A list of our most recent news articles:
7/8/2008 — Family Grateful for Red Cross Caring
Since mid-June, the American Red Cross has opened 23 evacuation centers and shelter sites, provided more than 600 overnight stays and served more than 5,000 meals and snacks as the wildfires raged in California.
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7/7/2008 — Founder’s Family Receives Red Cross Help
Clara Barton’s spiritual descendents help her family.
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7/7/2008 — Red Cross Message Lifts Refugee’s Spirits
Tracing service helps Burundi refugee locate former co-worker in Beaverton, Oregon.
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7/3/2008 — Red Cross Tips for a Safe Fourth of July
If your traditions include fireworks, barbecues, or relaxing days at the pool or beach, the Red Cross can help you prevent emergencies and enjoy a safer holiday.
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7/2/2008 — The Red Cross Video Diaries: Episode I
Video cameras in Iraq, Afghanistan and Kuwait let you peek into the daily lives of Red Cross workers providing on-the-ground services to U. S. field troops.
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7/1/2008 — Red Cross Test Wireless Technology to Speed Relief to Disaster Victims
As Iowa families affected by tornadoes and floods begin to rebuild their lives, they are turning to the American Red Cross to give them the jumpstart they need. The Red Cross, in turn, is looking to technology to quickly identify where help is needed most.
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6/30/2008 — American Red Cross President Visits China Earthquake Zone
Seven weeks after the powerful 8.0 earthquake claimed more than 70,000 lives in China, Gail McGovern, the new president and CEO of the American Red Cross is in China seeing the needs of the survivors.
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6/27/2008 — On the Ground in the Central U.S.
Red Cross workers have been there for the people affected by recent tornadoes and floods—with a cup of coffee, a bottle of water, a hot meal or simply a kind word.
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6/27/2008 — Iowans Continue to Find Joys, Strains of ‘Home’ in Red Cross Shelters
The American Red Cross continues to run 5 shelters in Iowa with the help of people trained at the facilities, giving hundreds a safe place to stay, while they await the go ahead to return home, or prepare a long term plan if going ‘home’ is no longer an option.
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6/26/2008 — American Red Cross Revs Its Engine at New Hampshire Motor Speedway this weekend
Red Cross, 3M, Roush Fenway Racing Partnering to boost blood donations.
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6/25/2008 — New Red Cross President Reports for Duty
The American Red Cross welcomed Gail J. McGovern as its President and Chief Executive Officer.
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6/25/2008 — Red Cross Helps Cedar Rapids Flood Victims
The recent Midwest floods have devastated Cedar Rapids, Iowa, as thousands of residents were forced from their homes when the Cedar River overflowed its banks. The waters are now receding and residents are starting the slow, painful job of recovery as they are allowed back to their homes to begin cleanup.
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6/25/2008 — Serving Together
Reedsburg, Wisconsin. Volunteers working through the Trinity Baptist Church prepare more than 14,300 meals since opening a field kitchen.
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6/25/2008 — The Worst in Nature Brings Out the Best in Neighbors
Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin. Kevin Becker uses his boat to deliver Red Cross meals to people trapped at remote sites.
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6/25/2008 — Volunteers Bring Comfort to Evacuees
Gulfport, Iowa. David Bridgeman checked into a Red Cross shelter when flood waters forced him from his home.
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6/25/2008 — A Smile and a Little Elbow Grease
Columbus, Wisconsin. A Red Cross clean up kit and information about sanitary water are just what John Snyder needed to start recovery.
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6/25/2008 — Resting in the Red Cross Kitchen
Marshalltown, Iowa. After a tornado tore their home apart Amy and Irvin Haan and their children ate three meals a day at the Red Cross kitchen.
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6/25/2008 — Red Cross ERVs bring relief to flood victims in Jefferson County
Jefferson, Wisconsin. People filling sandbags appreciate the arrival of Red Cross Emergency Response Vehicles offering water, lunch and snacks.
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6/25/2008 — 18 Wheels of Hope
Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Hundreds of Teamster truck drivers cover thousands of miles as volunteers, making sure flood victims get the supplies they need.
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6/24/2008 — American Red Cross Assistance Comes in Many Forms
To date, the American Red Cross has provided more than 713,000 meals and snacks, distributed more than 40,000 kits to help people with the clean-up, and has processed more than 7,500 client cases.
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6/22/2008 — Red Cross Brings Compassion to the Doorstep
As flood waters have subsided, Roving Outreach Teams have been going door-to-door in the hardest-hit parts of Mason City and more than a dozen other Iowa towns, taking compassion right to the people who need it most.
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6/20/2008 — President Bush Visits Red Cross Shelter; Surveys Flood Damage
President Bush also went on a helicopter tour of Iowa City and Cedar Rapids, two areas that were hit hard with flooding.
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6/19/2008 — Finding loved ones when you least expect it
In recognition of World Refugee Day on June 20, the American Red Cross is joining with our partners around the world to call attention to the plight of refugees affected by disasters, armed conflict and violence.
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6/18/2008 — Red Cross Helping Flood Victims Thanks to Generosity of American Public
As flood waters continue to race down the Mississippi river, threatening thousands from Iowa to St. Louis, the Red Cross is opening shelters, readying supplies and providing food and refreshments to sandbaggers.
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6/17/2008 — Despite Depleted Funds, Red Cross Helping Thousands Across Central U.S.
As the rain-soaked Midwest continues to battle floodwaters from heavy storms, the American Red Cross is in its largest flood relief effort in nearly 15 years. From Kansas to West Virginia, more than 2,000 Red Cross workers are assisting people with vast amounts of clean up supplies, dozens of shelters and tens of thousands of meals.
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6/17/2008 — Receding Cedar River waters raise the hopes of flood victims
Residents begin to return to their homes in 438 city blocks that had been evacuated when the Cedar River rose to record high levels.
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6/17/2008 — Door-to-Door Emergency Preparedness
Oregon Trail Chapter reaches out to potentially high risk neighborhoods.
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6/17/2008 — Red Cross help comes in every way, shape and form
Red Cross shelter helps victims of tornado in New Hartford, Iowa.
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6/17/2008 — Alma Powell Honored at Red Cross Tiffany Circle Dinner
Powell was saluted as a distinguished American for her legacy of service to the American Red Cross.
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6/16/2008 — American Red Cross Receives 475K Gift from Nationwide Foundation
Nationwide Foundation, an active supporter of Red Cross disaster services for more than 25 years, in 2008, entered its second year of a unique partnership providing a grant distributed to the Red Cross’ national headquarters and chapters across the country where Nationwide conducts business.
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6/11/2008 — Red Cross Alerts Public to Scam Targeting Military Families
Military families are urged not to give out any personal information or money over the phone if contacted by unknown/unverified individuals, including confirmation that a family member is deployed. Should any military family member receive such a call, they are urged to report it to their local Family Readiness Group or Military Personnel Unit.
