On Saturday, December 16, the Broomfield Rotary Club sponsored the annual Wreaths Across America event, honoring the fallen heroes who served our country. The club laid wreaths on the graves of veterans at the Broomfield County Commons Cemetery, joining thousands of volunteers across the nation in this solemn tribute.
The Broomfield Rotary Club has been involved in Wreaths Across America since 2015, when they sponsored 100 wreaths for the local cemetery. Since then, the club has increased its sponsorship every year, with 150 wreaths this year.
The club also welcomed volunteers to help with the wreath laying ceremony, which started at 10 a.m. at the cemetery. The ceremony included a moment of silence, a presentation of colors, and a speech by Broomfield Mayor Guyleen Castriotta. The volunteers then placed the wreaths on the graves, saying the name of each veteran aloud and thanking them for their service.
The Broomfield Rotary Club is proud to have been part of Wreaths Across America, a nonprofit organization that coordinated wreath-laying ceremonies at over 2,500 locations across the United States and abroad. The mission of Wreaths Across America was to remember the fallen, honor those who serve, and teach our children the value of freedom.
If you would like to learn more about Wreaths Across America or the Broomfield Rotary Club, please visit their websites or contact them via email or phone. Thank you for your support and participation in this noble cause.