911 Never Forget Event
Support and Honor Your Local First Reponder Heroes
Riverwalk 911 Monument: Celebration of Life
The 9/11 Never Forget Event is a solemn and significant gathering at the Riverwalk 9/11 Memorial in Fort Lauderdale. It’s a moment to step out of the everyday and into a powerful space of remembrance. We gather to honor the lives lost, the heroes who responded, and the enduring spirit of resilience that rose from the ashes.
The impact of First Responders on our lives cannot be overstated. They contribute to the well-being and security of everyday citizens in immeasurable ways. Whether it’s rescuing individuals from dangerous situations, providing urgent medical care during emergencies, or maintaining law and order in the midst of chaos, their presence brings solace and peace of mind to our communities.
911 Never Forget Event 2025
With Your Support, We will Never Forget
Join us for the “Official Opening Ceremony” of the Las Olas Wellness Weekend, honoring the legacy of 9/11 at the annual Never Forget Event. This meaningful gathering takes place at the Riverwalk 9/11 Memorial in Fort Lauderdale and offers a powerful moment to unite in resilience and remembrance.
Why You Must Attend
The story of 9/11 is a part of our national fabric, but it needs to be actively remembered to stay alive. If we fail to create a space for this collective memory, we lose an essential part of our identity—a shared understanding of what it means to face tragedy with unity and strength. Your presence ensures that this history is not just read in a book but felt in our hearts, passed on to the next generation, and kept eternally vibrant.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
September 11, 2025
Time
6:00 – 10:00 PM
Location
Riverwalk 9/11 Monument, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
6 PM: Registration + Mingle +
Nameless Run Club Event
7 PM: Official Program Begins
8-11 PM: Official After-Event @The Wharf
ALL First Responders Admitted Free + Giveaways for First Responders
Hosted By
The event features a keynote address by U.S. Congressman Byron Donalds. Remarks will also be given by FL State Representative Chip LaMarca, FTL City Commissioner Ben Sorensen, David Greenberg (sharing his 9/11 experience), and Jonny McCoy, CEO and Founder of the WhiteFlag App., and Stanton Smith, Co Founder of Thank You First Responder Organization.
Want to Support the Organization & Event?
You can help support our programs and this event with an upgrade to your attendance by donating to receive our VIP Experience.
Availability is limited, so donate TODAY using the button below!
U.S. Congressman
Byron Donalds
Representative
Chip LaMarca
City Commissioner
Ben Sorensen
911 Experience,
David Greenberg
Nymex Board Member
WhiteFlag CEO,
Jonny McCoy
Thank You First Responder
Co-Founder,
Stanton Smith
Your Support Matters
Your support provides funding for TYFRO’s year-round programs, including:
- TYFRO’s National First Responders Day Program on October 28th, the Mental Health First Aid Program, and the Music Anthem Download Program for schools and churches
- The WhiteFlag App to provide Mental Health support for First Responders
- The John Maxwell Leadership Program for First Responders and Service-Disabled Veterans
- Tunnel to Towers – 9/11 Student Curriculum
Join Our Partners & Sponsors at the Never Forget Event to Remember Those Who Sacrificed on 911
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a movement that recognizes and celebrates the sacrifices and contributions of First Responders. We look forward to your presence! Contact (954) 762-7000 or sponsor@ThankYouFirstResponder.org for Sponsorship Opportunities.
Our Partners
Our Sponsors
Never Forget Event Press Releases & Updates
![[Press Release] Las Olas Wellness Weekend Celebrates Health & First Responders September 11-14](https://i0.wp.com/thankyoufirstresponder.org/assets/uploads/2025/07/TYFRO-LOWW_PR-Featured_Image.jpg?resize=400%2C250&ssl=1)
[Press Release] Las Olas Wellness Weekend Celebrates Health & First Responders September 11-14
Learn more about the Las Olas Wellness Weekend with a memorable “Never Forget Event” Opening Ceremony at the Riverwalk 9/11 Memorial that celebrates health & First Responders September 11-14.
![[Press Release] Thank You First Responder Gathers Fort Lauderdale Community for Celebration of Life Event at Riverwalk 911 Monument](https://i0.wp.com/thankyoufirstresponder.org/assets/uploads/2024/09/TYFRO-911-Celebration-of-Life-Event-Featured-Image.jpg?resize=400%2C250&ssl=1)
[Press Release] Thank You First Responder Gathers Fort Lauderdale Community for Celebration of Life Event at Riverwalk 911 Monument
Thank You First Responder (TYFRO), a national nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring and supporting First Responders, invites the Fort Lauderdale community to join in a momentous occasion of the 9/11 Memorial Celebration of Life Event, on Wednesday, September 11th, 2024 from 6:30pm to 8:00pm. The event will take place at the Riverwalk 911 Monument, serving as a heartfelt commemoration of the heroes and lives affected by the September 11 attacks.
Riverwalk 911 Memorial ~ Celebration of Life Event
Learn about the Riverwalk 911 Memorial ~ Celebration of Life Event on September 11, 2024 from 6:30-8pm to honor our First Responders.
~ A Reflection on Remembrance and Resilience in Ft. Lauderdale
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