CORP100 - The Maine Troop Greeters
The Maine Troop Greeters is a non-profit group supporting our armed forces serving overseas by greeting troops who arrive at Bangor International Airport.
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REMEMBER the Fallen. . . HONOR those who Serve. . . TEACH our children the value of Freedom.

Welcome to The Maine Troop Greeters' Wreaths Across America Page. 

It began on a winter morning in 1991, after a large and spirited group of citizens drove to Bangor International Airport to welcome home planeloads of returning Troops from Operation Desert Storm. On that first of many days to follow, Kevin Tillman, an Army Sergeant with the 82nd Airborne Division, borrowed a John Bapst Memorial High School student’s saxophone during a refueling stop and delivered a spine-tingling rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner” for the thousands gathered at the airport.

Another war and more than a million and a half Troops later, the airport greetings continue. No matter the hour, members of all branches of the U.S. military and our allies are assured of a handshake, use of a free cell phone and a cookie as they pass through the city’s airport. Many are headed to and from Iraq and Afghanistan as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom/ Enduring Freedom, as well as other hot spots around the globe.

The Maine Troop Greeters and Museum was officially incorporated as a registered non-profit in 2008. Their mission is to express the Nation’s (and our) gratitude and appreciation to the Troops, for those going overseas for a safe return and for those returning for a joyful homecoming and to make their (hopefully brief) stay in Bangor as comfortable and pleasant as possible. Additionally, we will honor the trust placed in us by these troops by preserving and perpetuating the donations entrusted to our care, through the display, education, and sharing of these collections.”

To learn more or to volunteer, please visit www.flybangor.com/troop-greeters

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The America I Remember

Written by Cathy Pagano

Wreaths Across America and American Legion Auxiliary Enter Partnership

Nonprofits agree to work together to help support common missions for veterans and their families.

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A Tribute
by David Kloth

To all the men and women who have sacrificed their lives for their love of country, God and freedom for all.

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Memory
by Janet Albert and Brian Donnelly for Rosaire Albert, Honored by Wreaths Across America

In memory of my Dear husband Rosaire Albert.Thank you for your service Gone but never forgotten. Love always your loving wife Janet Albert and Family

Check out 4 "Remember" recent messages from our supporters. Click "View Remember Wall" to see them all.

Location Information

NAGVRW - Wreaths Across America
4 Point St
Columbia Falls, ME 04623, United States
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National Wreaths Across America Day

Dottie Snatchko, Susan Patten, Wreaths Across America

Directions to Cemetery

Navigation systems do an adequate job finding the cemetery. When you arrive, please follow the people and signs to the site of the ceremony itself.

Parking Instructions

There is plenty of parking at this cemetery, so feel free to park in any available spot.

Ceremony and Volunteer Information

We are happy that you are willing to help with our Wreath Across America ceremony at a participating cemetery . Please do not forget to register to volunteer! That way you will get all updates about the cemetery itself.

Here are some things to remember about the ceremony:

  • Everyone of all ages and backgrounds is welcome.
  • Please help ensure that all participants get the opportunity to place a wreath.
  • Please follow the location coordinators instructions on where to place wreaths, as well as "how" they should be placed.
  • We especially appreciate volunteers willing to help clean-up. Please check in with the location coordinator if you are interested in helping with the clean-up.

The most important thing to remember is to have a wonderful experience participating in the ceremony and thank you so much for help Wreaths achieve our mission to remember, honor and teach.

Our Locations

NAGVRW - Wreaths Across America

Welcome to NAGVRW - Wreaths Across America and thank you deeply for helping us with our goal to honor as many veterans as possible on Wreaths Across America Day, National Wreaths Across America Day. Please click "View" to learn more about our effort or to volunteer to help or click "Sponsor" to purchase wreaths that will be laid on the graves of our fallen heroes by our loyal volunteers.