of Greensboro, some out of Phoenix, and some out of Mississippi. This year, we’ve got nine cross-docks, so if you can’t make it to Maine, that’s not a big deal. If you’re a carrier or an owner-operator, there is a place for you to help.”

Professional drivers often say this is the most meaningful cargo of their careers—helping families and communities honor their fallen heroes. From wreaths on grills to personal stories that give goosebumps, the impact lasts a lifetime.

Want to get involved? Email Wreaths Across America to start the onboarding process and join the Honor Fleet today.

Guest:

Courtney George | Director of Transportation & Industry Relations, Wreaths Across America

Host:

Susan Patten | Wreaths Across America Radio

Links:

Wreaths Across America: https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org

National Wreaths Across America Day: Saturday, December 13, 2025

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