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.
In the spring of 2014, Chris Waltenburg is hiking the Appalachian Trail (at the age of 60) to support the Brent Woodall Foundation for Exceptional Children. The hike will cover more than 2,000 miles and will raise more than $10,000 for autistic children. You can learn about the details of Chris's hike here, follow his journey here and learn about […]
Twelve (12) Educational Awards worth $500.00 each are available through the New York Firefighter's Burn Center Foundation. The grants honor FF Michael V. Kiefer, who made the supreme sacrifice during the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 These grants shall be awarded for various types of schooling, be it academic, technical or a personal interest […]
On Tuesday, May 27, 12:00pm, those interested are invited to join 9/11 Parents & Families of Firefighters and WTC Victims on the steps of City Hall in a “press conference for respect” to protest the removal of World Trade Center remains to an aboveground tomb. Attendees are requested to arrive by 11:45am. City Hall Broadway […]
A Caring Hand’s annual benefit will be held at Apella at 6:30pm on Wednesday, May 28, 2014. A Caring Hand, The Billy Esposito Foundation honors Cantor Fitzgerald employee Billy Esposito by providing a place for bereaved children and families to grieve. A Caring Hand is the only non-profit in New York City solely dedicated […]
There will be a benefit from 7:00pm to 11:00pm on Friday, May 30, 2014 at O’Neill’s Bar & Restaurant. All proceeds benefit FF Thomas McDermott of Engine 262, who lost his home to a fire on May 18, 2014. Admission is $50.00, which included an open bar and hot and cold buffet. All proceeds will […]
The "With Eddie's Help Summer Blast Off" will be held Friday, May 30, 2014 from 8:00pm to midnight at Martell's Tiki Bar in Point Pleasant Beach. The event will be held rain or shine. The cost is $75.00 per person, which includes an open bar (including frozen and specialty drinks), a barbecue buffet and DJ. […]
This year’s Captain Martin J. Egan 5-K Memorial Run will be held on Sunday, June 1, 2014 at 10:00am. Please gather at the Midland Beach picnic area on Midland Beach, Staten Island. Participants can register on race day from 8:00am to 9:00am. The day's events will include a free children's fun run with medals awarded […]
This year’s Captain Martin J. Egan 5-K Memorial Run will be held on Sunday, June 1, 2014 at 10:00am. Please gather at the Midland Beach picnic area on Midland Beach, Staten Island. Participants can register on race day from 8:00am to 9:00am. The day's events will include a free children's fun run with medals awarded […]
The annual Joseph Plumitallo Memorial Golf Outing will be held this year on Monday, June 2, 2014 at the Rockville Centre Links Club. Registration begins with breakfast and registration at 10:00am, with a shotgun start at 11:45am. A BBQ lunch will be served on the course. Cocktails, dinner awards, open bar and auction follow the […]
The annual International Death, Grief and Bereavement Conference will be held in La Crosse, Wisconsin from Monday, June 2, 2014 to Wednesday, June 4, 2014. This year’s topic is Sudden and Traumatic Death. A pre-conference workshop will be held on Sunday, June 1, 2014. To register or learn more, please contact conted@uwlax.edu. University of Wisconsin-La Crosse […]
The annual Joseph Plumitallo Memorial Golf Outing will be held this year on Monday, June 2, 2014 at the Rockville Centre Links Club. Registration begins with breakfast and registration at 10:00am, with a shotgun start at 11:45am. A BBQ lunch will be served on the course. Cocktails, dinner awards, open bar and auction follow the […]
After a long hiatus due to construction, the new Brookfield Place (aka World Financial Center) food court will open on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. The food court will be known as Hudson Eats. Fourteen chain restaurants will open, featuring salads, Mexican food, upscale grilled cheese, pizza, sandwiches and cupcakes.
