Ways to give back on the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks
Several organizations offer ways to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. The Never Forget Fund supports educational programming and the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, with a matching donation up to $25 million. The Voices Center for Resilience provides long-term support for those affected by the attacks.
A significant portion of the population lacks personal memories of the attacks, making preservation efforts vital. Commemorative events include a live broadcast of the official ceremony and a "Tribute in Light" display airing on affiliated networks at 8 p.m. on the anniversary.
The Never Forget Fund benefits from a substantial matching pledge by former Mayor Michael Bloomberg. The Voices Center for Resilience has broadened its original mission to assist communities dealing with various tragedies, while the Flight 93 memorial honors the passengers who thwarted an attack on the Capitol.
This focus on charitable giving could help bridge the generational gap between those who lived through the attacks and those who did not. By supporting memorials and resilience programs, society may reinforce collective memory and provide ongoing psychological support for survivors and responders. Furthermore, the expansion of these organizations to address other tragedies could shape a broader cultural framework for handling grief and trauma in the future.