Volunteers Respond to 9/11, Hear Their Stories on Wednesday

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Come meet Jay Winuk,  co-founder of MyGoodDeed.org -- the nonprofit initiative leading the movement to transform 9/11 into an annually recognized National Day of Service -- at the 9/11 Memorial Preview Site this Wednesday. The discussion will cover how volunteerism in the U.S. boomed after 9/11.

Hear his story:

6:30 p.m., Wed., Dec. 8

Also attending will be Bill Keegan of H.E.A.R.T. 911, and a member of the New York Says Thank You Foundation. The three organizations and their leaders have met the challenge of service, response and relief, and crisis counseling across the country and the globe.

Learn more about the orgnaizations in the links below:

Due to limited space, it’s highly recommended that you RSVP online. A suggested donation of $10 per person will help support ongoing programming.

By 9/11 Memorial Staff

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