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6/11/2008 — Red Cross Women Leaders Gather in Washington, D.C.
The summit brings together approximately 300 women from 23 Red Cross chapters across the country to recognize their commitment and contributions to the
mission of the Red Cross.
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6/11/2008 — Residents in Central United States Urged to Register with Safe and Well
As rising floodwaters continue to destroy homes and threaten communities across much of the Midwest and West Virginia, the American Red Cross urges affected residents to register themselves and their loved ones on the Safe and Well website.
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6/10/2008 — Children’s Disaster Services
When children are pulled from their homes, placed in an unfamiliar environment and frightened by an unknown future, recovery requires a different kind of care and comfort.
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6/10/2008 — American Red Cross Focuses on Flooding in Central United States
The Central United States are also dealing with severe weather and more rain is expected in many areas.
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6/10/2008 — Partnering with Tribal Governments
Last October, nearly half a million people were displaced when 23 wildfires swept across 500,000 acres of Southern California and left little but ash and debris where thousands of homes and buildings once stood. Forced off reservations that have been their homes for hundreds of years, the Kumeyaay-Diegueño and Luiseño tribes were hit particularly hard when these wildfires engulfed their land.
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6/10/2008 — Are you prepared for a disaster?
Red Cross and partners work to increase citizen and community preparedness.
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6/9/2008 — Hassmiller Award Supports Nurse Involvement in Disaster Response
Some men give their wives diamonds. Red Cross volunteer Susan Hassmiller received an award endowment instead.
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6/9/2008 — Beat the Heat with Red Cross Safety Tips
Many simple measures can be taken to significantly reduce the chance of getting heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
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6/6/2008 — Possible Record Setting Tornado Season - Red Cross on the Scene
An average of 1,200 tornadoes and 60 tornado-related deaths are reported in the United States every year. NOAA predicts that 2008 will likely exceed that average.
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6/6/2008 — American Red Cross Leads Roundtable Discussion on China Earthquake
President George W. Bush came to Red Cross national headquarters to take part in a national forum convened to discuss the U.S. response to the China earthquake.
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6/5/2008 — Quincy Jones Rallies Relief Following International Disasters
Legendary music producer and entertainment icon Quincy Jones is mobilizing assistance for survivors of the catastrophic earthquake that struck China and the deadly cyclone that swept through Myanmar.
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6/5/2008 — A Celebration of Inspiration and Hope
The Red Cross Heritage of Service Dinner, held May 14 at the American Red Cross, honored six of its most dedicated partner corporations, organizations and a Red Cross volunteer for their excellence in supporting Red Cross programs and services.
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6/3/2008 — Couple Crisscrosses the Country to Recruit New Blood Donors
Since March 2004 Linda and Jim Parker have spent summers and long holidays traveling from state-to-state donating whole blood and platelets.
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5/30/2008 — Red Cross retiree learns value of CPR training
No one knows the importance of taking CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) training more than American Red Cross retiree Sharon Lazzara.
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5/29/2008 — A Mother’s Guide to Preparedness
Predictions for an active 2008 hurricane season have left many families wondering what they can do to help protect their loved ones from a hurricane and the high winds, flooding and tornadoes that may accompany them.
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5/27/2008 — Red Cross Swim Lesson Sticks and Helps Save a Life
Seven years ago, Audrey Crawford and Abby Burgason learned a life-saving lesson during an American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim class at their community pool in Wickenburg, Arizona.
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5/27/2008 — Latest Tornadoes Bring Destruction; Red Cross Provides Care
As tornado season ends and hurricane season begins, the Red Cross reminds families to have a plan and be prepared.
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5/23/2008 — Red Cross Delivers Emergency Messages Over Hill, Over Dale
American Red Cross staff deploy with U. S. troops to provide emergency communications for military and their families.
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5/22/2008 — Active 2008 Hurricane Season Predictions Reinforce the Need to Prepare
The Red Cross urges everyone to dust off their disaster supplies kit and get better prepared now for a variety of disasters such as hurricanes and the high winds, flooding and tornadoes that may accompany them.
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5/22/2008 — Shana’s Service
Shana is passionate about involving young volunteers living on military installations in Red Cross Service to Armed Forces programs.
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5/22/2008 — Cindy's Service
Cindy Redmond, a military spouse, has found that volunteering for the Red Cross is a very satisfying way to give back to her community.
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5/22/2008 — Red Cross Volunteers Support Service to Armed Forces
On this Memorial Day Weekend, it is important to recognize Red Cross volunteers who give of themselves even when members of their own family are in peril.
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5/21/2008 — Dive into Water Safety this Summer
With many community and neighborhood pools opening on Memorial Day weekend, parents are reminded to ensure the safety of their children around the pool area.
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5/20/2008 — Brownie Troop Rallies for a Cause
Good Shepherd School Brownie Troop educated their school and community about an urgent global health crisis: measles. In doing so, they raised over $300 to help the cause.
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5/19/2008 — Children Struggle to Cope in Aftermath of China Quake
Xiao Wei’s school, located in the downtown area of the small city of Shifang, is a modern, solid-looking building. Even so, all but 30 of the students have left.
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5/16/2008 — American Red Cross Builds International Disaster Response Skills
From April 20-26, the American Red Cross hosted its first joint Relief and IT & Telecommunications ERU training in Panama City, Panama.
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5/15/2008 — Red Cross Alerts Public to Myanmar Relief Email Scam
The American Red Cross does not advertise for donations using a yahoo domain as a contact address.
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5/14/2008 — Red Cross Comes to the Aid of Earthquake Survivors in China
The Red Cross Society of China mobilized immediately, sending employees and volunteers to help by providing relief supplies such as tents, quilts, water and food. Hundreds of volunteers have been coming in to help with rescue and first aid.
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5/12/2008 — Red Cross Responds as Severe Storms Rip Central United States
Families across Missouri, Oklahoma, and Georgia spent Mother’s Day searching through their damaged homes and beginning the long road to recovery after a series of severe storms and tornadoes ripped across the central US on Saturday.
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5/11/2008 — Mounting a Global Response to a Massive Disaster
Slightly more than a week after cyclone Nargis struck Myanmar, relief supplies are arriving and being distributed.
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5/9/2008 — Daycare providers use Red Cross training to save son’s life
What started out as an ordinary training lesson helped this New York family save their two-year-old son from choking to death.
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5/7/2008 — Devastation Strikes Southeast Asia Delta
Destruction caused by Cyclone Nargis disrupts infrastructure and wipes out vital crops, American Red Cross teams with international partners to aid survivors.
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5/6/2008 — Red Cross Volunteer is Among Those Honored by President Bush on Military Spouse Day
The President recognized military spouses dedicated to hands-on volunteer service. Mrs. James’ husband, Second Lieutenant Rodney James, is a Marine, currently serving in Iraq.
