Pedro the penguin loves to learn how to be prepared and take action during emergencies. He visits friends in different locations and learns how to help stay safe from hazards like home fires, earthquakes, tornadoes, hurricanes, and many …
Red Cross Women Paving the Way Throughout History
Voluntary service is the heart of the Red Cross, and many volunteers began their service during armed conflict. As we celebrate National Volunteer Month, we pay tribute to the Red …
Decades of Blood Donation Shows the Impact an Act of Kindness Can Have
Originally published on the American Red Cross Cascades Region blog. By lying on his back, savoring some quiet moments for two hours every other week, California resident Dennis Thompson has …
A Hero Among Us: Maine, Navy Veteran Saves A Life
Originally published on the American Red Cross Northern New England Region blog. No one ever expects to need a hero. But when emergencies strike, we’re glad they’re out there. On September …
Lula Owl Gloyne: A Beloved Woman Serving Her People
By the time Lula Owl Gloyne became a Red Cross Nurse during World War I, she had been a practicing registered nurse for a year. In fact, Lula holds the …