Celebrate a Decade of Heroic Honor: Preston Sharp's Veterans Flags and Flowers Fundraiser!

Preston Sharp Placing Flags and Flowers at Veterans' Graves

What started as one young boy's heartfelt determination has blossomed into a nationwide movement that reminds us all of the profound respect our veterans deserve. At just 10 years old, Preston Sharp changed the world—one flag and one flower at a time—and now, you have the chance to support his incredible mission at the upcoming Veterans Flags and Flowers Fundraiser on Friday, February 20, 2026, at the beautiful Win River Resort & Casino in Redding, California.

Picture this: It's Veterans Day 2015. Ten-year-old Preston visits his grandfather's grave in a Redding cemetery, proudly placing a flag and flowers. But as he looks around, he's heartbroken to see so many other veterans' graves bare—no flags, no flowers, no visible signs of gratitude on a day meant to honor their sacrifice. Most kids might feel sad and move on. Not Preston. When his mom, April, wisely told him that complaining isn't enough—you have to do something—he looked up with fire in his eyes and declared, "It’s not right, and I am going to do something about it!"

That very night, Preston got to work. He started raising money through chores around the house and set an ambitious goal: to place a flag and flower on every veteran's grave in his local cemetery. But his vision grew quickly. Soon, it expanded to cemeteries across Redding, then surrounding counties, and now, a decade later, Veterans Flags and Flowers has inspired countless volunteers to honor fallen heroes nationwide.

What makes this effort so powerfully moving? It's the deeply personal ritual: Every time Preston or a volunteer places a flag and flower, they speak the veteran's name out loud and say, "Thank you for your service." Because a name unspoken is a hero at risk of being forgotten. This simple, profound act ensures that no veteran is ever overlooked—that their sacrifice echoes through the generations.

This isn't just a story of patriotism; it's a testament to what one determined young person can achieve. Preston's passion has touched hearts across the country, proving that age is no barrier to making a real difference. His unwavering commitment is nothing short of inspiring, and it deserves our full-throated support!

Now, with the 10-year anniversary upon us, time is running out to join this celebration and help keep the mission alive. The Veterans Flags and Flowers Fundraiser is happening in just days—Friday, February 20, 2026! Doors open at the Win River Resort & Casino for an unforgettable evening featuring a delicious included dinner, exciting raffle prizes, and a thrilling live auction.

Tickets are only $70 each (with table options available for groups), and every dollar directly fuels the placement of more flags and flowers on veterans' graves. Demand is high, and seats are limited—this is your urgent opportunity to stand with Preston and ensure our heroes are honored every single day.

Don't wait! Head to www.prestonsharp.net right now, click into the Shop category, and secure your tickets today. Let's pack the house, raise vital funds, and show Preston that his decade of dedication has inspired an entire community to say, loud and proud: Thank you for your service!

Preston Sharp at a Recent Anderson Chamber of Commerce Event Recognizing SHASTA UNFILTERED as a New Member of the Chamber

Together, we can keep veterans' names alive—forever remembered, forever honored. See you there! 🇺🇸🌹