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5/5/2008 — American Red Cross, Grainger, BASF and Albemarle Prepare Louisiana Capital Area Workforce to be Ready When the Time Comes
Volunteer Training Program Launches with Disaster Simulation
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5/5/2008 — Customers of Windows Live Hotmail and Windows Live Messenger Able to Support the Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund
i’m Initiative expands to include Windows Live Hotmail.
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5/2/2008 — Race Fans and Red Cross Connect in Talladega
Over three days thousands of people came through the Red Cross exhibit on the midway at Talladega, learning about the need for blood and finding out how they can get involved.
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5/2/2008 — A New Home, A Warm Welcome
Red Cross chapter in Virginia provides support for new community members.
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5/1/2008 — AmeriCorps National Preparedness and Response Corps (A*NPRC)
The AmeriCorps National Preparedness and Response Corps (A*NPRC) is now accepting applications for the 2008-2009 program year.
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5/1/2008 — Raised to Do Right
Watching family members serve others led Elizabeth Quintana to do the same with the Red Cross.
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4/30/2008 — Blood Donor Gets A+ for Effort
A Pennsylvania man who needed a blood transfusion to survive infancy has been repaying the favor ever since
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4/30/2008 — One Voice, One Red Cross
Communication experts from around the world will build their skills through theoretic concepts, practical exercises and collaborative planning.
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4/29/2008 — Tornado Damage Comes to Light
As the sun rose over Virginia Tuesday morning, the damage caused by Monday’s storms and tornadoes became readily apparent—as did the need for Red Cross relief services.
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4/28/2008 — Riding to the Rescue
Partners in life, a Mississippi couple share disaster relief duties as well.
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4/28/2008 — A Time to Recognize and Energize
National Volunteer Week provides seven days to thank those who make a difference every day.
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4/24/2008 — A little early, but just in time
Armed with malaria prevention training materials and 1,600 curtains, the team set out to reach a total of 15,000 people with lifesaving messages.
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4/23/2008 — Social Media Initiative Leads to $100K Gift
The support of Windows Live™ Messenger customers enables the Red Cross to provide shelter, food, counseling and other assistance to disaster survivors.
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4/23/2008 — ‘Rock to Eradicate’: A Measles Fundraiser with an Edge
Red Cross volunteers host a night of music in support of the Measles Initiative.
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4/21/2008 — Office of Investigations, Compliance and Ethics Warns about Email Scam
An email claiming that the Red Cross, in collaboration with the Romania Government, is asking for donations to help the people in Tecuci, Romania. This is an email scam.
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4/17/2008 — Measles Deaths Down, but Challenges Remain
A global initiative to fight measles has cut deaths by 68 percent since 2001, but more than 600 children still die each day from a disease that's almost unknown in the United States.
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4/15/2008 — Filling in the Blanks
Unable to learn what happened to family members missing since the Holocaust, an Oregon woman turned to the Red Cross for help.
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4/10/2008 — Strong Waters, Stronger Friendships
Chased from their home by flood waters, a Missouri couple receive shelter from the Red Cross, then help their neighbors recover.
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4/3/2008 — The American Red Cross Provides Reassuring Link for Military Personnel and Families
The Red Cross is a trusted and reliable link that joins more than 1,000 military families each day with emergency communication messages.
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4/2/2008 — Family Reunited after Liberian Civil War
The American Red Cross, as a member of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, provides assistance to families separated by armed conflict, disaster, or humanitarian emergencies.
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4/2/2008 — Participants Review Ready When the Time Comes Strengths and Challenges
Designed to train corporate volunteers to respond to local disasters, the program is mid-way in a three year pilot.
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4/1/2008 — Pets on the Go – 5 Tips for Traveling With Your Pet
Careful planning and preparation can make traveling with your pet an enjoyable experience.
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3/28/2008 — Red Cross Takes Breather in Baltimore
The Red Cross is taking shelter from a busy month of storms as it gathers by the Chesapeake Bay for its 82nd annual convention.
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3/21/2008 — Storms Cause Severe Flooding; Red Cross Responding
Red Cross chapters and volunteers are busy across the Midwest as rising waters submerge roads, homes, and businesses, forcing thousands to seek emergency shelter.
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3/20/2008 — Preventing Poisoning with Common Sense
Since 1962, National Poison Prevention Week has helped to educate people and help them prevent dangerous poisonings.
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3/19/2008 — Participate in CPR and AED Awareness Week Activities
Join the American Red Cross in Reaching 250,000 People with Lifesaving Information During National CPR and AED Awareness Week
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3/16/2008 — Red Cross Busy as More Storms Hit Georgia
One day after a tornado cut a path of destruction through Atlanta, more storms swept across Georgia and into South Carolina, prompting the Red Cross to open additional shelters and continue conducting damage assessments.
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3/15/2008 — Red Cross Moves Quickly in Wake of Atlanta Storm
The Red Cross opened shelters and sent assessment teams into affected areas in response to a powerful storm that damaged much of downtown Atlanta.
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3/11/2008 — Take Your Sunblock—and an Emergency Plan
At the beach or in the mountains, ensure a fun and safe Spring Break for you and your loved ones by preparing for the unexpected.
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3/7/2008 — Time to Change Clocks and Take Stock
The switch to daylight saving time is the perfect reminder to take stock of your preparedness level and get a head start on preparing for springtime disasters and other emergencies.
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3/5/2008 — For Public Official, a Personal Quest
His personal experience with Red Cross emergency communication services prompted a member of Congress to propose a resolution honoring these “vital resources” for military personnel and their families.
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2/28/2008 — Red Cross Comforts Residents after Earthquake
When a disaster occurs, Red Cross volunteers provide not only food and shelter but also peace of mind.
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2/25/2008 — 'Band Together: To Fight Measles'
Red Cross volunteer unites local musicians and bands to produce a CD to help prevent measles.
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2/19/2008 — Volunteers Support Each Other through Emotion, Stress of Tennessee Tornado Response
Following a disaster, it can be easy to forget that Red Cross mental health volunteers also help shoulder the stress and sorrow.
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2/15/2008 — Like Daughter, Like Mother
One mother follows in her daughter’s footsteps, responding to disasters and teaching classes for the Red Cross.
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2/14/2008 — Family’s Roots Go Deep into Soil Now Strewn with Debris
Emotions run high as one family devastated by Southern storms begins to heal and count their blessings.
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2/14/2008 — Red Cross Supports Bill to Raise AED Awareness
AEDs, which are becoming popular in many public places, will become mandatory in schools if Congress agrees.
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2/12/2008 — Emotional Support Vital to Recovery in Peru
Shaken up after last August’s earthquake in Peru, a little boy speaks again with the help of the Red Cross.
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2/11/2008 — Family Receives New Home From Red Cross and Partners
When Hurricane Katrina hit, Christina Rivera and her three children ages 14, 12 and 4, evacuated the home they had been renting in Lucedale, LA. The damage from the storm was so great and Christina was uncertain about whether they would have their own home again. Thanks to help from the American Red Cross Hurricane Recovery Program and the local partnership with Habitat for Humanity, Christina and her family once again have a home of their own.
