There have been several misunderstandings about the Red Cross and our response to the California wildfires, and we believe it is important to state the facts as clearly as possible. …
Tag: Volunteers
North Carolina Volunteer Helps Burn Victim in Haiti
The Triangle region of the American Red Cross has more than 1,400 volunteers across 53 counties in North Carolina. In 2010, Alex Alexis was the only volunteer in North Carolina …
On the Ground Perspective: Lone Star Response
Post by Richard Reed, Senior Vice President, Disaster Cycle Services They say everything is bigger in Texas. They aren’t kidding. I’m writing to you from here in the Lone Star …
Connecting Nepal: A Report from IT/Telecoms Volunteers
Written by Julie Bradley, IT/Telecommunications volunteer with the American Red Cross Emergency Relief Unit in Nepal When the dogs wake you up at night with frantic barking, it might be time …
National Volunteer Week – Share Your Story!
April 12 – 18 is National Volunteer Week, a time to recognize and celebrate the selfless efforts of those who give so much in support of others. For well over …
Appreciating Restoring Family Links Volunteers
Story by Lisa Ghali, National Headquarters, Caseworker for Europe and Asia Working for the Red Cross has given me …
Special Thanks to Our Volunteers, Employees and Donors During Sandy
By: Trevor Riggen, Vice President of Disaster Services Operations and Logistics, American Red Cross Next week marks the two-year anniversary of one of the largest responses in the long and …
Debunking a Red Cross Ebola Myth
If you’re online regularly, you can see some unusual and often outrageous claims, especially involving big topics in the news. Lately, you may have seen a ridiculous rumor about the …
Humanitarianism in Action: Gaza and Israel
What does it mean to be a Red Cross Red Crescent volunteer in a war zone? It means remaining neutral, impartial, and humane. And all too often, it means putting …
Top 6 Reasons to Volunteer at a VA or Military Hospital
6. Really adorable sweet old people Anyone who had the privilege of knowing their grandparents heard how the World Wars affected your family, whether or not they served. Older vets …