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The September 11 anniversary of the terrorist attacks will permanently become a federally-recognized National Day of Service and Remembrance for the first time this year, supported by new legislation signed by President Barack Obama in April. To mark the establishment of this historic observance and pay tribute to the 9/11 victims and those who rose in service in response to the attacks, four prominent national organizations will co-host on the evening of September 11 in New York City a star-supported evening tribute to the 9/11 community and those who have participated in the nationwide “United We Serve” initiative launched by the President and First Lady Michelle Obama in June.

Prominent officials, including New York Governor David A. Paterson, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg and others have been invited to speak at the event, among other notable figures. Also participating in the Tribute event will be award winning actor Gary Sinise and late-night talk-show host Jimmy Fallon, both whom are longstanding supporters of the 9/11 community. A number of prominent performers will participate in the diverse tribute, including Platinum Singer Songwriter Gavin DeGraw, the Harlem Boys and Girls Choir, Grammy Award winners The Roots, and 2009 MTV Video Music Award nominee Anjulie, among others to be announced.

Tickets are free-of-charge and being distributed first to members of the 9/11 community and to volunteer service organizations and their members. A limited number of tickets also are being made available to the general public through a ticket lottery. Those interested in attending can register their request for tickets at http://911dayofservice.org/tribute. Those who do not have access to email or the Web can obtain a printed ticket registration request form by calling MyGoodDeed at 212-613-4979. Tickets may not be sold or transferred to others, and a government-issued photo ID matching registered names will be required at the door.