Pilot Company and BCB Live are embarking on their second year of collaboration as sponsors for Wreaths Across America Radio, and this time, they’re joined by Stars and Stripes as a new media partner. Stars and Stripes, recognized for delivering independent news and information to the U.S. military community, is a natural partner for the station’s live coverage of the 2023 escort to Arlington, Va.
Wreaths Across America Radio, dubbed “A Voice for America’s Veterans,” dedicates its 24/7 programming to content that resonates with Gold Star and Blue Star families, military veterans and their families, and the millions of volunteers associated with Wreaths Across America. Continuing its tradition, Wreaths Across America Radio will provide live, extensive coverage of the annual Escort to Arlington, the nation’s lengthiest veterans’ parade, spanning from Saturday, Dec. 9, to the morning of Saturday, Dec. 16, which marks National Wreaths Across America Day.
The broadcast on Wreaths Across America Radio will feature complete coverage of each escort stop’s ceremony, incorporating interviews with Gold Star and Blue Star families, veterans, military families, and other distinguished guests. Additionally, it will cover the Wreaths Across America Annual Appreciation Dinner and Rally in Crystal City, Virginia, held the evening before National Wreaths Across America Day.
For those eager to tune in, Wreaths Across America Radio offers a 24/7 internet stream accessible on the iHeart Radio app, Audacy app, TuneIn app, or by clicking here.
“Wreaths Across America Radio is honored to be supported by such great partners who make the coverage of the escort to Arlington possible,” said Jeff Pierce, director of broadcast and media partnerships at Wreaths Across America. “Pilot Company is an invaluable supporter throughout the entire Wreaths Across America program year after year, and we are grateful to BCB Live for returning this year to help us with this effort. The addition of Stars and Stripes as a media partner allows us to provide better opportunities for Wreaths Across America Radio listeners to be a part of the week’s events as we continue to remember the fallen, honor those who serve, and teach the next generation the value of freedom.”
National Wreaths Across America Day ceremonies are set to unfold at over 4,000 locations nationwide on Dec. 16. Individuals interested in volunteering or sponsoring a wreath for placement can explore opportunities near them.
To meet the goal of placing a wreath on every eligible marker at Arlington National Cemetery, a total of 259,000 sponsored veterans’ wreaths are required. To contribute a $17 sponsorship, supporting year-round missions and placing a veteran’s wreath in honor of an American hero this year, or to register for volunteering, visit www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/ARLING.
Source: The Trucker
