25 years after 9/11, North Carolinians turn remembrance into a day of service

By: Trevon Spencer

Outlets: North Carolina Newsline

Published: September 11, 2026

Words: 411

Last Updated: 1 month, 1 week ago

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Twenty-five years after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, North Carolinians gathered Friday to honor those who died by giving back to their local community.

Inside the gym at the Chavis Park Community Center, crowds of volunteers joined Activate Good’s annual 9/11 Day of Service and Remembrance in Raleigh. Participants spent the afternoon working on projects designed to support Triangle organizations and residents.

Rose Thompson, executive director of Activate Good, said more than 375 volunteers …

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