Annual Family-Friendly Volunteer Events Will Support Local Nonprofits and Unite Hundreds of Community Members in Remembrance
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(Valhalla, NY) – To honor the lives lost and forever changed by the events of September 11, 2001, Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins and Volunteer New York! will host the 16th annual 9/11 Days of Service across Westchester County from Sept. 8-11.
Jenkins said: “The 25th anniversary of Sept. 11 is an opportunity to remember those we lost, honor the heroes who answered the call and elevate the spirit of service that united our nation in the days that followed. Through Westchester County’s 9/11 Days of Service, we invite residents of all ages to come together and carry forward the legacy of compassion and resilience that emerged from one of our country’s darkest days. Every act of service, no matter how small, is a meaningful way to honor those whose lives were forever changed.”
Registration is now open at www.volunteernewyork.org/serve for volunteer opportunities that address local needs, including combating food insecurity and supporting a blood drive with the New York Blood Center. Activities include writing letters to deployed military personnel, packing 50,000 meals, preparing sandwiches and assembling hygiene kits for the unhoused, among other projects hosted at various locations across Westchester County.
Volunteer New York! Executive Director Polly Lagana said: “As our country commemorates the 25th anniversary of 9/11, we are honored to work with the county to make our 9/11 Days of Service the largest volunteer event in our County – open to all. Our community needs volunteerism more than ever, to meet the most critical needs facing our community and to build connection and unity. Resources will be available to inspire and educate our community members on ways they can participate in volunteerism throughout the year.”
Robison is the lead sponsor of this event, with additional support from Empire City Casino by MGM Resorts, 911Day and AmeriCorps, WMC Health, and The Construction Industry Council.
Robison General Manager Shannon Lambert said: “For the 11th year in a row, Robison is proud to support ‘9/11 Days of Service’ day of service in honor of those whose lives were changed forever by this tragic event. Amidst the catastrophic loss of life, we witnessed heroism and a unified spirit that strengthened our communities and brought out the best in all of us. Service to community is a value at the core of our business, and we thank Westchester County for allowing us to join Volunteer New York! in supporting this important remembrance.”
TAKE ACTION:
Online registration is now open for individuals, groups, schools and families at www.volunteernewyork.org/serve. Several family-friendly volunteer opportunities are available. Advanced registration is required to participate. Projects will take place Sept. 8-11.
2026 9/11 Days of Service
EVENT SCHEDULE
www.volunteernewyork.org/serve
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 – Yonkers Partners in Education
· YPIE Serves for 9/11 Day (Exclusive to YPIE Students)
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 – Iona University
· Youth In Action for 9/11 Day: 4:30 PM – 6 PM
o Create Laundry Sachets for HOPE Community Services
o Assemble Hygiene Kits for WestCOP Oasis Emergency Overnight Shelter
o Pack Snack Bags for the Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle
o Create Mindfulness Kits for Cancer Support Community of Greater NY & CT
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 – Westchester County Center
· Give Back Together for 9/11 Day: Shifts from 12 PM – 1:30 PM, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM, and 4:30 PM – 6 PM.
o Create Scarves for the Westchester Continuum of Care Partnership for the Homeless
o Create Cards & Activity Pouches for Troops served by United for the Troops
o Create Laundry Sachets for Lifting Up Westchester
o Create Mindfulness Kits for Hope’s Door
o Make Sandwiches with One Sandwich at a Time
o Donate Blood to the New York Blood Center
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 – Monroe University
· Pack 50,000 Meals for 9/11 Day: Shifts from 11 AM – 12:30 PM and 1 PM – 2:30 PM.
About Volunteer New York!
Volunteer New York!’s mission is to mobilize our community to address its greatest challenges. We envision a community that is vibrant, resilient, and equitable and see volunteerism and civic engagement as important and powerful strategies to achieve this vision. Volunteer New York! is a one-stop resource devoted to increasing volunteerism in Westchester and our surrounding communities.
Last year, Volunteer New York! helped to inspire more than 40,000 volunteers to take action and to coordinate more than 531,000 hours of service that supported more than 300 nonprofits and local organizations, providing a value of $20.4 million back to our community.
Volunteer New York!’s Corporate Champions include: The Journal News & LoHud.com, MasterCard, New York State Power Authority Canal Corporation, Regeneron, Morgan Stanley, M&T Bank, PKF O’Connor Davies, Robison, Webster Bank, Corporate AV, PCSB Community Foundation, WMC Health, Empire City Casino, Million Air, Neuberger, Paraco, RAND, Rethink Capital, UBS Financial Services, and Yankwitt LLP. With additional and ongoing support from U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, the New York State Office for Aging, and the Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services.
About 9/11 Day
Founded in 2002, the nonprofit 9/11 Day led the successful effort to establish September 11 as a federally recognized National Day of Service and Remembrance. Each year, tens of millions of Americans observe the day by performing good deeds in honor of those who perished, were injured or sickened; the survivors; the first responders; and all who rose to serve in the aftermath of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Learn more at 911day.org.
About Robison
The House That Service Built
For more than 100 years, Robison has been a staple in Westchester and Putnam counties, servicing thousands of homes while earning an A+ from the Better Business Bureau. Robison’s longevity can be attributed to its ability to keep up with customers’ comfort needs and convenience. Robison delivers biofuel in place of traditional 100% petroleum-based fuels. Robison also installs and services the latest eco-friendly heating and cooling equipment and offers state-of-the-art energy-efficient heating and cooling systems that can reduce your energy consumption and help you save money. Robison is a “one-stop shop” where homeowners can have all of their energy needs satisfied. Robison has staff working 24/7 to respond promptly and efficiently to any home service demand. For the past 100 years, and now more than ever, “You’ve Got A Friend In Robison!”