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2/11/2008 — Red Cross Efforts Continue After Storms
With the majority of disaster assessment completed, the Red Cross remains in the region to assist residents affected by one of the worst tornado outbreaks in U.S. history.
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2/4/2008 — Lending a Hand to Trace the Past
With time growing scarce, a $75,000 grant will help bolster efforts of the American Red Cross Holocaust and War Victims Tracing Center to reunite Holocaust survivors with loved ones.
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1/30/2008 — Going Green
A Red Cross volunteer makes sure that amputees at Walter Reed can get a tee time whenever they want one.
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1/30/2008 — Helping Body and Soul
A volunteer with ‘steel biceps’ and another with a soft, furry face tend to the physical and emotional needs of wounded soldiers
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1/30/2008 — Wounded Warriors, Vigilant Volunteers
A putting green, a dog and a “K-Mart on Wheels” are among the many tools that Red Cross volunteers use to help wounded and sick veterans recover at Walter Reed Army Medical Center.
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1/30/2008 — K-Mart on Wheels
Thanks to Red Cross volunteers and generous donors, wounded soldiers at Walter Reed don’t lack for music, books, clothes and good conversation.
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1/29/2008 — Red Cross Comes Knocking—with Hope by Its Side
To honor the legacy of Martin Luther King, scores of volunteers took to the streets to deliver a message—of fire safety and preparedness.
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1/28/2008 — Plant a Seed, Reap a Harvest
A college student is recruiting her peers to help raise funds to prevent measles, a disease responsible for millions of deaths around the world.
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1/17/2008 — Holocaust Survivor Finds Answers through Red Cross
One woman’s search for family brings the solace of learning--after years of uncertainty--what happened to her loved ones.
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1/15/2008 — New Advertising Campaign Features Real Red Crossers
Are you ready to change a life? A new advertising campaign shines the spotlight on Red Cross volunteers and employees.
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1/15/2008 — Now Starring: Fire, Safety and Your Child
Catchy music videos, an adorable cast, and an underlying safety theme combine to help children make safer choices in their daily lives.
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1/15/2008 — Chapter Leader Helping Improve Homeland Security
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has tapped a Red Cross chapter executive to provide advice on emergency response and technology acquisition.
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1/11/2008 — Lack of Major Hurricane Changes Red Cross Response in 2007
The American Red Cross responded to thousands of disaster in 2007, many of which never made news headlines.
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1/11/2008 — Red Cross Employees Alerted About Email Scam
Email claiming that the Red Cross Donation Department is looking for employees in the European Region is a fraud.
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1/10/2008 — A Strong Body, a Big Heart
Saved by blood donated by others, an accident victim is returning the favor by promoting the importance of blood donation.
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1/10/2008 — Once a Donor, Always a Donor
An opportunity to take an afternoon off from work developed into a long-term practice of donating blood for a former Air Force Airman.
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1/7/2008 — Companies Getting into Business of Disaster Relief
Many companies are giving their workers a chance to give back to their communities as Red Cross disaster relief volunteers.
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1/2/2008 — First Aid Skills Can Help Save a Life –Your Pet’s
Thanks to lifesaving skills learned at the Red Cross, a Virginia resident rescued her dog from choking to death.
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12/24/2007 — Happy Birthday, Clara!
On the 186th anniversary of her birth, the American Red Cross celebrates the life and accomplishments of its founder, Clara Barton.
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12/21/2007 — Camera Lenses Capture Life after Tsunami
Children survivors of the 2004 tsunami used cameras to share stories of how their lives have changed and how recovery is shaping their communities.
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12/20/2007 — American Red Cross Delivers Holiday Cheer to Wounded Service Members
Thousands of holiday cards and messages pouring in to the Red Cross are being delivered to hospitalized service members nationwide and abroad.
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12/20/2007 — This Holiday, Share the Gift of Preparedness
Let the Red Cross ease your holiday strain with fun ways to make your family festivities enjoyable and safe.
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12/20/2007 — Midwest Once Again Prepares for Winter Weather
More winter weather is expected to hit the Midwest tomorrow for the fourth consecutive weekend.
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12/18/2007 — Sharpen Your Babysitting Skills with Red Cross Training
Whether it’s five-year-olds who won’t go to bed or strangers knocking at the door, the dilemmas facing babysitters range from the frustrating to the worrisome. The Red Cross can teach you to tackle them quickly and quietly.
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12/12/2007 — Stranded in the Dark? The Red Cross Sheds Some Light
Large areas of the Midwest are enveloped in icy darkness. Will you know what to do if your power goes out this winter?
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12/10/2007 — ‘Stay Standing. That’s the Key’
When the going got tough in Vernonia, Oregon, Lisa Orth and her family got going—for seven straight days.
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12/7/2007 — Four U.S. Nurses Receive Red Cross Medal
Nursing’s highest honor from the International Committee of the Red Cross goes to four U.S. nurses for their advancements to the profession.
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12/6/2007 — Slippery Roads and Icy Bridges? Stay on Track
Road safety tips from the Red Cross can help you combat the harsh elements of winter.
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12/6/2007 — Red Cross Volunteer Receives President’s Award
Following decades of selfless work, one Red Cross volunteer was surprised and rewarded with the chance of a lifetime.
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12/5/2007 — Red Cross Garners Praise for Flood Relief
Oregon Senators recognize Red Cross efforts and spread the word of the organizations flood relief efforts.
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11/30/2007 — A Global Fight Against HIV/AIDS
On December 1, the American Red Cross commemorates World AIDS Day.
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11/29/2007 — Global Partners Get Jump on Measles
Thanks to the Red Cross, partner agencies and dedicated volunteers, the Measles Initiative helps to reduce measles deaths in Africa by 91 percent.
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11/28/2007 — Get The Shot and Beat The Flu
The flu season is at your doorstep. The American Red Cross has some ideas to help keep that pesky cold at bay.
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11/27/2007 — Shifting Through the Aftermath of Cyclone Sidr
Humanitarian workers find ways to work around barriers to provide aid to the people of Bangladesh after Cyclone Sidr blasts through the country.
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11/26/2007 — 'Safe and Well' Growing Stronger
The Southern California wildfires are the latest disaster to demonstrate the value of a Website that provides information about the status of loved ones.
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11/21/2007 — Red Cross on Scene as Cyclone Hits
Disaster preparedness activities and early evacuations may have helped save thousands of lives before Cyclone Sidr hit Bangladesh.
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11/20/2007 — Break the Ice, Talk Today
On Have The Talk Day, tackle those conversations you’ve been putting off for so long.
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11/20/2007 — Growing Up Stronger and Healthier in Madagascar
A national health campaign provides measles vaccines and mosquito nets to millions of Malagasy children.
