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How the Red Cross Helped Veterans and Military Families Recover After Tennessee Tornadoes

by American Red Cross July 1, 2020July 1, 2020

In March, deadly tornadoes ripped through Tennessee, devastating many who lived in Nashville and surrounding areas. Sadly, military and veteran families were among those who were hit the hardest. After …

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Military Support, Volunteers

SAF volunteer sews face masks to assist VA hospital

by Eilene E. Guy, American Red Cross April 24, 2020

*Originally published on the American Red Cross Northeast Ohio Region blog.* Jennifer Blatnik is delighted to be using her quilt-making skills to fill a vital need in the face of …

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Military Support

The Hero Care Network Never Sleeps

by Dave Wagner, Red Cross Central California April 16, 2020

This blog post was originally published on the Red Cross Central California blog. During this pandemic, military families are really feeling the sting. A lot of service members and their …

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Military Support

Red Cross Month: Why Marilyn Vallejo Became a Red Cross Volunteer

by American Red Cross March 4, 2020March 4, 2020

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 …

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Bill and his father William standing.
Military Support

Father and Son Team Serve Veterans this Holiday Season

by American Red Cross December 24, 2019December 24, 2019

Bill and his father William are a dynamic duo. This holiday season, they’ll be supporting their community in Eastern Pennsylvania with their local Veterans Food Basket Program. Their journey of …

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Military Support, Red Cross Life

Why One Veteran Continues to Serve Her Country with the Red Cross

by American Red Cross November 25, 2019December 20, 2019

We love working with veterans who share our commitment to service and possess the leadership abilities to support our humanitarian organization. That’s why we sat down with Donna Colon, an …

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Koby Langley accepting the certificate on behalf of the American Red Cross.
Military Support

Red Cross Awarded Outstanding Employer Support Certificate from the Navy Reserve

by American Red Cross August 9, 2019August 9, 2019

In late June, the American Red Cross was honored to accept an Outstanding Employer Support Certificate from the Navy Reserve at a ceremony in San Diego, California. At the ceremony, …

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A mind-body workshop in action.
Military Support

Red Cross Workshops Help Service Members and Their Families Manage Stress

by American Red Cross June 21, 2018June 17, 2019

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 …

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Military Support

Charlie, the Kangaroo Hero

by Jordan Scott February 19, 2016February 19, 2016

For many military veterans, the support of therapy animals can be life-changing. For residents at a Salt Lake City veterans home, the same holds true. Though where one may be …

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Military Support

Helping Veterans Connect With Resources for Recovery

by Liz Edwards November 11, 2015November 11, 2015

The history of our country is rooted in the courage and sacrifice of brave men and women who have defended our freedoms at all costs. Since the founding of America, …

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