The power of the American Red Cross relies on your generous donations and the tireless efforts of our volunteers, employees, board members and community partners — dedicated people who will continue to make a difference for thousands of lives in 2024 and beyond. As we close out 2023, we wish you a safe and healthy holiday season, and invite you to review some of our region's proudest and most memorable moments.
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Red Cross Volunteer Sue with Scave Rukan in Dededo. Scave and her family were impacted by the devastation of Typhoon Mawar, and were grateful for Red Cross support.
Archurine Mateak if Ipam Taly, Guam, explaines to a Red Cross volunteer how Typhoon Mawar tore the roof from his family home as the Red Cross delivers kits to assist with shelter and cleaning.
Ellery Paz is a Red Cross volunteer in Guam. When asked what strikes him most about the Red Cross response to the disaster, he was quick to answer.
“I was not expecting all these volunteers from the Red Cross to fly out here to serve Guam.”
“This is my first time ever asking for help in my life. And someone from Red Cross chased me down in a parking lot and helped me, and I’m never going to forget that as long as I live.”
Lisa Agdeppa is a Lahaina resident who was displaced by the fires. In her role on the Shelter Resident Transition team, she's helped place four families that she personally recognized.
Volunteers visit four checkpoints along the road as they travel through the town, and at each stop, these service men and women say they are grateful for not only the provisions but also the conversation and connection.
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As you consider local charities to donate to this holiday, we hope you'll choose the American Red Cross for your year end giving.
