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Gerald Thomas: “If I can make that level of transformative change in other countries, I can do that here.”

by American Red Cross February 22, 2021

For Black History Month, we are honoring Black men and women whose contributions are essential to our humanitarian mission. This week, we are highlighting Gerald Thomas, the Chief Executive Officer …

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Blood

Shonette Sneed: “Everyone has a story and that’s what keeps me motivated.”

by American Red Cross February 8, 2021

For Black History Month, we are honoring Black men and women whose contributions are essential to our humanitarian mission. This week, meet Shonette Sneed, a Regional Donor Services Executive in …

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Red Cross Volunteer Kallie Bunnell with disaster evacuee.
Volunteers

Still need a New Year’s resolution? Resolve to volunteer.

by American Red Cross January 13, 2021January 18, 2021

What’s on your New Year’s resolution list? A new year is an opportunity to start with a fresh slate; to tackle unachieved goals, new experiences and life-changing decisions. Kicking off …

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Margaret Phillips standing outside of her damaged home.
Home Fire

“If it wasn’t for the smoke alarms, my son would’ve never got out.”

by American Red Cross October 9, 2019October 8, 2019

Originally published on the Red Cross Western and Central New York blog.  “The fire was very devastating. We lost pretty much everything,” Margaret Phillips said of the fire that ripped …

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Hannah and baby Jenson.
Blood

My Daughter’s Need for Emergency Blood Products Inspired Me to Help

by Merrill Gonterman July 19, 2019July 19, 2019

After serving people in need every day as a firefighter for 35 years, I wasn’t accustomed to receiving help. So, I couldn’t be more grateful to the blood donors that …

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A blood donor standing in front of a blood mobile after giving his donation.
Blood

Give Now to Help Meet Emergency Need for Blood and Platelet Donations

by American Red Cross January 25, 2019January 25, 2019

Every day, blood and platelet donors across the country are needed to help save lives. And this winter is no exception. Unfortunately, the Red Cross collected 27,000 fewer blood and …

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Home Fire

The Smith Family: Hope after a House Fire

by Ashley Henyan, Communications Manager, American Red Cross Georgia Region December 14, 2018December 14, 2018

Originally appeared on redcross.org.  The Smith family’s residence, located on the second floor of an apartment complex in Lawrenceville, felt like a warm, loving Georgia home. Holiday stockings had already …

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Lauren Snow standing in her Red Cross vest.
Red Cross Life

Native American Heritage Month: Meet Lauren Snow

by American Red Cross November 30, 2018

This Native American Heritage Month, we’re highlighting those who play a pivotal role in helping the American Red Cross accomplish its humanitarian mission every day. This week, we’d like to …

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Jecek and her sister Charsidy wrapped in a Red Cross blanket at a shelter.
Disaster

Four Ways to Give Back on Giving Tuesday

by American Red Cross November 26, 2018November 26, 2018

Looking for ways to give back this Giving Tuesday? Here are four simple ways you can give with meaning to bring comfort and hope to those who need it most. …

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Malinda standing with her husband after an awards ceremony.
Red Cross Life

Native American Heritage Month: Meet Malinda Johnston

by American Red Cross November 19, 2018November 19, 2018

The various reasons people volunteer at the American Red Cross are as diverse and varied as they are. For Native American Service to the Armed Forces volunteer Malinda Johnston, it …

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