Thank you to all who participated in Gold Star Mother's Day by lighting luminaries or holding luminary ceremonies. We have received some beautiful photos from individuals across the country.
To view the photos and read about the event we held in Columbia, Missouri, click here.
A Gold Star Mother is any American woman who has lost a son or daughter in service to the United States. By Presidential Proclamation to honor these Mothers, Gold Star Mother's Day is observed in the U.S. on the last Sunday in September each year.
You can show your support for Gold Star Mothers and our fallen heroes on Gold Star Mother's Day, which is on the last Sunday of September each year, with the Luminary Initiative. Use the links below or in the beige box to your right to learn how.
History of Gold Star Mothers
Shortly after World War I the Gold Star Mothers Club was formed in the United States to provide support for mothers that lost sons or daughters in the war. The name came from the custom of families of servicemen hanging a banner called a Service Flag in the window of their homes. The Service Flag had a star for each family member in the military. Living servicemen were represented by a blue star, and those who had lost their lives were represented by a gold star.
