May is Military Appreciation Month, a time to honor and recognize the contributions and sacrifices of the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.
The American Red Cross provides support to those who serve at every step of their career — from the moment a service member takes their oath to the time they’re navigating life as a veteran.
“We recognize the incredible sacrifices our service members and their families make and we are dedicated to providing a network of support,” said Lieutenant Colonel (retired) Gregory C. Scrivens, who serves as the Service to the Armed Forces Program Director for the American Red Cross of Central Florida and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
You can find Red Cross volunteers at military installations and facilities locally and across the globe. Within Central Florida, we provide in-person support, programs and services for:
Additionally, the Red Cross helps military families communicate with their loved ones during times of emergency, offers free resiliency workshops for managing challenges and stress, and helps reconnect families separates by international conflicts.
ONGOING NEED FOR VOLUNTEERS This spring, we’re working to “grow” our volunteer base with a critical need for specific positions on our Service to the Armed Forces and International Services team. For those with a military background -- or just a heart for military and veteran communities -- opportunities to volunteer and support are available in Central Florida. Here are our three greatest local needs.
Turn your appreciation into action by volunteering with the Red Cross today.
Visit www.redcross.org/volunteer or contact your local Red Cross chapter to learn about opportunities.
Visit www.redcross.org/saf for full information about programs that support military communities.
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