Providing disaster relief via social media is something our team does often – from offering preparedness tips on Twitter to publishing shelter locations on Facebook. So when we see articles …
Author: Sarah Layton
I Thought I Was Prepared for Emergencies. Then I Had a Baby.
My husband and I had a plan for escaping a home fire, should disaster strike. We even had a meeting place outside – our car, which is parked away from …
These People Found a Different Way to Help After Hurricane Matthew
We Have an Urgent Need for Blood and Platelet Donors We are thankful for those who found an alternative way to help after Hurricane Matthew: becoming a Red Cross blood …
Clara Barton Started the Red Cross. But What Came Before?
Thomas Edison and the light bulb. The Wright brothers and flying. Clara Barton and the American Red Cross. We know the stories, and we happily live in the epilogue. But …
New Blog Design, New Content Ideas!
We are excited to unveil a new look to our blog space. With this re-design, we took a quick look back to review where we’ve come from (see screenshot below!), …
The Unique Role of Non-Profit Partners in Louisiana Flood Relief
Large disasters like the historic flooding in Louisiana create more needs than any one organization can meet. We are working closely with the entire community – federal, state, county and …
From the Front Lines: Mobilizing Red Crossers for Louisiana Floods
It’s been a busy week at the Red Cross, and we’re not even close to wrapping up our effort to serve the people of Louisiana. Haven’t heard what’s going on? No …
How to Deal With the Dog Days of Summer
Drink more water than usual. “Done.” -Pippa Avoid too much direct sunshine. Pippa demos how you might feel, should you not follow this tip. Take frequent breaks if you must …
How I Avoid Accidentally Leaving My Baby in a Hot Car
It’s 95 degrees in Washington at the time of writing. I myself don’t want to step outside, let alone tote my 7-month-old baby around. My wiggly little guy absolutely hates …
What Kind of Volunteer Are You?
Looking for a unique way to give back? Explore a few options you might not have known about at the Red Cross. Share your result in the comments!