Let Us Do Good - by Frank Siller (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

In commemoration of the 25th Anniversary of 9/11, the CEO of our country's largest 9/11 nonprofit tells the inspiring story of his heroic brother, his family's mission, and how the generosity of so many continues to fuel their work supporting our nation's heroes and their families.

On the morning of September 11, 2001, FDNY Firefighter Stephen Siller had just finished his shift and was heading home when he heard the call. Turning his truck around, he drove toward lower Manhattan and the World Trade Center. With the roads closed, Stephen ran through the Brooklyn-Battery Tunnel carrying sixty pounds of gear on his back, determined to save as many people as he could from the Twin Towers. He never made it home.

How does a family cope with such a profound loss--and turn it into a global movement of hope and action?

In this moving and inspiring book, Stephen's brother, Frank Siller, tells the powerful story of his family's promise to "do good" in Stephen's name, establishing a nonprofit organization--the Tunnel to Towers Foundation of which he is CEO--that transformed tragedy into triumph by helping those in need. Let Us Do Good recounts how the idea for Tunnel to Towers was born, how it found ally after ally among everyday citizens, celebrities with ties to first responders, and companies eager to join the Foundation on their mission, and the good works the Foundation has accomplished. From providing mortgage-free homes to the families of fallen first responders and military members to building state-of-the-art smart homes for catastrophically injured veterans to providing housing and comprehensive services for homeless veterans, this inspiring memoir details the incredible impact of this outstanding foundation that honors Stephen's life and his commitment to helping others.

A story of joy and purpose in the face of incredible loss, Let Us Do Good is a testament to the power of faith, family, and community that demonstrates how the choice to honor sacrifice can create a legacy of light in the darkest of times. Most importantly, Frank Siller shows how much every dollar donated has meant to other heroes, celebrating all who have contributed to making good out of tragedy.

Review Quotes

"A pilgrimage yearning to be told. Frank details our family's journey rooted in deep faith, love, and charity. Jarred by tragic events yet lifted by humanity in our darkest moments, this book teaches us how grief not only sustains us but can fuel our vision, promise, and purpose--leading us to shelter one another. And yes, you can judge this book by its cover." -- Sally Siller, widow of Stephen Siller

"Let Us Do Good is a testament to the Siller family's love for their brother, FDNY Firefighter Stephen Siller, who made the ultimate sacrifice on September 11, 2001. I was at the World Trade Center that day as part of the FDNY Command Post Operations--I survived the collapse of the North Tower only by diving under a fire truck--and I witnessed the acts of heroism by my fellow firefighters firsthand. I gave orders to so many of them that day, and not one flinched. They simply did their job. After September 11, 2001, I was named Chief of Operations and spent years helping rebuild the department, eventually becoming Fire Commissioner. Frank Siller and his family channeled that same spirit of service into the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, and this book tells many of those stories--of heroism on September 11th and the extraordinary people who carried that legacy forward. A must read." -- Sal Cassano, FDNY Fire Commissioner (Ret.), Executive Board Member, Tunnel to Towers Foundation

"I thought I knew this story--the story of 9/11, of Stephen Siller, of the extraordinary generosity of the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Then I read this book and was taken somewhere deeper. Frank's faith, his devotion, and his determination to honor his parents' legacy on every single page moved me to tears. My life has been changed by the way he is living his. This book will do the same for you." -- Jennie Taylor, Gold Star Widow and Tunnel to Towers Foundation Family

"Frank is a rare breed. Few people are blessed with his capacity to bring people together for a common cause. He changes lives every day. Frank Siller is an American treasure and this is his story." -- Bill Hemmer, Fox News Anchor

"Long before most people knew the name Tunnel to Towers, Frank Siller was already building something extraordinary. I was proud to be there early--to lend my voice to their PSAs and do whatever small part I could--because Frank's commitment to America's heroes was impossible to say no to. This book is the story behind the mission, and it's one every American should read." -- Mark Wahlberg, Actor / Producer

"Frank Siller is the most impactful speaker in America today. Whether addressing a packed room or speaking with a widow who just lost her husband, Frank's message rekindles the flame of our American spirit and calls us to the best part of ourselves. The story of his brother Stephen--who on an ordinary morning faced certain death to save others on September 11th--and how the Siller family responded to the loss of their brother by founding Tunnel to Towers, will make you question your own courage and leave you in awe of those who run in when everyone else is running out." -- Dennis Quaid, Actor