We have been invited to support the Sons & Daughters of the 442nd RCT with a meaningful service project at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific at Punchbowl/Puowaina.

Volunteers will help decorate the graves and columbaria of 442nd Regimental Combat Team and Military Intelligence Service veterans with U.S. flags ahead of the Joint Memorial Service. This is a simple but important way for our Scouting community to honor the legacy, sacrifice, and service of these veterans.

This opportunity is open to Scouting alumni, Eagle Scouts, families, friends, coworkers, and anyone else who would like to join us in service. Please feel free to invite others who may want to participate.

Details:

Event: 442nd RCT and MIS flag planting

Location: National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific at Punchbowl/Puowaina

Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026

Time: 8:00 am until finished

Estimated time commitment: 2 to 4 hours, but volunteers are welcome to stay for as long as they are able

Notes: Flags and assignment sheets will be provided. Volunteers should bring their own water. Arrival times may be staggered in 15-minute windows to avoid backup.

There is also a need for a smaller group to help remove the flags:

Flag removal: Monday, September 28, 2026

Time: 8:00 am

Estimated time commitment: As long as volunteers are able to stay

To RSVP, please contact Juanita Allen directly and let her know you are volunteering with Scouting Alumni and Friends: cabottern@gmail.com

Please include your name, the number of people in your group, whether you can help with the flag planting, flag removal, or both, and your approximate arrival time or availability.

Mahalo for considering this opportunity to serve and remember those who served before us.