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National Cemetery Administration

 

Saluting Branches 2024

Who & What

Saluting Branches* is a national day of service where tree care professionals volunteer their time and skills to care for trees and landscapes at national cemeteries, honoring our nation's Veterans by improving the appearance and safety of cemeteries, which are symbols of our nation's history and service.

Volunteers are encouraged to post photos or tributes on VA's Veterans Legacy Memorial (VLM).

When & Where

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at participating cemeteries.

Start times are between 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. (local time). End times are between 2:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. (local time). Some locations may have a different start time. Please refer to instructions from your Site Leader.

Get involved: September 2025

The event will take place September 17, 2025. Learn about next years tree planting in remembrance of Veterans or fill out an online location request.

Saluting Branches: Volunteering for 10 years in national cemeteries to honor Veterans.Saluting Branches event organizers coordinate with cemetery staff and volunteer tree care professionals.

Participating Cemeteries

Alabama

Alaska

Arizona

Arkansas

California

Colorado

Connecticut

Delaware

Florida

Georgia

Hawaii

Illinois

Indiana

Iowa

Kansas

Kentucky

Louisiana

Maine

Maryland

Massachusetts

Mexico (San Rafael)

Michigan

Minnesota

Mississippi

Missouri

Montana

Nebraska

Nevada

New Hampshire

New Jersey

New Mexico

New York

North Carolina

North Dakota

Ohio

Oklahoma

Oregon

Pennsylvania

Puerto Rico

Rhode Island

South Carolina

South Dakota

Tennessee

Texas

Utah

Vermont

Virginia

Washington

West Virginia

Wisconsin

Wyoming


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