This September 11, the country will mourn the 14th anniversary of the attacks that changed our world forever. But if you want to honor the victims, survivors and their families of the 9/11 attacks, volunteer.

Because of the organizers of the 9/11 National Day of Service and Remembrance, September 11 is no longer just about grieving what we lost, but about using the day to make the world a better place.

To keep alive the spirit of compassion and service that united Americans in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks, September 11 is now federally recognized as a National Day of Service and Remembrance, establishing a tradition of national engagement in charitable acts as a tribute to the victims, survivors and first responders of 9/11.

The observance of this day is led by MyGoodDeed, a nonprofit dedicated to using the power of service to overcome the tragedy of September 11. Congress charged the Corporation for National and Community Service with helping to support this effort across the country, in the hopes that citizens from every state will join in to create a popular day of volunteerism. As a result, the National Day of Service has grown to become the country’s largest annual day of charitable service.

How can you get involved in honoring the reflective spirit of the day?

The 9/11 Memorial offers several ways: