In the late 1960s, the Vietnam War was an unavoidable headline. At that time, a young woman by the name of Sue Wieting was teaching at a school near Quantico, …
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Aslan and Digory: Two of our Furriest Volunteers
Originally published on the Red Cross National Capital Region blog. Honoring an American Red Cross volunteer at a ceremony typically involves a handshake, but with this special volunteer team, you …
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 …
In retirement, SAF volunteer Holsinger is proud to be ‘somebody who cares’ for veterans and service members
Originally published on the Red Cross Wisconsin Stories blog. Volunteers may not always have a background in the area where they dedicate their time and talent. But they’ve all got …
An Honest Contribution: How One Moment Sparked a Life of Service for Troy Miles
In life, everything comes full circle. Troy Miles, Regional Philanthropic Officer for the Red Cross Greater St. Louis Region, is proof of that. Throughout his life, the Red Cross has …
Native American Heritage Month: Meet Lauren Snow
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 …
Native American Heritage Month: Meet Malinda Johnston
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 …
From Army Correspondent to Red Cross Volunteer – A 48-Year journey
David Schoeneck uses skills he learned early in his career to continue serving – now through the American Red Cross. In September 1964, while a freshman in college, he began …
Red Cross Workshops Help Service Members and Their Families Manage Stress
Martha Teater is a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist based in Western North Carolina. Originally drawn to the Red Cross as a Disaster Mental Health volunteer following Hurricane Katrina, she …
I Know the #1 Cause of Home Fires. I Lived It.
Seven people die every day from home fires in the U.S., most of whom are children and the elderly. Many of these fatalities could have been prevented by the simple …