The American Red Cross of Connecticut serves more than 3.5 million Connecticut residents in 168 towns in Hartford, Fairfield, Litchfield, Middlesex, New Haven, New London, Tolland and Windham counties, plus Fishers Island, N.Y.
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A Personal Reflection by Liz Griffith, American Red Cross Volunteer On September 11th, I joined the American Red Cross in Connecticut for their annual Day of Service in Hartford, part of the larger Home Fire Campaign—a nationwide effort dedicated to installing free smoke alarms and teaching families about home fire safety and disaster preparedness. Since […]
By: Erin Craw, PhD After seeing a blood drive event poster on his college campus one day, Andrew Delaney kickstarted his incredible donor journey with the American Red Cross – one that would inspire many, especially his family. Becoming a Donor Andrew quickly developed an appreciation for giving and began donating regularly. In fact, ever […]
Story by: Ellen Tuckett, American Red Cross From Personal Crisis to Lifesaving Action When David Weinreb welcomes donors to his annual blood drive in New Haven, it’s deeply personal. A longtime teacher, community leader, and advocate, David began organizing blood drives after a life-altering experience following the birth of his daughter, Dalia. Shortly after Dalia […]