Broward County
The Broward County Chapter of the American Red Cross proudly serves over 1.9 million Broward County residents.
Every March, we honor those who make the lifesaving mission of the American Red Cross possible. We invite you to join our humanitarian mission and help make a difference by:
The Red Cross is here for you. Please call us 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) - 24 hours a day.
We provide help for members of the military, veterans and their families to prepare for, cope with and respond to the challenges of military service. Call 1-877-272-7337 (24 hours a day) or click below to learn more.
The Red Cross offers classes in: CPR, first aid, lifeguarding, learn to swim, water safety and more. Click below to learn more.
For questions about classes or certification cards you may also call: 1-800-RED-CROSS.
Help people affected by disasters big and small.
Your time and talent can make a real difference in people's lives.
The Red Cross actively supports fundraising on many popular platforms - whether you use Facebook, Instagram, or prefer to live stream, we have the resources to get you started!
Paula Prendergast joined the American Red Cross Broward County Chapter as Executive Director in 2014. Since being appointed to lead the chapter, she has inspired and empowered a renewal of the Red Cross mission. She’s no stranger to Broward County; Prendergast has been in non-profit management for over 25 years. She’s a proven leader and true proponent of the non-profit sector. Paula has directed major fundraising events for community health organizations and was instrumental in bringing back to the Broward County Chapter the American Red Cross Dine & Dock Celebrity/CEO & Experience Auction Humanitarian Awards. This outstanding signature event generates awareness and helps raise funds for the Red Cross mission. Paula was the Area Director of the American Lung Association in Florida and served as Executive Director for the Florida Chapter Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America.
Paula is an avid angler from York, Penn. and a graduate of Towson University. She is a member of the Fort Lauderdale Woman’s Club, Nonprofit Executive Alliance of Broward and Trustee Member of the Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale. Additionally, she serves on the Broward County Recovery Coalition and Parkland Shooting Task Force.
Liz Caldwell*†, Real Estate Advisor
Liz Caldwell Group
Compass
Tommy Demopoulos, CFI, CFPE, CFPS, CFEI, CFO, FM, Division Chief / Fire Marshal Fire Rescue Department
City of Tamarac
Katy Ellis*†, Property Manager
Margaux Fiori*†, CDFA, CEO
Fiori Financial Group
Teresa Fox, Luxury Travel Advisor
FORA
Lawrence Franchetti, CEO
One Beat Medical & Training
Robert E. Grasty, Executive Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer
Amtrak
Anne Marie Groblewski, Vice President, Facilities Management and Procurement
JM Family Enterprises, Inc.
Cynthia Imperato*†, Philanthropy/D&D Chair, Retired Judge
Kenny Infante
Stefanie C. Moon, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Chair, Circuit Court Judge
Broward County Courthouse
Larry Ploucha, Mission Impact Committee Chair, Attorney at Law
Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC
Ravi & Devyn Ramnarain, CPA, LLC
Rick Shaw, CEO
Tropical Financial Credit Union
Debbie Banks-Snyder*†, Board Secretary, Owner/Vice-President Lago Mar Beach Resort & Club
James W. Waldman, ESQ, General Counsel
Keiser University and Everglades University
Kay Yoder*†, Vice Chair & Board Development Chair
VP Environmental, Health, Safety, & Business Continuity
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits
*Tiffany Circle Member
†Board Visionary