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11/19/2007 — Give the People More
Flooded streets do not prevent emergency supplies from reaching those in need. An American Red Cross volunteer describes how.
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11/19/2007 — Defense Bill Contains $20 Million for Red Cross
The FY08 defense appropriations bill includes $20 million to help the Red Cross continue its historic mission of supporting U.S. troops and their families.
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11/15/2007 — Helping Those Who Care for Others
Millions of people care for sick and aging family members, and the Red Cross has resources to help them succeed.
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11/15/2007 — In the Maldives, the Birth of a Movement
After flooding earlier this year, 11 volunteers in the Maldives helped organize a response—and brought the country one step closer to launching a Red Crescent society.
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11/13/2007 — Red Cross Earns Four-Star Rating from Watchdog
A leading evaluator of nonprofits says the Red Cross is one of the most efficient and effective charities in the United States.
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11/13/2007 — A Glimpse of City Life, and Perhaps the Future
An American Red Cross project helps children from remote villages in China experience city life and expand their horizons.
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11/12/2007 — Donuts and Coffee: The Red Cross Canteen Service
Red Cross "doughnut dollies" brought a touch of home to thousands of U.S. soldiers during World War II.
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11/10/2007 — Red Cross President Tours Flooded Region
The president of the American Red Cross got a first-hand look at the devastation in Tabasco, 70 percent of which is under water.
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11/9/2007 — Red Cross Provides ‘Family Touch’ to Veterans
Red Cross support of service members doesn’t end when they return home from deployment
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11/9/2007 — Roots with the Military Run Deep
Disaster relief services and blood drives are the public face of the American Red Cross, but behind the scenes we’ve been serving military personnel and their families since our founding.
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11/9/2007 — Red Cross Seeks Support from Facebook Users
Your vote could help the American Red Cross receive a $50,000 donation to its Disaster Relief Fund.
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11/8/2007 — Partners Pitch In to Provide Wildfire Relief
As wildfires raged out of control, the Red Cross worked with other charities to ensure a smooth, seamless response.
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11/8/2007 — Red Cross Serves as Backdrop for CPR Training
To encourage CPR training, a popular morning TV show asked the Red Cross to set the stage.
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11/8/2007 — $500,000 Pledged for Flood Relief in Mexico
The American Red Cross is providing additional assistance to aid victims of flooding in Southern Mexico.
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11/7/2007 — Business Partnership Proves Invaluable in Wildfire Response
Just one month after being unveiled, an alliance with the Business Roundtable is already enhancing disaster relief efforts.
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11/6/2007 — Help Protect Your Future by Preparing Today
If you had just minutes to evacuate, would you be ready? The American Red Cross can help you plan your escape.
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11/5/2007 — Bound for Iraq, but Taking Memories of Home
For a U.S. soldier, the Red Cross is a link to home; for a Red Cross worker in Iraq, a favorite photo can serve the same purpose.
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11/5/2007 — Red Cross President Thanks Relief Workers for Wildfire Effort
While there is still much work to do, Red Cross CEO thanks the relief workers for ongoing efforts during the California wildfires.
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11/4/2007 — Volunteer Heads to Mexico to Assist Flood Response
The Mexican Red Cross sent volunteers to assist with the response to the Southern California wildfires. As flood waters threaten Southern Mexico, the American Red Cross is returning the favor.
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11/2/2007 — Corporate Partners Aid Response to Wildfires
Disaster relief efforts call for money, people and products, and businesses help provide the Red Cross with all three.
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11/1/2007 — Water Means Life for Poor Fishing Villages
Monsoons bring not just rain but also precious fresh water to communities in Thailand recovering from the tsunami.
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10/31/2007 — Amid the Devastation, a Volunteer Spreads Cheer
Driving through fire-ravaged communities, a Red Cross volunteer hands out more than just refreshments.
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10/30/2007 — Governor Thanks Red Cross at Shelter Visit
A visit by California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger shined a light on a Red Cross shelter in San Bernardino.
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10/30/2007 — This Halloween, Slay the Fear
The scariest night of the year is back. The American Red Cross can help you battle the demons of Halloween.
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10/26/2007 — After the Deluge, a Need for Water that’s Safe to Drink
The 2004 tsunami inundated many Sri Lankan communities with water—and water-borne diseases. The Red Cross is helping affected communities stay safe and healthy.
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10/26/2007 — American Red Cross and Save the Children Work Together to Care for Kids in Shelters
Within Red Cross shelters, a partnership with Save the Children helps provide “Safe Spaces” - safe physical areas in which children can play, learn, socialize and express themselves under the supervision of a caring adult.
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10/25/2007 — Devastated by Wildfires, Family Remains Optimistic
After losing their 20-year-old home to scorching fires, a California family hopes to build a new life.
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10/23/2007 — Red Cross Supports California Wildfire Victims
As blistering fires continue to engulf Southern California, Red Cross volunteers and employees are working tirelessly to help displaced families.
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10/19/2007 — Free Fire Safety Clinics Offered in October
Developed with American Red Cross expertise, the clinics are available in Home Depot stores and online.
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10/18/2007 — Tax-Free IRA Gift Transfers Scheduled to End on December 31, Act Now
If you could increase your gifts to the American Red Cross by one-third or one-half, and not have it cost you a nickel, would you do it?
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10/17/2007 — Ombudsman to Strengthen 'Sacred Trust' with Public
By lending an "ear" to public concerns, an ombudsman will give voice to those seeking fair process and equitable treatment.
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10/12/2007 — Home is Where the Van Is
Charlie Hahn died several years ago, but disabled veterans in New Jersey are reminded of him when they call the Red Cross for a ride.
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10/12/2007 — U.N. Leader Visits American Red Cross, Renews Old Ties
His first visit to America inspired him to become a diplomat. Now Ban Ki-moon has his sights set on a larger goal.
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10/12/2007 — Annual Campaign Seeks Support from Federal Workers
The generous support of federal employees makes a difference in communities across the nation.
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10/10/2007 — Fire Starts at Home. Safety Should Too
Eighty percent of Americans can’t identify the most common disaster in the United States. Can you?
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10/3/2007 — A Dog’s Life, a Family’s Care
Many people think of their dogs as family. A new book from the Red Cross helps them care for their dogs like family, too.
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10/1/2007 — Lessons Learned in Aceh Save Lives in Sumatra
Red Cross simulations and real-life experiences are helping residents of Indonesia prepare for natural disasters.
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10/1/2007 — Red Cross Partners with 100 Black Men of America
A new agreement will provide a unique opportunity for the Red Cross to reach African-American audiences, especially youth.
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9/27/2007 — Red Cross Workers Deploy With Service Members in Iraq
The Red Cross mobile Armed Forces Emergency Services team go to all ends of the Earth to help U.S. service members...literally.
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9/26/2007 — Now is the Time to Be Informed
Do you know what types of disasters can occur in your area and how to prepare for them? Find out today.
