Emergencies don’t stop, and neither does the American Red Cross. During challenging times like these, it’s even more important for organizations like us to be there to help those who …
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Red Cross Month: Why Pilar Cantor Became a Red Cross Volunteer
March is Red Cross Month, and to celebrate, we are honoring the volunteers and services that keep our organization moving forward each day. Throughout the month, we’ll bring you inspirational …
After years of direct service to clients, Lorraine Jacobs now trains other volunteers
Originally published on the Northern California Coastal Region blog. Last year, American Red Cross volunteer Lorraine Jacobs received the 2019 Clara Barton Award given by the Central Coast Chapter. Named …
Volunteer Spotlight: Tami Cowen
Originally published on the Texas Gulf Coast Region blog. If you’ve been on a disaster in the Texas Gulf Coast Region within the past thirty years, the name Tami Cowen …
Five Things You Should Know on World Mental Health Day
Karen Koski-Miller is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the Disaster Mental Health Senior Associate for the American Red Cross. In her role, she manages the Disaster Mental Health program …
After the Storm: One Aid Worker’s Month in Mozambique
The thunder of a small biplane has just roared overhead as I look out the window. A sound that never phased me before my most recent disaster deployment, it now …
A Disaster in My Own Backyard: Deploying to the Nebraska Floods Response
When disasters happen, the American Red Cross is there to bring help and hope. This March, it was the people of my home state of Nebraska who needed the Red …
Red Cross Giving Day: Four Ways You Can Make an Impact
The fifth annual Red Cross Giving Day is only two days away! On Wednesday, March 27, we’re asking you to join us in helping families who have lost everything to …
Three Questions with Night Shift Disaster Responder Francisco Resto
“Three Questions” is an American Red Cross in Greater New York blog series featuring staff, volunteers and partners who help carry out our humanitarian mission. Through these short interviews, we …
2018: A Year of Record-breaking Disasters – How Your Donations Helped
This year, we experienced a number of record-breaking disasters across the country ranging from deadly hurricanes to volcanic eruptions. With each disaster, we were there every step of the way, …