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Disaster

One South Carolina Family Shares Their Home Fire Story and Gratitude for Red Cross’ Help

by American Red Cross December 13, 2022December 13, 2022

In late October, Cody Lucas and his family experienced a devastating home fire. He recalls the moments of that night that changed his life. “We were all in the house. …

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Military Support, Volunteers

Service After Service: Army Veteran Dave Schoeneck

by Susan Malandrino, NHQ Communications Lead, Service to Armed Forces & International Services November 9, 2022November 8, 2022

Leading up to Veterans Day, we’re sharing stories of U.S. military veterans who continue their legacy of service with the American Red Cross. These veterans have made an impact on …

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Disaster

Red Cross Volunteers Offer Support for Older Adults through ‘Dial-A-Friend’ Program

by Diane Weber, Red Cross Volunteer October 28, 2022October 31, 2022

James Ravenel, an American Red Cross Central Florida region volunteer, hunkered down while Hurricane Ian made landfall, and then went right back to work at the Red Cross office in …

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Disaster, Volunteers

Red Cross Mental Health Volunteer Helps Hurricane Ian Survivors Cope

by Duhane Lindo, Regional Communications Manager, American Red Cross Central Florida region October 25, 2022November 15, 2022

“We work as a team, and everyone jumps in to help.” From Michigan to Florida, Red Cross volunteer Kimberly McKenzie traveled on her third deployment to help people affected by …

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Disaster

Hurricane Ian: 10-Year-Old Olivia Celebrates Her Birthday in a Red Cross Shelter

by Brian Murnahan, American Red Cross volunteer October 16, 2022November 4, 2022

It was a quiet morning for the Pullen–Fazchas family of four — mom Shelby, dad Frank, and daughters Olivia and Emily — staying at the Red Cross shelter in St. …

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Disaster, Health & Safety, Military Support, Volunteers

90 Years Strong and Still Serving

by Estefania Garcia, NHQ Volunteer Blog Writer August 30, 2022

Norma Smith vividly remembers the last time she saw her brother. She was nine; he was a 20-year-old heading overseas to serve as a bombardier and navigator in the Air …

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International

Q + A with Award-Winning Humanitarian Communicator, Jenelle Eli

by Katie Wilkes, Media Relations for the American Red Cross August 24, 2022January 25, 2023

American Red Crosser Jenelle Eli is a humanitarian, crisis communicator, refugee advocate, and most recently, named to the class of 2022 PRNEWS Top Women in the Industry Innovators category. Between …

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Disaster

Oak Fire Response: Stories & Reflections of the People Impacted

by American Red Cross August 5, 2022

For more than two weeks, American Red Cross disaster workers have been working around the clock with local response officials to help people affected by the Oak Fire in Mariposa …

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Disaster

Five Preparedness Tips for People with Disabilities

by Emily Holley, Communications Manager for the American Red Cross of Nebraska & Iowa Region August 3, 2022September 6, 2022

Preparing for emergencies can look a little different for people who have or are caring for those with visible or non-visible disabilities. If you’re looking for tips on how you …

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Disaster, Volunteers

Oak Fire Response: How One 10-Year-Old is Making a Difference

by Taylor Poisall, Communications Director for the American Red Cross Central California Region July 26, 2022

Meet Taylor, the youngest helper at an American Red Cross shelter located in Mariposa, California. This ten-year-old from Oregon was in Mariposa County visiting her grandparents when they were evacuated …

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