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 …
Month: June 2016
What’s the Story Behind This Iconic Photo?
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 …
Red Cross: Caring for Each Other After the Orlando Shooting
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 …
“Why I Give.” Anheuser-Busch and the Red Cross: 11 Decades of Partnership
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 …
The Ultimate Father’s Day Gift: A Lifetime of Gratitude
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 …
Reaching Out to Orlando
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 …
How This 92-Year-Old Red Cross Volunteer Helps Servicemembers
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 …
Tips to Stay Strong After the Orlando Shooting
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 …
Why I Can Relax This Summer, Even with a New Baby
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 …
A Day in the Life of a Red Cross Team Leader in Djibouti
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 …