Lt. Steven Reisman of the FDNY died on Sunday, June 1, 2014 after a long battle with World Trade Center-related brain cancer. He was 54. His funeral service will be held on Tuesday, June 3, 2014 between 2:00pm and 6:00pm at Sinai Chapel in Fresh Meadows, Queens. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to […]
FDNY Lt. John Halpin died on Thursday, May 29, 2014 of World Trade Center-related illness. He had a long and distinguished career with Ladder 33. Other assignments included E-75, L-34 and E-67. Lt. Halpin was the married father of four. His son James is an NYPD officer and Iraq veteran and his son John followed […]
Captain William C. Olsen, retired FDNY EMS, died of site-related illness on Sunday, June 1, 2014. His wake will be held at the John Vincent Scalia Home for Funerals on Staten Island on Tuesday, June 3, 2014, from 7:00pm – 9:00pm and on Wednesday, June 4, 2014, 2:00pm – 4:00pm & 7:00pm-9:00pm. His funeral will […]
The annual FDNY Medal Day ceremony will be held on Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 11:00am at the New York State Armory in Manhattan. NYS Armory 68 Lexington Avenue (between 25th & 26th Streets) New York, NY
FDNY Lt. John Halpin died on Thursday, May 29, 2014 of World Trade Center-related illness. He had a long and distinguished career with Ladder 33. Other assignments included E-75, L-34 and E-67. Lt. Halpin was the married father of four. His son James is an NYPD officer and Iraq veteran and his son John followed […]
Captain William C. Olsen, retired FDNY EMS, died of site-related illness on Sunday, June 1, 2014. His wake will be held at the John Vincent Scalia Home for Funerals on Staten Island on Wednesday, June 4, 2014, 2:00pm – 4:00pm & 7:00pm-9:00pm. His funeral will take place at 11:00am on Thursday, June 5, 2014 at […]
FDNY Lt. John Halpin died on Thursday, May 29, 2014 of World Trade Center-related illness. He had a long and distinguished career with Ladder 33. Other assignments included E-75, L-34 and E-67. Lt. Halpin was the married father of four. His son James is an NYPD officer and Iraq veteran and his son John followed […]
Captain William C. Olsen, retired FDNY EMS, died of site-related illness on Sunday, June 1, 2014. His funeral will take place at 11:00am on Thursday, June 5, 2014 at St. Clare's Church in Great Kills, Staten Island. Captain Olsen will be buried in Resurrection Cemetery in Pleasant Plains. St. Clare’s RC Church 110 Nelson Avenue […]
Retired NYPD Det. James “Barney” Ferguson passed away on Saturday, May 31, 2014. His wake will be held at Schuyler Hill Funeral Home on Thursday, June 5, 2014, from 2:00pm – 5:00pm and from 7:00pm – 9:00pm. His funeral Mass will be on Friday, June 6, 2014,at 10:00am at Our Lady of Perpetual Help. He […]
The thirteenth annual Leonard W. Hatton Memorial Golf Classic will be held on Friday, June 6, 2014 at the Pebble Creek Golf Club in Colts Neck. The event is dedicated to New York FBI Special Agent Leonard W. Hatton, who gave his life in the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center on September 11, […]
As part of International Migratory Bird Day, the annual Captain Jason Dahl Dove Race for Youth will be held on Saturday, June 7, 2014 at 2:00pm. More than 100 white homing pigeons will be released to raise funds for local charities. These doves will “race” back to their home lofts in Arvada, CO. Prizes are […]
The Absecon 9/11 Memorial Committee is looking for merchandise that didn’t sell during the town’s City-Wide Yard Sale. A dealer has agreed to buy these leftovers from the committee to benefit the building of the Absecon September 11th Memorial. Items needed are: clothing, shoes, belts, hats, scarves, handbags, gloves, neckties, bed linens and blankets, pillows, […]
FF Jimmy Martinez of the FDNY needs a stem cell transplant. His World Trade Center-related multiple myeloma has outlasted 5 rounds of chemotherapy. There will be a bone marrow donor drive for FF Martinez at Hopkins Hall of Our Lady Queen of Peace Roman Catholic Church on Staten Island on Sunday, June 8, 2014 from […]
