September 11th National Day of Service & Remembrance -

September 11th National Day of Service & Remembrance

In 2018, as part of the national movement to preserve September 11th as a day of service and remembrance, Jersey Cares facilitated volunteer projects. These projects included 100 volunteers across three sites in Jersey City, whose population was strongly affected by the events of 9/11. Volunteers honored those affected by the events of September 11th by creating thank-you kits for first responders, landscaping, assisting with a local park’s memorial 5K, and revitalizing a local high school’s 9/11 memorial. Through these projects, volunteers worked to make our communities stronger on a day that years earlier was intended to tear them apart.

Jersey Cares Day of Service

Jersey Cares presents its annual September 11th National Day of Service and Remembrance, a day of “unity, empathy, and service as an enduring and positive tribute to those lost and injured.” On Saturday, September 7th, 2019, Jersey Cares volunteers will come together to strengthen a community deeply impacted by the events of September 11th, 2001. Join Jersey Cares and your neighbors as we dedicate a day of service to that which makes us exceptional – each other. Visit HERE for more information. 

Choose your location then click the appropriate link below to sign up when registration opens!

Julia A Barnes School Volunteer Opportunity

PS 12 Julia A Barnes School – Jersey City This opportunity is appropriate for ages 4+ and runs from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Volunteers will have the opportunity to revitalize an elementary school who is dedicated to equitably educating all students to become responsible, fulfilled, and successful global citizens. From painting inspirational murals on bathroom doors and brightening the harsh city-scape in front of the school to creating family-friendly kits – it’s sure to be a great day of volunteering for one and all! For more information and to register for this location, click HERE.

Liberty State Park Event

Liberty State Park – Jersey City This opportunity is appropriate for ages 14+. 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Volunteers will head to Liberty State Park to maintain the landscape while experiencing breathtaking views of the harbor, Lady Liberty, and Ellis Island. With the skyline in the background, it’s a perfect place to give back to the community while remembering those we lost on September 11th, 2001. For more information and to register for this location, click HERE.