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9/21/2007 — After the Floods: Providing Shelter in Sudan
When heavy rains fell, Red Cross and Red Crescent workers learned that bamboo stems, tree saplings and grass mats can make a comfortable shelter.
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9/21/2007 — Business Community Contributes Resources to Disaster Response Through Partnership with Red Cross
Private and nonprofit partners combine forces for national disaster response.
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9/21/2007 — Indonesian Boy Returns to the Game He Loved
After Azarhi lost his leg in the tsunami, the Red Cross helped restore his confidence.
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9/20/2007 — Red Cross Connects Armed Forces Members Serving Abroad
Military members, whether active duty, Guard, or Reserve, and their families communicate through the Red Cross during times of personal crisis.
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9/18/2007 — Now is the Time to Make Your Plan
In the event of an emergency would you and your family have a plan?
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9/14/2007 — Preparedness Training Hits Home
Safety begins at home, but children typically learn about it at school. A new family-based program is about to change that.
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9/14/2007 — Ninety Years Old, but Still Young at Heart
The opportunity to share in a “great cause” is still as compelling to youth today as it was in 1917.
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9/12/2007 — Ohio Volunteer Rises to the Occasion
Phil Haggard joined the Red Cross to help strangers in Louisiana, and ended up helping his neighbors in Ohio.
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9/11/2007 — Finding a New Home and a New Purpose
The American Red Cross is restoring stability to a family that endured a harrowing ride through raging floodwaters—on the roof of their house.
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9/5/2007 — Now is the Time to Be Red Cross Ready
28% of Americans have a disaster supplies kit. Are you one of them?
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9/4/2007 — Findlay Residents Thank the Red Cross Following Floods
A simple thank you from residents of Brookside Drive goes a long way.
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9/4/2007 — Red Cross Continues to Build Partnerships, Recruit Volunteers Following Katrina
Employers have a stake in rebuilding their communities after disasters, and many of them are now joining with the Red Cross to do just that.
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8/31/2007 — After a 100-Year Flood, an Uncertain Future
Helen Rose had seen the Blanchard River overflow its banks before, but this time the water kept coming—right into her home.
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8/29/2007 — Flooding Gives New Volunteer Hands-On Training
Before she could practice what she’d learned, Vicky Witt was putting her new skills and knowledge to use helping her neighbors.
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8/29/2007 — Red Cross Raises Its Level of Readiness
When the next hurricane hits, the Red Cross is prepared to respond — with warehouses.
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8/28/2007 — Student Athletes Further Red Cross Mission
After two weeks of leadership training at the American Red Cross, student athletes apply their new skills to increase blood donations on college campuses.
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8/28/2007 — Never Too Young To Help Others
From floods to fires, AmeriCorps and the Red Cross work together to help.
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8/27/2007 — Red Cross Kitchen Feeds Ottawa Flood Victims
Flood survivors help each other recover from their loss.
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8/24/2007 — A Web Site to Tell Them You’re OK
Looking for family members after Hurricane Katrina struck, some people found them—on the Web.
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8/22/2007 — Red Crosser’s Support for Youth Spans Decades
A bowl of popcorn started a lifelong friendship between a Red Cross employee and a future diplomat.
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8/17/2007 — Peer-to-peer Youth Program Helps Prevent Spread of HIV/AIDS
Thanks to assistance from the American Red Cross and other Red Cross and Red Crescent partners, a peer education program is reaching diverse communities around the globe with life-saving information about HIV/AIDS.
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8/16/2007 — Deadly Earthquake Shakes Peru, Prompts Red Cross Response
With the help of the Red Cross, Peruvians are beginning to pick up the pieces after a 7.9 magnitude earthquake rocked the region.
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8/10/2007 — As South Asia Floods Recede, Urgent Aid Still Needed
Red Cross and Red Crescent workers are helping families survive after severe floods ravaged South Asia.
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8/9/2007 — Therapy Dogs Provide Support in Minneapolis
When there aren’t words, dogs can provide a different level of comfort. The Red Cross adds therapy dogs to its team at the Family Assistance Center.
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8/8/2007 — Mental Health Team Supported Families through Grieving Process
In the wake of the devastating bridge collapse in Minnesota, one Red Cross mental health worker was there to help try and make sense of it all.
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8/7/2007 — Red Cross Responds to Tragic Bridge Collapse
The Red Cross continues to assist Minnesotans as recovery efforts continue following the Interstate 35W bridge collapse.
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8/3/2007 — Red Cross Chapter Serves as Focal Point of Response Efforts
As families mourn their loss, the Red Cross works to restore hope.
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8/2/2007 — Red Cross on Scene of Minneapolis I-35W Bridge Collapse
The American Red Cross responded quickly following the fatal collapse of I-35W highway bridge in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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7/27/2007 — After Season of Cyclones, Red Cross Works to Prevent Malaria
Floods washed away thousands of homes in Madagascar, then left behind water for mosquitoes to breed.
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7/26/2007 — Summer School: Making the Best of a Disaster
A week-long training program gave 20 teenagers a hands-on lesson in how to respond to a disaster.
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7/23/2007 — Red Cross Brings Preparedness Message to New Orleans
In New Orleans, a music festival offered contemporary sounds and a timeless message: Be Red Cross Ready.
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7/19/2007 — Creating a Foundation for the Future
Following a long, curved stretch of red clay road leading into the village of Faizal Nagar, Kinniya, in the Trincomalee district of eastern Sri Lanka, stands a row of homes in varying states of completion. Some need doors and windows; others need walls and a roof. Yet, inside of each house are smiling, determined faces of families working under the hot sun to finish their homes.
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7/16/2007 — Ian and Miss Debby’s Incredible Journey
A Red Cross water safety instructor teaching an autistic boy to swim is proving the wisdom of Commodore Wilbert Longfellow, who said, “Entertain them hugely while educating them gently!”
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7/13/2007 — Youth "Celebrate Differences" to Support the Measles Initiative
Event raises approximately $1,200 for the Measles Initiative.
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7/10/2007 — Drying Out and Cleaning Up
Red Cross service center in Texas is giving adults and children affected by flooding reason to smile.
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7/6/2007 — American Red Cross Observation Trip to Vietnam and Cambodia
Red Cross spokesperson Carol Miller shares sites and sounds from a Red Cross school and community nutrition and health education program.
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7/6/2007 — American Red Cross and partners cooperate to help Kansas
Townspeople from Osawatomie benefit from organizations working together.
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7/5/2007 — American Red Cross shelters hundreds displaced by Kansas Floods
Many will rely on the Red Cross for housing until they can return to their homes or relocate.
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7/4/2007 — Red Cross assists Texas residents returning to their homes
After more than a week of record rainfall that swelled rivers over their banks and flooded communities throughout Texas, flood waters have slowly begun to recede in some areas.
