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REMEMBER the Fallen. . . HONOR those who Serve. . . TEACH our children the value of Freedom.

Welcome to The People’s Patriot Project, where our mission is rooted in honor, remembrance, and continued support for those who have served our nation. One of the ways we live that mission is by proudly partnering with Wreaths Across America to help fill Fort Snelling National Cemetery with wreaths—each one placed to honor a service member who gave their time, service, and sacrifice.

We are grateful and excited that you are willing to stand with us in supporting the Wreaths Across America Ceremony at Fort Snelling. There are two meaningful ways you can help. The first is by sponsoring a wreath, ensuring that a service member’s headstone is honored and their name is remembered. The second is by volunteering on December 13, 2025, joining us as we place wreaths throughout the cemetery and speak each name aloud—because saying their name ensures their legacy lives on.

At The People’s Patriot Project, we believe it is often the smallest acts that carry the greatest meaning. We have heard countless stories from families who visit their loved ones and are deeply moved when they see a wreath placed in remembrance. That simple gesture brings comfort, pride, and a powerful reminder that their sacrifice is not forgotten.

This is where you come in.
For just $17, you can sponsor a wreath and take part in a national mission to remember, honor, and teach. One wreath. One name. One moment of gratitude that lasts far beyond the season. If you are able, consider sponsoring multiple wreaths or bringing your family, friends, or team to volunteer and experience this powerful day of remembrance together.

Please take action today—sponsor a wreath, sign up to volunteer, and help us ensure that every service member at Fort Snelling is honored. Together, we can fill this sacred ground with gratitude, respect, and remembrance.

Thank you for supporting MN0081 – Fort Snelling donations through The People’s Patriot Project and Wreaths Across America.
Because together, we Remember. Together, we Honor. And together, we ensure they are never forgotten by Teaching our children the value of freedom.

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Location Information

MNFSNM - Fort Snelling National Cemetery
7601 34th Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55450-1105, United States
Click here for the Fort Snelling National Cemetery Page
Veteran Graves: 198,000
Coverage Goal: 198,000
Wreaths So Far: 789
Ceremony On: December 19, 2026 at 11:00 am
Ceremony At: 
Wreath Placement: Immediately Following Ceremony

Location Coordinator: Andrea Eichmann, Mark E. Petersen

Directions to Cemetery

Navigation systems do an adequate job finding the cemetery. When you arrive, you may enter Gate 1, 2, or 3 off of 34th St.  The ceremony will be held at the main flag pole in front of the Visitors Center, which is marked as the thick circle on the map. Please allow ample time to park and arrive at the site before the ceremony starts.

Parking Instructions

There is plenty of parking along the sides of the road. When parking, please allow room for other vehicles to pass.  Please be thoughtful of those who may need clear access to the ceremony, and leave room for them near the flagpole.  It was very busy last year, and many struggled to find parking close enough to make the walk.  Handicap parking will be down Mallon Road on the left-hand side. If you need additional assistance, please let one of the Civil Air Patrol members know and they will assist you.

If you would like to have someone special honored with a wreath you can do so by going to:

  • The National Gravesite Locator at https://gravelocator.cem.va.gov/ to find the information required to make the request.
  • After finding the grave specific information, please go to the Wreaths Across America page at https://donate.wreathsacrossamerica.org/?pageId=34024&relatedId=16213&productId=116 and scroll down to find the “Grave Specific” button. To ensure the program works correctly, complete all the information (even the optional items) or we may not be able to place the wreath.


Ceremony and Volunteer Information

We are happy that you are willing to help with our Wreath Across America ceremony at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Please do not forget to register!

Here are some things to remember about the ceremony:

  • This is a solemn occasion to honor those who have served our country. Please conduct yourself in a manner fitting the occasion.  No horseplay.
  • Everyone of all ages and backgrounds is welcome.
  • Ceremonies around the world will be starting at the same moment, so please be on time.
  • We will place wreaths no matter what the weather is. Please dress for any inclement weather that may occur.
  • 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.
  • No sitting on stones
  • No Smoking
  • No Pets
  • No wreaths will be placed before the ceremony. If you wish to place wreaths, please attend the ceremony and we will place them immediately after it.

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.

More Info and Map:  https://wep3.org/waa/ 


Our Locations

MNFSNM - Fort Snelling National Cemetery

Welcome to Fort Snelling National Cemetery and thank you deeply for helping us with our goal to honor as many veterans as possible on Wreaths Across America Day, 19 December 2026. 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.

MNGARP - Grand Army of the Republic Park

Welcome to MNGARP - Grand Army of the Republic Park and thank you deeply for helping us with our goal to honor as many veterans as possible on Wreaths Across America Day, December 19, 2026 (Wreath Placement Immediately Following Ceremony). 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.

We support 13 locations around the world. Click "View Our Locations" to see them all.

Group Members

Ray K's WAA Page (MN0081P - The People's Patriot Project)

Welcome to my personal fundraising page for Wreaths Across America. I am working hard to support The People's Patriot Project and Fort Snelling National Cemetery in our joint effort to fulfill WAA's mission to Remember, Honor, and Teach. Please click "View" to learn more about me and my effort and to help me cover as many graves on Wreaths Across America day, December 19, 2026 (Wreath Placement Immediately Following Ceremony) at 12:00 PM.

Mark P's WAA Page (MN0081P - The People's Patriot Project)

Welcome to my personal fundraising page for Wreaths Across America. I am working hard to support The People's Patriot Project and Fort Snelling National Cemetery in our joint effort to fulfill WAA's mission to Remember, Honor, and Teach. Please click "View" to learn more about me and my effort and to help me cover as many graves on Wreaths Across America day, December 19, 2026 (Wreath Placement Immediately Following Ceremony) at 12:00 PM.

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