FF Jimmy Martinez of the FDNY needs a stem cell transplant. His World Trade Center-related multiple myeloma has outlasted 5 rounds of chemotherapy. There will be a bone marrow donor drive for FF Martinez at Hopkins Hall of Our Lady Queen of Peace Roman Catholic Church on Staten Island on Sunday, June 8, 2014 from […]
The Absecon 9/11 Memorial Committee is looking for merchandise that didn’t sell during the town’s City-Wide Yard Sale. A dealer has agreed to buy these leftovers from the committee to benefit the building of the Absecon September 11th Memorial. Items needed are: clothing, shoes, belts, hats, scarves, handbags, gloves, neckties, bed linens and blankets, pillows, […]
Douglas C. Nagle, 52, passed away on June 11, 2014. Doug was a Marine, a certified welder, auto mechanic and licensed electrician. He was an active member of the local IBEW 743. He spent several days at the World Trade Center after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Doug's memory […]
The 13th annual Brett T. Bailey (BTB) Mako Rodeo will be held in Brielle, NJ on Friday, June 13, 2014 and Saturday, June 14 2014. The weekend begins with the Captains’ Meeting on Friday from 4:30pm to 6:00pm at Hoffman’s Marina West. Boats may leave at the conclusion of the Captains’ Meeting but the final weigh-in will be […]
The 13th annual Firefighter Christopher Santora Educational Scholarship Fund Dinner Dance will take place on Friday, June 13, 2014 at Riccardo’s by the Bridge in Astoria. The event begins at 7:00pm. Tickets are $85.00. All proceeds benefit a variety of scholarships that reflect Christopher's love for education and his other career as a teacher. Tickets […]
The Robert J. Shay, Jr. Golf Outing will be held this year on Saturday June 14, 2014 at Silver Lake Golf Course in Staten Island. Continental breakfast and registration will begin at 9:00am. Golf begins at 10:00am. The after-golf dinner will be held at the Staaten from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. Rob would have celebrated his […]
The Robert J. Shay, Jr. Golf Outing will be held this year on Saturday June 14, 2014 at Silver Lake Golf Course in Staten Island. Continental breakfast and registration will begin at 9:00am. Golf begins at 10:00am. The after-golf dinner will be held at the Staaten from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. Rob would have celebrated his […]
The Firefighter Thomas J. Foley Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in 2001 as a tribute to an American hero who made the ultimate sacrifice on September 11, 2001. The program is intended to provide a lasting legacy to the life of Firefighter Thomas J. Foley by assisting the children of fellow FDNY firefighters in meeting […]
A new family room is open on the Atrium Terrace level of the Museum, providing a private place of comfort and memorialization exclusively for 9/11 family members. This room will replace the temporary family room on the 20th floor of One Liberty Plaza, which will close on June 15. Recognizing the emotional and historical significance […]
This year's DC Raymond M. Downey "Forever Running" Memorial 5-K Run/Walk will be held on Sunday, June 15, 2014 in Deer Park, NY. Registration closes on Thursday, June 12, 2014. More details will be available soon. To learn more, you can also visit the website. Knights of Columbus 759 Long Island Avenue Deer Park, NY […]
The 12th Annual Lt. Charles Garbarini Golf Outing will take place at the Cranbury Golf Club on Monday, June 16, 2014. The outing celebrates the life of FDNY Lt. Charles Garbarini, who was murdered during the World Trade Center terrorist attacks. Breakfast and registration begin at 8:00am. The shotgun start will be held promptly at […]
The tenth annual FF Carl Vincent Bini Memorial Fund Golf Outing will be held on Monday, June 16, 2014 at the South Shore Golf Course in Staten Island. Registration begins at 10:30am. A BBQ will be held at 11:30am. The putting contest starts at 12:30pm. Shotgun start is at 1:00pm. Dinner and raffles will be […]
