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Month: June 2016

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Disaster

They Thought They Were Just Handing out Lunch

by American Red Cross June 30, 2016July 5, 2016

By Elizabeth Morse,  Northern Nevada Chapter Red Cross volunteers know they’ll help people when they work on disasters. Few expect to actually save lives. But that’s exactly what happened to …

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History

What’s the Story Behind This Iconic Photo?

by Erin Ferris June 23, 2016June 23, 2016

Many have come across this photo before, as it has more than once made the rounds on blogs, Facebook, Twitter and other social media channels. But the historic image deserves …

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Disaster, Disaster News

Red Cross: Caring for Each Other After the Orlando Shooting

by American Red Cross June 22, 2016February 23, 2017

Embracing Orlando American Red Cross worker Steve Palm was at the public memorial for the Orlando shooting victims distributing water, tissues and sunscreen, when he noticed a gentleman holding a flag. “This …

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Disaster

“Why I Give.” Anheuser-Busch and the Red Cross: 11 Decades of Partnership

by American Red Cross June 20, 2016June 20, 2016

Ever wonder why your favorite brand supports a particular cause or nonprofit? We sat down with Bill Bradley, vice president of Community Affairs at Anheuser-Busch, one of our longest standing …

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Military Support

The Ultimate Father’s Day Gift: A Lifetime of Gratitude

by American Red Cross June 17, 2016February 23, 2017

Dads are superheroes. Cape-less warriors that can fix any scraped knee, protect you from bullies, and be there to catch you before you fall. This Father’s Day, Red Crossers share …

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Volunteers

Reaching Out to Orlando

by American Red Cross June 16, 2016February 23, 2017

A few hours after watching the horrific events unfold this past Sunday, the Greater New York Red Cross Regional CEO Josh Lockwood boarded a plane for Orlando to support the …

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Military Support, Volunteers

How This 92-Year-Old Red Cross Volunteer Helps Servicemembers

by American Red Cross June 16, 2016June 16, 2016

Mrs. Lina Czubas has been a Red Cross Service to the Armed Forces volunteer for 60 years. She’s still serving at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center at 92! Can …

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Health & Safety

Tips to Stay Strong After the Orlando Shooting

by American Red Cross June 14, 2016June 14, 2016

The news out of Orlando this weekend was met with shock and disbelief across the world. While it may be tempting to stay focused on the TV or social media, it’s …

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Health & Safety

Why I Can Relax This Summer, Even with a New Baby

by Sarah Layton June 10, 2016

I’m your typical embarrassingly-cautious and overprotective first-time mom. When we visited our friend’s lake house over Memorial Day weekend I was nervous about, well… everything. I didn’t pack enough pants …

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Military Support

A Day in the Life of a Red Cross Team Leader in Djibouti

by American Red Cross June 10, 2016June 10, 2016

By Amber O’Steen, Team Leader, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti I’ve been on site for almost four months in Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. I wanted to share a quick peek into my work with Service to the Armed …

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