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Monday, September 11th was a Day of Service and Remembrance — and a Wonderful Commemoration of the Heroes of 9/11

The Volunteer Center’s Annual Day of Service and Remembrance provided our community a terrific opportunity to say “thank you” to the local heroes we count on every day.

Winnetka FDFamily members, friends, neighbors and service groups joined together all over the community to recognize local police, firefighters and rescue professionals for their daily heroism and sacrifices on Monday, September 11.

Members of local communities everywhere dropped off:

  • Cards or letters expressing gratitude
  • Children’s artwork depicting their heroism
  • PURCHASED bakery goods
  • Other expressions of personal gratitude 
This project was sponsored by the Volunteer Center

Let us know you participated. Send an email and photos to info@VolunteerCenterHelps.org

The Volunteer Center of N.E. Metropolitan Chicago

 

 

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