Kiwanis members met Tuesday for their noon luncheon at the Taylorville Moose Lodge.  Beth Kuntzman informed the club about an organization known as Wreaths Across America.

Wreaths Across America was started in 1992 as an effort to honor our veterans while remembering the fallen.  Kuntzman, who is the location coordinator for Camp Butler National Cemetery, stated that Wreaths Across America is committed to teaching younger generations about the value of their freedoms.  

The program originated at Arlington National Cemetery.  Currently, 1,700 cemeteries participate in the annual holiday wreath placement recognizing those who served our country.  Wreaths are placed by volunteers and are displayed for four weeks.  The cost of the wreaths is $17 each.

For information on wreath sponsorship and volunteering to place wreaths, and to learn more about its mission to you can visit their website at www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/IL0295

The Taylorville Kiwanis Club is part of a global organization focused on supporting youth and the local community.  Weekly meetings are held Tuesdays at noon at the Taylorville Moose Lodge.  For information on the club, go to taylorvillekiwanis.com or email the club at TaylorvilleKiwanis@gmail.com