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Help us keep the Wall of Gratitude growing.

The Wall of Gratitude is a collection of emergency service patches from agencies across the region that will be compiled and sent to Kinsale, Ireland in thanks for their memorialization of the 343 firefighters lost on 9/11.

Messages being added to the wall

Recent notes and sample entries until the wall fills out

Dustin Randolph

I still remember that day like it was yesterday. Sitting in class and another teacher coming in telling our teacher about the tragic events of that day. From that moment forward we watched the news coverage the rest of the day. Those events were some of the main reasons I joined the fire service. To give back to my community.

Matt Buffalo, NY

We thank you for taking the ultimate sacrifice on that very day. Going into those building not thinking twice about safety to oneself, but to save and rescue as many people as possible. I will never forget this day and will always do anything to honor the memory of those lost.

Dylan Buffalo

I remember being in school, watching everything unfold on tv. I remember seeing the brave individuals of the FDNY, NYPD NYPA. Run in the fear of danger and not think twice. I knew then that I wanted to give back to my community just like they did. Thank you all for your sacrifices that day. We will never forget

Michael Castagnola Sebastopol

serving humanity around the clock, being ever ready to serve no matter the time of day 365 days a year....we have your back

Maureen Rosenberg Rock Hill

Visited in March. Will forever be grateful to all those who are affiliated with this wonderful Place. Especially to Jeremaih who escorted us and spent time to tell us the stories. Thank you all for remembering and keeping the flame glowing. Bless the people of Ireland. The land of my father. Maureen Murphy Vega Risenberg

Nora Coco (Joseph's sister) Rochester, New York

We (the family of Lt. Joseph Gerard Leavey, FDNY Ladder 15) thank you most sincerely for this beautiful rememberence. Joseph was very proud of his Irish roots. Paternal relatives from County Longford AND maternal relatives from County Clare! He and his men made it up to the 78th floor of the South Tower. As they climbed, they offered hope to so many poor victims that day. To be remembered in this way (your garden) for their courage and sacrifice means a GREAT deal to us..we thank you most especially for your powerful prayers which carried us through the pain and heart ache we experienced. Knowing and feeling your love and support all the way from Ireland is precious beyond words. God's blessings for all of you! With love and gratitude...The Leavey Family

Anonymous Amherst

We honor your courage and sacrifice. We will never forget. ๐Ÿ™

Anonymous Cheektowaga

What a wonderful surprise and experience when our driver took us off our scheduled itinerary to show us this great memorial. We will always remember it

Anonymous Buffalo

Thank you to every responder who showed up when it mattered most.

Avery Collins Amherst

A quiet thank-you from our family to the crews who never hesitate.

Anonymous Cheektowaga

Your service means more than words can say.

Morgan Reed Tonawanda

Proud to support this tribute and everyone helping make it happen.

Jordan Hayes Lancaster

A heartfelt thank-you to all first responders across Western New York.

Anonymous Hamburg

We see the work, the sacrifice, and the care you give our communities.

Dustin Randolph

I still remember that day like it was yesterday. Sitting in class and another teacher coming in telling our teacher about the tragic events of that day. From that moment forward we watched the news coverage the rest of the day. Those events were some of the main reasons I joined the fire service. To give back to my community.

Matt Buffalo, NY

We thank you for taking the ultimate sacrifice on that very day. Going into those building not thinking twice about safety to oneself, but to save and rescue as many people as possible. I will never forget this day and will always do anything to honor the memory of those lost.

Dylan Buffalo

I remember being in school, watching everything unfold on tv. I remember seeing the brave individuals of the FDNY, NYPD NYPA. Run in the fear of danger and not think twice. I knew then that I wanted to give back to my community just like they did. Thank you all for your sacrifices that day. We will never forget

Michael Castagnola Sebastopol

serving humanity around the clock, being ever ready to serve no matter the time of day 365 days a year....we have your back

Maureen Rosenberg Rock Hill

Visited in March. Will forever be grateful to all those who are affiliated with this wonderful Place. Especially to Jeremaih who escorted us and spent time to tell us the stories. Thank you all for remembering and keeping the flame glowing. Bless the people of Ireland. The land of my father. Maureen Murphy Vega Risenberg

Nora Coco (Joseph's sister) Rochester, New York

We (the family of Lt. Joseph Gerard Leavey, FDNY Ladder 15) thank you most sincerely for this beautiful rememberence. Joseph was very proud of his Irish roots. Paternal relatives from County Longford AND maternal relatives from County Clare! He and his men made it up to the 78th floor of the South Tower. As they climbed, they offered hope to so many poor victims that day. To be remembered in this way (your garden) for their courage and sacrifice means a GREAT deal to us..we thank you most especially for your powerful prayers which carried us through the pain and heart ache we experienced. Knowing and feeling your love and support all the way from Ireland is precious beyond words. God's blessings for all of you! With love and gratitude...The Leavey Family

Anonymous Amherst

We honor your courage and sacrifice. We will never forget. ๐Ÿ™

Anonymous Cheektowaga

What a wonderful surprise and experience when our driver took us off our scheduled itinerary to show us this great memorial. We will always remember it

Anonymous Clarence

Thank you to every responder who showed up when it mattered most.

Avery Collins Orchard Park

A quiet thank-you from our family to the crews who never hesitate.

Anonymous Lockport

Your service means more than words can say.

Morgan Reed Batavia

Proud to support this tribute and everyone helping make it happen.

Jordan Hayes Niagara Falls

A heartfelt thank-you to all first responders across Western New York.

Anonymous Gowanda

We see the work, the sacrifice, and the care you give our communities.

Why patches

Agencies across the region are sending patches as a tangible thank-you to the Kinsale Fire Rescue team that maintains the gardens, as well as the family of the woman who founded them.

How support helps

Donations help gather, prepare, and send the patch collection so the Wall of Gratitude can keep growing and reach Kinsale as planned.

Donation gifts

A gift of $10 or more gets a shout out on our Facebook page and a thank you card. A gift of $25 or more receives a commemorative slate or wooden coaster. A gift of $50 or more receives a commemorative etched glass ornament customized with the donor's information.

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