The 12th Annual Lt. Charles Garbarini Golf Outing will take place at the Cranbury Golf Club on Monday, June 16, 2014. The outing celebrates the life of FDNY Lt. Charles Garbarini, who was murdered during the World Trade Center terrorist attacks. Breakfast and registration begin at 8:00am. The shotgun start will be held promptly at […]
The tenth annual FF Carl Vincent Bini Memorial Fund Golf Outing will be held on Monday, June 16, 2014 at the South Shore Golf Course in Staten Island. Registration begins at 10:30am. A BBQ will be held at 11:30am. The putting contest starts at 12:30pm. Shotgun start is at 1:00pm. Dinner and raffles will be […]
At 6:30pm on Tuesday, June 17, 2014, at the AVA Lounge in NYC, there will be an evening of fashion to benefit Tuesday’s Children. Stella & Dot will show their new arrivals, which will be available for purchase. All proceeds will benefit the work Tuesday’s Children does with the survivors of victims of terrorism. The […]
The third annual FF Billy Quick Memorial Volleyball Tournament will be held on Wednesday, June 18, 2014 at the Beach in Long Beach, NY. Registration begins at 8:00am. The cost to participate is $35.00 per person if pre-registered; $40.00 per person on the day of the tournament. To be considered pre-registered, your check must be […]
The Metro New York Chapter of Concerns of Police Survivors (COPS) will host their Hope Starts under the Stars gala on Thursday, June 19, 2014 at The Sands in Lido Beach, NY. The cocktail hour begins at 6:30pm, with dinner and the program beginning at 7:30pm. The after-party starts at 9:30pm The evening’s dress code […]
Retired air traffic controller Mal Fuller will speak on the topic "9/11 and the Heroes of Flight 93" on Friday, June 20, at 7:30pm in the Hall of Philosophy in Mt. Gretna. Fuller was working in the control tower at the Pittsburgh International Airport on September 11, 2001, the day of the terrorist attacks. He […]
Join the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society at 10:00am on Saturday, June 21, 2014 at the Melville Marriott as experts teach ways to cope with any type of cancer. Speakers will include cancer survivors, social workers and music therapists and others. For complete details and to register, please click here. For more information or to register […]
Police Officer Peter J. Phieffer of the NYPD died of World Trade Center-related liver disease on June 9, 2014, days after his 54th birthday. His Memorial Mass will be held at St. Gertrude RC Church on Saturday, June 21, 2014 at 11:30 a.m. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in his name can be to made […]
Join the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society at 10:00am on Saturday, June 21, 2014 at the Melville Marriott as experts teach ways to cope with any type of cancer. Speakers will include cancer survivors, social workers and music therapists and others. For complete details and to register, please click here. For more information or to register […]
Police Officer Peter J. Phieffer of the NYPD died of World Trade Center-related liver disease on June 9, 2014, days after his 54th birthday. His Memorial Mass will be held at St. Gertrude RC Church on Saturday, June 21, 2014 at 11:30 a.m. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in his name can be to made […]
Watch the Staten Island Yankees play the Williamsport Crosscutters at the 13th annual Chief Jerry Barbara Night, which will be held on Sunday, July 20, 2014, starting at 4:00pm. The $15.00 ticket price includes a hot dog and soda. There will also be a 50/50 raffle, the proceeds of which will fund two scholarships offered […]
FDNY Honorary Firefighter Colin Flood died after a long struggle with leukemia on June 22, 2014, aged 8. His father is FF Kevin Flood, who was a World Trade Center recovery worker. Colin’s wake will be held on Tuesday, June 24, 2014, 7:00pm to 9:00pm & Wednesday, June 25, 2014 2:00pm to 5:00pm & 7:00pm-9:00pm […]
Join the NY Mets and Uniting Against Lung Cancer at Citi Field on Tuesday, June 24, 2014 at 7:10pm and raise funds to battle lung cancer. Tickets are $40.00 each (plus a service charge of $3.25 per ticket). You can buy tickets here. If you would like to learn about sponsorship opportunities or bulk tickets […]
