Healey Brothers Supports and Participates in Wreaths Across America,Helping Lay Wreaths at Gravesides of Veterans in Orange County, N.Y.
Healey Brothers Automotive Group this year again proudly supported and participated in the annual Wreaths Across America parade and placed wreaths on veterans’ resting places at the Orange County Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Goshen, N.Y. The efforts, part of a nationwide and international campaign, are among Healey Brothers’ numerous generous philanthropic initiatives throughout the year in partnership with its Driven to Give Foundation.
Healey Brothers donated money to pay for and laid wreaths placed on gravesites, in addition to providing trucks used in a veterans parade through Goshen, said Jason Healey, Chief Marketing Officer at Healey Brothers. The parade honors military members past and present, including those who received Purple Hearts and served in all branches of the United States military. Gold Star families, whose children made the ultimate sacrifice during their Armed Forces service, also were recognized.
“The ceremony and parade are incredibly touching, inspirational experiences,” Healey said. “Healey Brothers was founded a proud veteran, W.S. Healey, and everyone at Healey Brothers is deeply committed to honoring and celebrating the men and women of our Armed Forces, of every generation. It is imperative that the sacrifices of our heroes are never forgotten, freedom is never taken for granted and that we teach the next generation the value of freedom and paying tribute to our veterans. We are appreciative of everyone whose hard work made this wonderful recognition possible for our veterans of all generations.”
Wreaths Across America on Dec. 13, 2024 included more than 2 million volunteers and supporters across the nation who gathered at 4,600 locations to honor veterans in all 50 states, at sea and abroad. As part of the year-round program, wreaths are laid in honor of or in memory of a loved one who served in the military. Efforts to support veterans take place throughout the year through fundraising and educational programs that help build and expand the network of supporters nationwide.
This year’s impressive turnout of several hundred attendees for the Goshen parade and wreath-laying is a strong foundation for an effort that Healey Brothers hopes will expand even further. “It is crucial to always have more people involved so we can properly sustain support for the families of our fallen,” Healey said. “This important message must always be a priority and Healey Brothers is proud to raise awareness of this vital initiative.”
Healey Brothers thanked the NAM Knights motorcycle club, whose membership of retired veterans provided invaluable assistance and cooperation in making the events so successful. Healey Brothers also saluted David Andryshak, Cemetery Superintendent of the Orange County Veterans Memorial Cemetery. They teamed up to coordinate parade and cemetery logistics.
“Wreaths Across America in Orange County could not happen without the generosity and help of businesses like Healey Brothers,” Andryshak said. “Events like this bring people like this together to create an ever-expanding network of ‘good’. Healey Brothers’ incredible donation and dedication to this event help bring people together to honor those who are incredibly deserving. It confirms there’s so much goodness to be found in today’s world.”
The parade, Andryshak said, is a memorable, enduring experience. “The excitement that this short parade brings to the community is almost always overwhelming. You see people cheering and waving their flags, and fire trucks’ sirens echo off the buildings. It brings a tear to my eye every single year. Young children and students also feel the excitement. It’s just heartwarming, and Healey Brothers’ support is so appreciated.”
Wreaths Across America, which is supported by Chevrolet and the Tri-State Chevy Dealers, is one of Healey Brothers’ holiday efforts. It also supports Toys for Tots, among other charitable endeavors. Established with the Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan, Healey Brothers’ Driven to Give Foundation is a permanently endowed fund to award grants to a wide range of nonprofit organizations in the Hudson Valley, as well as scholarships to students pursuing automotive industry careers. The Foundation extends Healey Brothers’ tradition of supporting nonprofits and other regional civic and philanthropic initiatives.
All Healey Brothers family-owned locations are close to home, no matter where in the Hudson Valley you live. All offer the most modern, convenient car-shopping experiences, whether customers are buying their next vehicle or selling their current vehicle in person or online. Learn more at HealeyBrothers.com. For more information about the Driven to Give Foundation or to donate, visit https://cfosny.org/healey-brothers-driven-to-give-fund/.
About Healey Brothers
Healey Brothers, a family-owned business with 45 years of experience, has nine locations across the Hudson Valley. Its friendly, well-trained employees prioritize treating customers with fairness, honesty and respect. Its vehicle roster includes Chevrolet, Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram, Ford, Hyundai, Kia, Lincoln and Mitsubishi, and it offers parts and services at all locations.