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7/3/2007 — Grounded in Tradition, Changing the Future
A new Red Cross leadership group provides a “window” on the women who make a difference in communities across America.
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7/2/2007 — Everyday People Become Extraordinary Heroes
Deadly flash flooding inundates North Texas—hundreds of families displaced.
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7/2/2007 — When the Sun Goes Up, Don’t Let Your Guard Down
As the weather turns warmer, our thoughts begin to turn to swimming pools, backyard barbeques and other outdoor pleasures. But in our rush to enjoy as much summer fun as we can, we sometimes overlook the many safety hazards lurking outdoors, especially the one that seems most obvious—excessive heat.
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6/29/2007 — Red Cross Relief Workers Respond from Across the Nation
The North Texas Floods hits home for one Red Cross relief worker.
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6/28/2007 — Stay Grounded About Lightning Safety
Lightning kills because it’s so common, but also because it’s so misunderstood. Learn the facts and stay safe.
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6/28/2007 — Flood victim no stranger to Red Cross
Texas flood victim is receiving assistance for second time in a year.
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6/27/2007 — It’s Earthquake Season. Are You Prepared?
Hurricanes and tornadoes have seasons, but earthquakes can—and do—strike at any time.
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6/27/2007 — Lake Tahoe Residents Devastated by Wildfire; Red Cross Responds
As the Angora Wildfire continues to burn, the American Red Cross sustains a strong presence assisting residents in Lake Tahoe.
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6/8/2007 — It’s Tornado, Lightning, and Flood Season, Too
The advent of the hurricane season is a good time to prepare for any natural disaster, including tornadoes, wildfires, floods and thunderstorms.
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6/7/2007 — Beginning of Hurricane Season Reminds Us to Prepare
Hurricane season has officially begun. Are you, your family and your home prepared?
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6/6/2007 — Trainings Teach Red Cross to Partner for Better Disaster Response
Behind closed doors, roughly 170 Red Crossers are learning how to open new doors in their communities.
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6/5/2007 — 'Have No Fear': Florida Students Publish Book to Fight Measles
Students in the fifth and sixth grades are the proud authors and illustrators of a new book that tells the story of two children in Africa who receive measles vaccinations from a Red Cross volunteer. The book teaches young children about measles, the vaccination process, and the role of the Red Cross in helping to reduce measles in Africa.
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6/4/2007 — Red Cross Honors Key Partners and Supporters
Service was the main course at a dinner celebrating the contributions of six individuals and organizations to the American Red Cross.
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5/30/2007 — Lis Rohm, Red Cross Visit Walter Reed Army Medical Center
Actress Lis Rohm is a Red Cross volunteer with her local chapter in New York. Last year, after traveling to the site of a devastating home fire in the Bronx, Rohm decided she wanted to do more with the organization.
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5/25/2007 — As Yogyakarta Recovers, It Focuses on Resiliency
Thanks to American Red Cross assistance, the victims of last year’s Yogyakarta earthquake will be better prepared if another disaster strikes.
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5/25/2007 — Red Cross Stresses Water Safety as Summer Kicks Off
Memorial Day signifies the unofficial beginning of summer, as the school year comes to an end and neighborhood pools begin to open. The warmer months are a time for fun in the sun, and water safety is integral to making sure your family stays safe in and around the water.
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5/25/2007 — Disabled Volunteer Teaches the Most Important Skill: Confidence
Many residents of Summit, New Jersey, are ready to step forward and save a life, thanks to a longtime Red Cross volunteer who has trouble walking.
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5/21/2007 — Older Americans Present Big Challenges, Bigger Opportunities
Senior citizens both provide and use Red Cross services, and more of them will be doing both in the years ahead.
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5/17/2007 — Young Hands Get Hands-On Experience
Instead of taking her sons to work, a Red Cross chapter executive put her sons to work instead.
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5/16/2007 — Beyond the Beaches: "Clubbing" through France
On a hillside west of Verdun, leafy trees and lush greenery give way to memories of muddy foxholes and trenches.
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5/15/2007 — Beyond the Beaches: A Diplomatic Day
In a French town synonymous with war, Red Crossers who assisted the Allied effort honored the fallen, celebrated the spirit of rebirth, and made new friends.
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5/12/2007 — Beyond the Beaches: Honoring a Fallen Comrade
At an American cemetery overlooking Omaha Beach, Red Crossers who served in World War II remember a friend and colleague.
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5/11/2007 — Beyond the Beaches of Normandy
More than 60 years after landing on the beaches at Normandy, several Red Cross workers return to France to retrace their steps and share memories of how they supported our troops.
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5/11/2007 — American Red Cross In St. Louis: Giving Kids Around The World A Healthy Future
Event raised thousands of dollars and increased awareness about the burden of measles in Africa and elsewhere.
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5/9/2007 — American Red Cross Celebrates National Nurses Week
National Nurses Week, which honors the many contributions of nurses and the nursing profession, ends each year on May 12 to coincide with the birthday of Florence Nightingale, considered by many to be the founder of modern nursing. But a nurse who was her contemporary, Clara Barton, helped make nursing popular in the United States, and a later nurse, Jane Delano, made nursing a cornerstone of the American Red Cross.
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5/8/2007 — Together, Red Cross Societies Assist Families in Mozambique
Prior to recent historic floods in Mozambique, Amelia Manuel lived in a farming community near the Zambezi River where she supported her family of three by harvesting cassava, potatoes, bananas, rice and corn. She lived on a fertile piece of land in a comfortable, traditional house made of wood and mud, the typical building materials of her region.
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5/8/2007 — Sharing a Meal, Lending an Ear
As survivors of Greensburg's devastating tornado continue to assess the damage to their homes, the Red Cross remains at the scene, supporting individuals and families with safe shelter, nutritious meals and personal care items.
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5/3/2007 — Through the Eyes of a Child
The eyes of a child are full of innocence, imagination and wonder. One moment a child believes that she is a princess in a fairy tale; the next an astronaut on a space mission chasing aliens. But in moments such as the recent flooding in New Jersey, children see reality as it really is regarding a disaster.
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5/3/2007 — Hope Floats in Somerset County, New Jersey
When Maria Smith settled in Bound Brook, NJ, 10 years ago she had just turned a corner in her life. Maria decided her schedule was too busy and her job too stressful, so she embarked on a program to simplify.
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5/3/2007 — Red Cross Reaches Out to State Legislators
For more than 60 years, U.S. presidents have proclaimed March to be Red Cross Month, providing local chapters a special opportunity to promote Red Cross programs and services and celebrate their ties to their communities. In recent years, many chapters have also begun to use Red Cross Month as a forum for educating their elected officials.
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5/3/2007 — World Red Cross Red Crescent Day 2007
The Red Cross is joined by its chapters around the country and its partners around the world to celebrate World Red Cross Red Crescent Day on May 8.