FDNY Honorary Firefighter Colin Flood died after a long struggle with leukemia on June 22, 2014, aged 8. His father is FF Kevin Flood, who was a World Trade Center recovery worker. Colin’s wake will be held on Wednesday, June 25, 2014 from 2:00pm to 5:00pm & from 7:00pm-9:00pm at the Papavero Funeral Home in […]
The New York Police & Fire Widows & Children Benefit Fund’s 30th Annual Game & Family Day will be held at Citi Field on Wednesday, June 25, 2014. The pre-game reception will begin at 6:00pm and the game starts at 7:10pm. Family Day is an opportunity for families of fallen cops and firefighters to come […]
FDNY Honorary Firefighter Colin Flood died after a long struggle with leukemia on June 22, 2014, aged 8. His father is FF Kevin Flood, who was a World Trade Center recovery worker. Colin’s funeral will take place on Thursday, June 26, 2014 at 10:30am at Our Lady of Hope Church in Middle Village, NY. Our […]
FDNY Honorary Firefighter Colin Flood died after a long struggle with leukemia on June 22, 2014, aged 8. His father is FF Kevin Flood, who was a World Trade Center recovery worker. Colin’s funeral will take place on Thursday, June 26, 2014 at 10:30am at Our Lady of Hope Church in Middle Village, NY. Our […]
There will be a 10-13 fundraiser at 7:00pm on Thursday, June 26, 2014 for Denise Beckel, wife of Sgt. Eric Beckel (PSA 7, 43 Pct., Bronx Narcotics) and sister of Det. Richard Henderson of the Bomb Squad. Denise fell ill with a life-threatening liver disease resulting in a complete liver transplant. Many complications have followed and […]
There will be a Pig Roast & Clambake honoring the memory of P.O. Stephen P. Driscoll, NYPD ESU at the Brewster Elks Lodge on Saturday, June 28, 2014, from 1:00pm to 7:00pm. Among the events planned are live music from Whiskey Chicken, DJ Krysty V and the Stephen P. Driscoll Memorial Pipe Band; games for kids; raffles […]
In celebration of July 4th, A Tribute to Old Glory, an exhibit of paintings by Scott Lobaido, will open on Tuesday, July 1, 2014 at 6:00pm with a reception at the Broome Street Gallery. During the reception, LoBaido will create an American flag painting in three minutes. A number of LoBaido’s works celebrating the American flag will be shown and will be available for purchase. The exhibit can also be seen from Wednesday, July 2, 2014 through Friday, […]
The New York Lizards’ 2014 Heroes Day will take place on Thursday, July 3, 2014 at Hofstra University in Hempstead. Every ticket purchased helps raise funds for the PBA Widows' and Children’s Fund and the Thomas R. Elsasser Fund (a fund for the dependents of firefighters who die from causes other than falling in the line […]
The 11th annual G.R.A.C.E. 9/11 Tribute Run will be held on Friday, July 4, 2014 at 9:00am in Glen Rock’s Veterans’ Park. There will be both 2-K and 5-K events, and a free one-mile walk. G.R.A.C.E. was established shortly after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 to provide assistance to family members of those murdered. […]
Registration for the Woodall Kids Summer Camp ends on July 4, 2014. Session one of camp starts August 4, 2014. To learn more or to register, please click here. Woodall Kids Camp honors Brent Woodall, who was killed at Sandler O'Neill during the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.
The Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation will host a 4th of July evening at beautiful Elevated Acre on Friday, July 4, 2014, at 6:30pm. Included in the evening are performances by the American Military Spouses Choir, “singing policeman” Daniel Rodriguez, the Highland Divas and Nashville Star’s Tommy Stanley; a BBQ; beer, wine and soft drinks […]
Join the 3256 Foundation on Monday, July 7, 2014 for the 13th Annual 3256 Golf Outing to be held at both Cherry Creek Golf Links & The Woods at Cherry Creek, in Riverhead, NY. Registration starts at 9:00am, followed by lunch at 11:00am. The opening ceremony begins at 11:30am, with a shotgun start at 12:00 […]