HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. — February 5, 2025 – Greg Dixon, the owner of Calmoseptine, Inc. has committed an impactful gift of $1 Million to the American Red Cross disaster relief and recovery efforts in response to the devasting wildfires across California.

 “The American Red Cross is on the ground in California, delivering safe shelter, warm meals, emotional care and financial assistance to those impacted by the unprecedented wildfires. Partners like Calmoseptine are vital to our mission, helping us bring hope and comfort to those who need it most. We are deeply grateful for their generous support during this critical time,” said Denise Everhart, Red Cross Pacific Division Disaster Executive.  

Thousands are struggling after the catastrophic wildfires wiped out their homes, cherished mementos and even their livelihoods. To help cover urgent expenses we accelerated our financial assistance program to empower families to take control of their recovery.

Amidst the heartbreaking stories, the Red Cross has seen the best of humanity. This gift from Calmoseptine will bring resources and a sense of hope to those who need it most. Dixon strongly encourages his community and fellow business owners to do all they can to support their neighbors in need. “Imagine if every wealthy individual donated a significant amount of their wealth to charity each year, we could make a huge impact on those less fortunate,” Dixon expressed while sharing the motivation behind his philanthropy.

With so many organizations with compelling missions to support, Dixon is often torn with which causes to direct his generosity. Through establishing a relationship with Red Cross senior disaster leader, Denise Everhart, Dixon trusts that his donated dollars will go far in bringing relief to vulnerable communities following a disaster. “Denise shared with me the partnerships and investments her teams have made to make their operations streamlined and efficient,” Dixon shared.

Calmoseptine, Inc. has been a loyal supporter of the Red Cross since 2018, generously contributing over $3.3 Million to several disasters and special initiatives such as our First Aid App, Covid-19 response, and providing Calmoseptine^® Ointment packets for client distribution. “The Red Cross is honored to earn the trust and generosity of Calmoseptine, Inc. and sincerely appreciates all of their philanthropic efforts to help alleviate human suffering across southern California and beyond,” continued Everhart.
 

About Calmoseptine, Inc.

Greg Dixon, third owner of Calmoseptine^® Ointment, founded Calmoseptine, Inc. in 1987. Calmoseptine^® Ointment was developed 70 years ago, by a pharmacist, as a diaper rash ointment. Since then, Calmoseptine^® Ointment has been proven to be an excellent multi- purpose moisture barrier ointment, used by patients and healthcare professionals for many conditions involving the skin of both adults and children. For four years in a row Calmoseptine^® Ointment has won the US News and World Report’s survey for the #1 Pharmacist Recommended Brand in Incontinence-Related Skin Protectants.

Dixon founded Calmo Manufacturing, Inc., a state-of -the-art facility dedicated exclusively to the manufacture of Calmoseptine^® Ointment in 2010. This facility includes processing, robotic packaging and a Quality Control Department consisting of three Chemists operating under the highest standards of quality following cGMP, cGLP and ICH guidelines.

Dixon is a loyal supporter of many children’s organizations including Children’s Hospital Los Angeles and Orange County, Colette’s Children’s Home, Rady Children’s Hospital, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and Shriner’s Children’s Hospital. His philanthropic endeavors also go to support women and children shelters, homeless shelters, recovery centers and he regularly supports Mercy House in Costa Mesa, Meals on Wheels and St. Vincent Senior Citizen Nutrition Program.

About the American Red Cross:

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or follow us on social media.

For the latest on the Red Cross Los Angeles wildfires response visit redcross.org/LA.

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