2013September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance Activities to EngageCommunity Members in <Insert Community Name>

<Insert city or program name>hosts service project to address local issues.

<INSERT CITY>, MICH. – As a way to remember and pay tribute to the victims of 9/11, honor those that rose in service in response to the attacks, and remind people of the importance of working more closely together to improve the world, hundreds of thousands will join together in a day of Service and Remembrance this September 11.

In the Michigan community of <insert community name>, <Insert organization/school/etc>will mobilize more than <insert number>volunteers ina local effort to serve, honor, and remember the historic day. The project will <Insert service day project plans and details. Include what exactly is going on, when it will occur, and where it will be held>.

<Insert quote from organization executive director/school principal/other key figure. For example: “September 11 is obviously a tragic day in American history but it was also a day of great heroism and compassion,” said Joe Smith of ABC Organization.“We hope our service project will not only help to recapture that spirit of compassion but also bring our community together as one as we remember the significant loss of that day.”If you would like to get involved with the <insert program name> service project, contact <insert contact name>.

The September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance is the culmination of an effort originally launched in 2002 by 9/11 family members and support groups. It became officially recognized following the passage of the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act of April 2009. Today, individuals can honor the victims of 9/11 and the many who rose in service in response to the 9/11 terrorist attacks by participating in activities of tribute, solemn remembrance, and charitable service on the 9/11 Day of Service and Remembrance.

In Michigan, the 9/11 Day of Service and Remembrance efforts are supported by the Michigan Community Service Commission, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Volunteer Centers of Michigan, Michigan Campus Compact, The LEAGUE Michigan, and the Corporation for National and Community Service, among others. For more information about the 9/11 Day of Service and Remembrance, visit

For more information about <insert program name> visit <insert website> or <insert contact information.>

BACKGROUND:

<Insert other program specific information here.>

Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) builds a culture of service by providing vision and resources to strengthen communities through volunteerism. In 2012-13, the MCSC is granting nearly $7.5 million in federal funds to local communities for volunteer programs and activities. In its 21 year history, the MCSC has engaged more than one million people in volunteerism and service through its signature programs: Mentor Michigan, Michigan’s AmeriCorps, and Volunteer MICHIGAN. The Governor’s Service Awards is also a premier program of the MCSC. The MCSC is housed in the Michigan Department of Human Services, whose mission is to assist children, families, and vulnerable adults to be safe, stable, and self-supporting. The Corporation for National and Community Service grants the federal funding administered by the MCSC.

Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA) serves nonprofits to advance their missions. With more than 800 members, MNA serves as a statewide network for the sector, a resource center on effective management practices, and as an advocate for the nonprofit community. For more information, visit

Michigan Campus Compact promotes the education and commitment of Michigan college and university students to be civically engaged citizens, through creating and expanding academic, co-curricular and campus-wide opportunities for community service, service-learning and civic engagement. For more information, please visit

The LEAGUE Michigan is a program for service, service-learning and philanthropy education that builds character and empowers young people to “do good” in their community, the nation and the world. For more information, visit

The Volunteer Centers of Michigan strengthens, develops and connects Volunteer Centers throughout the state. Our goal is to ensure that all volunteer centers have the capacity to positively impact every Michigan community and their citizens through volunteerism. We believe that volunteer centers play a leadership role in mobilizing people and resources to deliver creative solutions to community problems. For more information, visit

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