By: Adeline Cook For many volunteers joining the American Red Cross is not just about giving back—it’s a deeply personal calling. Take, Ganapathy Murugan, a volunteer from Farmington, Connecticut. Growing up in India, he was exposed to the American Red Cross through their international efforts. He saw blood drives, humanitarian, and educational efforts in his […]

By Sophia Mento, American Red Cross volunteer Did you know that 90 percent of the Red Cross workforce are volunteers? The Red Cross relies heavily on the dedication and compassion of volunteers to carry out its mission. Volunteers play a crucial role in various aspects of the organization’s efforts. Their selfless commitment allows the organization […]

By Jonathan Sandstrom, American Red Cross Middletown’s Janice Iglesias loves her work with the American Red Cross. She joined the organization in May 2020 and has been part of the disaster response team in North Central Connecticut ever since.  “The Disaster Action Team volunteers and the leadership in my territory are amazing and my teammates’ dedication to […]