Flagler Habitat for Humanity to commemorate National Day of Service and Remembrance

PALM COAST, Fla. - Sept. 3, 2013 - PRLog -- – Flagler Habitat for Humanity will join fellow Habitat affiliates and hundreds of other organizations across the U.S. to commemorate the anniversary of the September 11 attacks through volunteer service.

All interested in in giving back to the community in honor of the events of  9/11 are invited to participate in Framing a Future at 14 Utrillo Place Palm Coast, FL 321674 onWednesday September 11, 2013 in two volunteer sessions:  8:00am – 12:00pm  or 1:00pm – 5:00pm

September 11th was designated a national day of service by the 2009 Kennedy Serve America Act. The Corporation for National and Community Service leads the annual event, working with MyGoodDeed and hundreds of nonprofit groups, faith-based organizations, and schools and businesses nationwide.

About the Corporation for National and Community Service

The Corporation for National and Community Service is a federal agency that engages more than five million Americans in service each year through Senior Corps, AmeriCorps, and other programs; improves communities through the Social Innovation Fund; and leads President Obama's national call to service initiative, United We Serve. For more information, visit nationalservice.gov (http://www.nationalservice.gov/).

About Flagler Habitat

Flagler Habitat for Humanity began in 1992 with the help of a dedicated and passionate group of citizens who saw a need in our community. To date, Flagler Habitat for Humanity has housed 80+ families in simple, decent affordable homes. Flagler Habitat for Humanity is dedicated to eliminating sub-standard housing from our community and around the world, one house, and one nail at a time.

To get involved as a volunteer, contact Joanna Folsom, Director of Programs at volunteer@flaglerhabitat.com or call 386-586-6180, 386-931-2400 (cell) or visit www.flaglerhabitat.com

The Executive Director of Flagler Habitat for Humanity, Lindsay Elliott, is available for interviews. Email ExecutiveDirector@FlaglerHabitat.com

About Habitat for Humanity International

Habitat for Humanity International’s vision is a world where everyone has a decent place to live. Anchored by the conviction that safe and affordable housing provides a critical foundation for breaking the cycle of poverty, Habitat has helped more than 3 million people construct, rehabilitate or preserve homes since 1976. Habitat also advocates for fair and just housing policies and provides training and access to resources to help more families improve their shelter conditions. As a nonprofit Christian housing organization, Habitat works in more than 70 countries and welcomes people of all races, religions and nationalities to partner in its mission. To get more information, to donate or to volunteer, please visit habitat.org.