September 11th: National Day of Service and Remembrance

In April 2009, President Obama signed the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act into law, which states that September 11th be officially recognized as Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance.

According to serve.gov, "The tragic events of September 11, 2001 inspired Americans to come together in a remarkable spirit of unity and compassion. It was a stark reminder that our fate as individuals is inherently tied to the fate of our nation. Eight years later, September 11 continues to evoke strong emotion and is an homage to sacrifice and a call to action."

If you are looking for ways to answer the president's call to serve your community, you can check out the volunteer opportunities at JFS.