Always Remember Gala

The VOICES Always Remember Gala was held on Thursday, November 14th, at the New York Athletic Club. We were once again honored to have our longtime friend, ESPN’s Mike Greenberg, serve as our Master of Ceremonies.

Each year, the VOICES Always Remember Gala recognizes distinguished individuals who have made remarkable contributions in the years following 9/11. This year was no exception, as we proudly celebrated our VOICES 2024 Leadership and Legacy honorees.

This year’s gala highlighted the unique efforts of our honorees, weaving a tapestry that told the story of how our nation united. ESPN Chairman Jimmy Pitaro was recognized with VOICES 2024 Leadership Award. Jimmy devoted ESPN’s resources to creating Comeback Season – Sports After 9/11 demonstrating how sports helped heal our nation.

9/11 Day Co-founders, Jay Winuk and David Paine were recognized with VOICES 2024 Legacy Award for their efforts creating an organization that has turned a day of sorrow into a national day of service and volunteerism.

Julie Reiber performed a song from Come From Away – that told the heartwarming story of how the townspeople in Gander, Newfoundland opened their homes to nearly 7,000 stranded passengers.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who joined us for this inspirational evening, helping to honor these exceptional individuals. Your support through sponsorships, tables, and tickets made this memorable night possible!

The Comeback Season Exhibit and television broadcast showcased how in the aftermath of 9/11, sports helped our nation heal by bringing communities together and offering a sense of normalcy during a time of national grief. The exhibit and broadcast captured the iconic moments when athletes, teams, and fans from across the country rallied in solidarity, providing emotional relief, and a renewed sense of hope and resilience.

9/11 Day is a non-profit organization that orchestrates the largest annual day of charitable engagement in US history with tens of millions of Americans engaging in good deeds and acts of service in honor of those lost, injured and sickened as a result of the terrorist attacks, as well as in tribute to those who rose in service in the aftermath. Among its many programs, 9/11 Day stages large-scale volunteer service projects each anniversary in numerous cities throughout the nation.

Come from Away is a musical, with book, music and lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein. It is based on the events in the Newfoundland town of Gander during the week following the September 11 attacks, when 38 planes, carrying approximately 7,000 passengers, were ordered to land unexpectedly at Gander International Airport. The characters in the musical are based on actual Gander residents and stranded travelers they housed and fed.

The VOICES Always Remember Gala raised critical funds to provide long-term support services for victims’ families, responders, and survivors, as well as to support educational initiatives and trainings to help communities prepare for and respond to tragedy.

It was truly an exceptional evening honoring remarkable individuals and showcasing unforgettable performances.

Founded in the aftermath of 9/11, Voices Center for Resilience, (formerly Voices of September 11th) provides long-term support services and access to mental health care and resources for thousands of victims' families, responders and survivors. VOICES collaborates with public-private partners to assist communities in preparing for and responding to tragedies, in the United States and abroad. VOICES comprehensive approach underscores a commitment to promote resilience in the lives of those impacted and builds bridges between communities affected by traumatic events.