By April Oppliger, American Red Cross Drew Thomas began giving blood when he was in college, but when he started getting tattoos, he assumed he could no longer give. That’s …
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22 Safety Tips for Your First Apartment
At the beginning of the summer, I moved into my very first apartment. While it was exciting, it was also really nerve-wracking to move to a brand new city with a …
8 Tips to Remember When Traveling Abroad
Did you know that July is the most popular month for Americans to travel internationally? If past years are any indication, millions of U.S. citizens will set off on a …
20 Tips for Staying Safe as a Tourist This Summer
Earlier this summer I moved to Washington D.C., knowing no one else in the city. While moving solo to a new city is exciting, it can also be dangerous if …
A Father Leading By Example
By Keith Rhodes, American Red Cross North Texas Region CEO Every father wants to do the best he can for his children, and we often wonder if our efforts are good …
6 Safety Tips From a Sailboat Captain
By Beth Palma Beth is a charter sailboat captain sailing out of Bayfield, Wisconsin on Lake Superior. Beth, an American Red Cross volunteer, is passionate about water safety and sharing skills. …
Your Ticket to Giving Day: What Not to Miss on April 26
It’s finally here! Giving Day is this Wednesday, April 26. It’s a time for us to all come together for a 24 hour period to raise awareness for our critical …
Families Helping Families: A Countdown to Red Cross Giving Day
In just six short days, it will be American Red Cross Giving Day. Giving Day shines a light on the families we help and the work of the Red Crossers …
Become a Giving Day Ambassador: #Help1Family in 3 Steps
Red Cross Giving Day is only two weeks away, and while it is a 24 hour fundraising event, we’re calling on you to help us get the word out before …
Holiday Gifts That Give Back
Have you exhausted your creative resources to find the perfect gift for your parent? Stumped on what to get your niece that you only see twice a year? We can …