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Why One Navy Veteran Became a Red Crosser for Life

by American Red Cross November 22, 2019November 22, 2019Leave a Comment on Why One Navy Veteran Became a Red Crosser for Life

When Tony Briggs joined the U.S. Navy, he didn’t know much about the American Red Cross or the services it provides. But during his 24 years in the military, he …

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Two Heartwarming Stories Every Family Should Read

by Sarah Layton January 13, 2017January 17, 2017Leave a Comment on Two Heartwarming Stories Every Family Should Read

Our team has the privilege of reading stories of lives the American Red Cross community has touched. But stories with kids make us especially proud of the work we do. …

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Providing an Emergency Message for One of Our Own

by American Red Cross May 3, 2016May 4, 2016Leave a Comment on Providing an Emergency Message for One of Our Own

Many people aren’t aware that assisting the U.S. military through the Service to Armed Forces (SAF) program is a Red Cross core service. Providing assistance to the armed forces for more than …

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The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.

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  • Meet Aslan and Digory, two of our furriest volunteers . They were recognized as the Walter Reed National Military… https://t.co/BBd1b9COsu12 hours ago
  • We have an emergency need for platelet donations this week to keep up with patient needs. Come to give platelets by… https://t.co/AgsWaz0uiPyesterday
  • 7-year-old Parker received a Red Cross Certificate of Extraordinary Personal Action for saving his little brother f… https://t.co/XCxdOusvjbyesterday

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  • After #WWII, Junior Red Cross volunteers in Atlanta did their part to help with international relief efforts by packing and sending comfort kits to children living in war-torn Europe. #TBT #internationalvolunteerday
  • Thank you for supporting the Red Cross mission with your #GivingTuesday donations yesterday! Every eight minutes, the Red Cross assists someone affected by disaster in the U.S. Your generous donation helps provide people with food, shelter, relief supplies, emotional support, recovery planning and other assistance.

Thanks to you, we can keep helping people! 
#givewithmeaning #donations #redcross #thankyou
  • When Catherine's community was impacted by a hurricane, #RedCross volunteers delivered meals to her and others in need of relief. Something we sometimes take for granted each day can mean a lot to people who've just been through a disaster. Tap the link in our bio to #GiveWithMeaning this #GivingTuesday.
  • Did you know that when you donate $50 through the Red Cross, you could provide 10 blankets for people when they need it the most? Join us for an Instagram Live today at 4:00 ET to see how your donations make a big impact. #GivingTuesday #RedCross #GiveWithMeaning
  • Who does a Red Cross #GivingTuesday donation support? People like Jenna and her family who were impacted by a hurricane. Because of your help, Red Cross volunteers could come to her neighborhood with hot meals for her family and others. Click the link in our bio to make your #GivingTuesday2019 donation.
  • What are Susie and her daughter, Tymia, thankful for this Thanksgiving? “For the blood donors, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts, because you have given just a little of your time to ensure someone like our daughter is able to live.” Tymia is battling sickle cell disease and has been hospitalized over 40 times, receiving more than 42 blood transfusions. But her determination to fight the disease continues to push her to challenge herself and inspire others. Tap our Story for more patients who are giving thanks to blood donors.
  • “We take a holistic approach, from the time they raise their hand at the military processing station to the time they’re no longer with us. The Red Cross is going to be there for those who have served their country and their families. I’m proud to be affiliated with the Red Cross and the military.” - Tony Briggs, U.S. Navy veteran and CEO of the Central California Region of the Red Cross.
  • Start a new #friendsgiving tradition this year that helps save lives! After you’ve eaten all the turkey you can handle, roll up your sleeve to donate blood or platelets. You could be the hero a hospital patient is waiting for. ❤️
  • Giving back never goes out of style! Tap our Instagram Story to check out some of the uniforms our staff and volunteers have worn over the years. Which would you pick? #TBT #Throwback #ootd

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