As we draw a week and a half of profound remembrance, reflection, and peer support to a close, Friends of Firefighters invites you to join Irish dignitaries, community leaders, and first responders at Ireland House. The history of the FDNY is deeply woven with Irish heritage, and this evening offers a dedicated space to celebrate that enduring legacy, honor our visiting Irish firefighter brothers and their families, and offer a warm send-off before their journey home.

This gathering serves as a milestone for our international first responder community. Beyond honoring the memory of those lost on the 25th anniversary of 9/11, we are looking toward the future—reinforcing our joint commitment to deepening the peer support bond and wellness partnerships between the American and Irish firefighting communities for generations to come.

Event Highlights

Hospitality: Beer, wine, and passed hors d'oeuvres served from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Dignitaries & Community Gathering: Connect with representatives from the Consulate General of Ireland, leaders, and visiting first responders.
Honoring Heritage & Brotherhood: Celebrate the foundational Irish culture within the FDNY and give a formal send-off to our visiting Irish firefighters and their families.
Transatlantic Peer Support Partnership: Mark a renewed commitment to expanding peer support collaboration between American and Irish firefighter wellness networks.
Reflective Closure: A warm, meaningful conclusion following ten days of 9/11 commemorations, peer support, and collective healing.

Event Details

Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Ireland House - Annie Moore Event Room - 200 Park Avenue, 17th Floor, New York, NY
Admission & Registration: Open to visiting Irish firefighters and families, FDNY members, dignitaries, and Friends of Firefighters partners. Please RSVP below to secure entry with Consulate security.

Friends of Firefighters Irish Consulate Reception & Send-Off

A special evening honoring Irish heritage, transatlantic solidarity, and our visiting Irish firefighter brothers and families as we mark the 25th anniversary of 9/11.