MISSION BBQ Customers Donate $352,930 to Sponsor Veterans’ Wreaths for Placement on National Wreaths Across America Day 2025

142 participating locations will receive veterans’ wreaths because of the generous donations in the communities where MISSION BBQ customers support the mission

COLUMBIA FALLS, Maine, and COLUMBIA, Md., Feb. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MISSION BBQ is proud to announce the donation of $352,930 to national nonprofit Wreaths Across America (WAA). This contribution was made possible thanks to the generosity of MISSION BBQ customers and their support of MISSION BBQ’s special

American Heroes Cups. The donation will sponsor 20,761 veterans’ wreaths to remember our fallen U.S. service members laid to rest at 142 participating locations for placement on National Wreaths Across America Day – Saturday, December 13, 2025.

Today, MISSION BBQ co-founders Bill Kraus and Steve Newton presented this donation to WAA’s executive director Karen Worcester during a special presentation in Columbia, Md., at the restaurant located at 6270 Columbia Crossing Circle.

“The generosity of MISSION BBQ and its customers is a powerful testament to their unwavering support for our nation’s heroes and their families,” said Karen Worcester, Executive Director, Wreaths Across America. “Each wreath placed represents a life honored and a promise to never forget the sacrifices made for our freedoms.”

WAA is best known for its annual wreath-laying ceremonies throughout the United States and beyond at more than 4,900 participating locations. However, the nonprofit’s yearlong mission to Remember the fallen, Honor those who serve, and Teach the next generation the value of freedom is carried out by millions of volunteers across the country through many community programs.

“At MISSION BBQ, we believe in giving back to those who gave so much to us. Through the generosity of our customers, we are proud to help Wreaths Across America continue its mission to Remember, Honor and Teach,” said Kraus.

American Heroes Cups are available year-round, retailing at $4.99, with $2 of every cup purchase donated to a charity supporting national military charities and local first responders. Customers are encouraged to return their American Heroes Cup during future visits to the restaurant and receive $.99 refills. To find a MISSION BBQ location near you, visit https://mission-bbq.com/locations.

This year, Wreaths Across America Day will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2025. To find a location near you to support, please visit www.wreathsacrossamerica.org.