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5/1/2007 — Volunteer's Company Delivers Hot Meals to Disaster Victims
Red Cross volunteer Jim Corrigan has had tragedy hit close to home. "I lost a lot of friends on 9/11 and I wanted to do something to help," he explained. "A friend suggested I contact the American Red Cross."
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4/30/2007 — 'We Didn't Expect So Much Kindness'
José, 26, and Melissa, 25, Mendez of Manville, N J, paced the floor most of the night on April 15th. The rivers and streams had swollen beyond their banks and were rising quickly throughout the day. The couple drove all but one of their families’ vehicles to the high school parking lot to keep them safe.
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4/30/2007 — Picking up the Pieces
Surrounded by pallets of cased water, Rosa Gutierrez of Bound Brook, New Jersey, shared her family’s living nightmare regarding the recent community floods. Their home’s basement and entire first floor were destroyed and filled with over 5 feet of contaminated flood water.
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4/30/2007 — Husband, Wife Pitch In to Assist Diverse Community Hit By Flooding
Patrick Campbell is not one to sit by and watch while other people are suffering. A full-time student and new Red Cross volunteer, Patrick was one class shy of being a disaster action team member.
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4/27/2007 — Red Cross Helps Bridge Communication Gap
Imagine being fifteen, and your family just moved into your new apartment. Everything is still in boxes. Nothing is organized. Now imagine that rain starts and continues on and on. It seems to be without end and now is causing flooding. This is the story of Vanessa Salas, of 49 West Main.
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4/27/2007 — 'Little John' Makes a Great Volunteer
Volunteer Director Gail Sample of the American Red Cross of Metropolitan New Jersey calls John Giuffre “a delight.” Maybe it is because he is the epitome of a great volunteer.
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4/27/2007 — Church Opens Doors as Shelter With Red Cross Help
Residents of Bound Brook began to feel the crushing blow of flood waters as rivers left their banks and invaded neighborhoods from the April Nor’easter. Pastor Louis Kilgore, First Presbyterian Church, jumped into action.
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4/26/2007 — From Kenya to Cactus – Disasters share a Common Thread
American Red Cross workers are renowned for traveling long distances to help those in need. After a powerful tornado leveled a third of the small town of Cactus, Texas, volunteers began arriving from Kansas, Oklahoma and other parts of the state, but no one traveled further than Anthony Mwangi.
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4/25/2007 — The American Red Cross kicks-off "Fight the Bite" campaign for Malaria Awareness Day
In Washington DC, the Red Cross hosted an outdoors event with a South African band. Red Cross staff and volunteers handed out flyers and information sheets to hundreds of people who attended the event.
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4/24/2007 — "Hot List Party" Highlights Volunteerism, Silent Auction Benefits Red Cross
Condé Nast Traveler magazine hosted its annual "Hot List" party. Cabinet members Susie Castillo, Julianne Moore, and Elisabeth Rohm were in attendance for the evening's festivities.
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4/22/2007 — Shelter from the Storm
Red Nose Response Team that is partnering with the Red Cross to lift spirits during hard times.
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4/22/2007 — Nor’easter Leaves Many Wondering How They Will Manage
The American Red Cross is working throughout flood-affected areas from New Jersey north into New England.
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4/22/2007 — Pets Depend On Us for their Safety
"My dog was swimming in the living room." That's how nine-year-old Tiffany Zapatta rememders the evening when a Nor'easter blew into Bound Brook, N.J.
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4/20/2007 — Red Cross Chapter Eagerly Trains Its Youth Community
The American Red Cross of Central South Carolina Chapter and the Blood Services for that region received a $1000 youth program grant, awarded by the American Red Cross organization, to promote their initiative to encourage youth to participate in local community service programs.
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4/18/2007 — Observer Trip Showcases Health Programs in Vietnam and Cambodia
Observers will witness first-hand the programs supported by the American Red Cross and its local Red Cross partners, which are improving the health of mothers, children and their families.
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4/18/2007 — Red Cross Offers Resources to Help Children and Adults Cope with Tragedy
Educational materials and resources offered by the Red Cross help people of all ages work through the emotional aspects of disaster.
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4/17/2007 — American Red Cross Aids University Community Following Virginia Tech Shooting
The Montgomery-Floyd Chapter of the American Red Cross continues to assist students, families and emergency workers today in the wake of a deadly school shooting at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Va.
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4/16/2007 — Youth Involvement Strategic Investment Grant Project—Lock-In Event
What do you get when you mix 50 fourth, fifth, and sixth-graders with 12 hours of high energy and disaster relief preparedness? A Red Cross lock-in event!
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4/11/2007 — Are You Aware of How to Give Your Pets the Best Care?
There is still time to celebrate National Pet First Aid Awareness Month by learning the necessary steps to keep your pets safe.
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4/11/2007 — Red Cross responds to double disaster in Maine
“About 11:00 o’clock on Wednesday night there were three loud explosions outside my house, and I looked out and saw flaming wires falling to the ground,” said Maine resident Carolyn Keith.
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4/4/2007 — Linking Sioux Falls to Freetown
American Red Cross International Tracing reconnects Liberian Family
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4/4/2007 — Solomon Islands Tsunami Prompts American Red Cross Response
A devastating tsunami struck off the coast of the Western Provinces of the Solomon Islands early this week following a powerful earthquake and many subsequent after shocks. The first quake reached a magnitude of 8.1 on the Richter scale, causing much destruction throughout the island nation. Many shocks were felt for several days following the massive wave that destroyed homes, hospitals and schools.
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4/4/2007 — Promoting HIV Prevention while Strengthening Partnerships: Red Cross societies meet in Haiti for a cross-country exchange
The Haitian Red Cross hosted seven Red Cross Societies from around the world March 3-16, 2007 for a workshop designed to increase the impact of Together We Can, an HIV prevention peer education program.
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4/3/2007 — Red Cross Volunteers Show Compassion in Crisis
Less than three months after a blizzard paralyzed Southeastern Colorado, a deadly tornado tore through the tight-knit community of Holly Wednesday night, splintering homes and scattering their contents.
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3/28/2007 — The American Red Cross and Microsoft launch the i'm Initiative
Recently, the American Red Cross and Microsoft announced the launch of the i’m Initiative, an exciting new partnership designed to provide people interested in supporting the lifesaving work of the Red Cross another channel to do so. By participating in this unique initiative, the Red Cross hopes to raise money for the Disaster Relief Fund and to reach out to a greater number of young people – the next generation of Red Cross supporters.
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3/23/2007 — Mozambique floods: American Red Cross volunteers boost relief efforts
The waters may have temporarily receded, but people in Mozambique continue to struggle in the aftermath of the floods, which devastated the Zambezi flood plain and affected more than 300,000 people.
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3/23/2007 — From the Edge of the Sea: Finding New Hope in Sri Lanka
With encouragement from the American Red Cross and the Sri Lanka Red Cross
Society’s psychosocial support program (PSP) teams, these villagers are finding ways to bring their new community closer.
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