Remember and Serve
On September 11, 2001, the nation grieved together for lives lost and for lives forever changed. In the succeeding years, individuals and community organizations sought to overcome the hatred and horrors witnessed that Tuesday morning by uniting in service to remember the victims of September 11th. Congress officially recognized the date as a National Day of Service and Remembrance in 2009. Come together with friends and neighbors to make a positive impact in your community by participating in service and remembrance activities this year.
If you want to find a place to volunteer, you can start your search at United We Serve. You can search for activities by specifying a cause or interest that you have, or you can search for volunteer opportunities by location. You can also register an event to publicize it to other potential volunteers.
You may have seen an opportunity to make a difference in your community. You can be the start of positive change by coordinating a special event for remembrance in your neighborhood. Bring your friends and family together for a simple dinner and meaningful discussion. You might initiate a drive to raise resources for a local food bank or a homeless shelter.
The terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 shocked and enraged people around the world. It would be easy to become consumed by fear and anger in the aftermath. Americans should choose to reach out to one another and build solidarity in their towns and cities. Become a part of the National Day of Service and Remembrance to heal the wounds of tragedy and to find a way forward together.