9/11 Tribute Center programs are offered throughout the year. Lectures, educational workshops and support programs are available to unite family members who lost loved ones, survivors, Lower Manhattan residents, rescue and recovery workers and volunteers who assisted in the aftermath of 9/11. Visit tributewtc.org for a schedule of upcoming programs and events.
September 2019
Shawn Nassaney 911 Mile Challenge
Ten friends of Shawn Nassaney who ran with him have pledged to run 911 miles each between September 11, 2019 and September 11, 2020. They each hope to raise at least $911.00 for the foundation in Shawn’s name. Shawn Nassaney and his girlfriend, Lynn Goodchild were headed to Hawaii for vacation when they boarded United Flight 175 on the morning of September 11, 2001. Terrorists hijacked their plane and few it into the South Tower of the World Trade Center.…
Find out more »October 2019
Dine with a Purpose and Support the Ray Pfeifer Foundation – Lindenhurst, NY
From now until the end of 2019, Restoration Kitchen & Cocktails in Lindenhurst, NY will donate their profits (yes, all of their net profits) to two charities -- the Ray Pfeifer Foundation and Kids Need More. Restoration Kitchen & Cocktails is a family-owned business that donates all of their net profits to charity. The Ray Pfeifer Foundation assists those rescue and recovery workers who are sick with World Trade Center-related illnesses. Restoration Kitchen and Cocktails 49 East Hoffman Avenue Lindenhurst,…
Find out more »December 2019
Send good wishes/holiday cards to retired NYPD Officer Mike Vinitsky
Retired NYPD Police Officer Mike Vinitsky, formerly of the 71st Precinct, had to retire due to head injuries he received guarding a prisoner. This summer, Mike suffered a heart attack. On top of this, he has been diagnosed with ALS. Currently, Mike is hospitalized at Coney Island Hospital. He is using a feeding tube and has a tracheotomy, leaving him unable to speak. His only family is his 80-year-old mother who suffers from Alzheimer’s. His fellow officers are visiting, and request…
Find out more »Light up Wethersfield, CT with Keane Foundation Luminaria kits for Christmas Eve
Be a part of the joy of a 45-year-old Wethersfield tradition by displaying luminaria, special votive candles in sand-lined bags, along your property this Christmas Eve. Luminaria are most beautiful when entire neighborhoods display them. It is recommended that you display bags at the end of your yard 6-10 feet apart along the road. Each luminaria kit costs $1.50, and includes the 14-hour candle, special bag, and instructions. All proceeds raised will benefit the Keane Foundation’s After School Enrichment Programs and…
Find out more »Wake for Retired FDNY Captain Dennis M. Gilhooly
Retired FDNY Captain Dennis M. Gilhooly died of World Trade Center-related cancer on November 30, 2019 at the age of 68. Dennis served as a New York State Trooper before joining the FDNY in 1981. Dennis began his career at E-75. After suffering serious burns, he was promoted to Fire Marshal. In 1991 he was promoted to Lieutenant and transferred to E-67. In the aftermath of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, Dennis was promoted to Captain and worked…
Find out more »Funeral for Retired FDNY Captain Dennis M. Gilhooly
Retired FDNY Captain Dennis M. Gilhooly died of World Trade Center-related cancer on November 30, 2019 at the age of 68. Dennis served as a New York State Trooper before joining the FDNY in 1981. Dennis began his career at E-75. After suffering serious burns, he was promoted to Fire Marshal. In 1991 he was promoted to Lieutenant and transferred to E-67. In the aftermath of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, Dennis was promoted to Captain and worked…
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