American Red Cross Michigan Volunteers Deployed to Assist in Hawaii Disaster Relief Operation
More volunteers could be deployed as mobilization efforts continue.
More volunteers could be deployed as mobilization efforts continue.
DETROIT (Aug. 11, 2023) – The American Red Cross Michigan Region is deploying a team of volunteers to assist with the disaster relief and response efforts in Hawaii.
As of Friday, seven Red Cross Michigan volunteers are among those helping with the disaster relief operation. The number of deployments could increase as Red Cross mobilization efforts continue in Hawaii.
“Our thoughts are with everyone impacted by what are some of the deadliest wildfires in recent history,” said Mary Lynn Foster, regional chief executive officer for the Red Cross in Michigan. “With officials and partners, Red Cross teams are providing evacuees with a safe place to stay, food to eat and emotional support during this challenging time.”
Foster said the Michigan Region of the Red Cross has been a leader in coordinating volunteer deployments where the need is most.
“Our volunteers are once again stepping up to meet the needs of the people impacted by these devastating wildfires,” Foster said. “We are grateful to our Michigan volunteers who will be supporting the relief effort in Hawaii.”
People can help those affected by disasters by making a financial gift to Red Cross Disaster Relief. Your gift enables the Red Cross to prepare for, respond to and help people recover from disasters big and small. To make a financial donation:
For those interested in helping people specifically affected by the Hawaii Wildfires, write “Hawaii Wildfires” in the memo line of a check and mail it with a completed donation form to the address on the form or to their local Red Cross chapter.
MEDIA CONTACT: David Olejarz | david.olejarz@redcross.org | 313-303-0606
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