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The best way to provide immediate relief to your neighbors facing emergency situations is through a monetary donation. Our disaster assistance programs rely heavily on the generous financial support of citizens in the Minnesota and Dakotas region. Even if you only have a few dollars to spare, your donation to American Red Cross disaster relief will make a significant difference in the lives of those facing disasters. Make a one-time donation today either online, by phone, or by mail, or set up a recurring monthly donation to make an even bigger difference.
The humanitarian work that we do at American Red Cross would not be possible without our volunteers. We have a variety of disaster relief volunteer opportunities available, as well as potential positions focused on facility management, health and safety, service to the Armed Forces, and professional specialties like photography, IT, and more. Check out our current volunteer opportunities near you in Mankato and Southwest Minnesota!
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Leah Pockrandt has more than 15 years of nonprofit experience, having previously served as Director of Development and Marketing for the Greater Mankato Area United Way and as the Development Director for the College of Business at Minnesota State University Mankato. Most recently, she served as Resource Development Director for the School Sisters of Norte Dame Central Pacific Province. She has extensive experience in fundraising, board engagement, and volunteer management. Pockrandt has a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications and a master’s degree in Multidisciplinary Studies, both from Minnesota State University, Mankato.
Ruth Martens, Chair – US Bank
Stacie Cook, Vice Chair – retired
Lynn Akey – Minnesota State University, Mankato
Jeff Bengtson – Department of Public Safety, City of Mankato
Pam DeMarce – WOWZone
Alison Errington – Schwan’s Company
Lance Jeppson – Pioneer Bank
Samantha Kaul – Century 21 Atwood Realty
Mary Jo Menden – retired
Bonnie Pettis – Consolidated Communications
Red Cross Disaster Mental Health Volunteer Marks 15 Years of Service MaryJane Westra received her 15 years of Red Cross volunteer service in late October. To mark the occasion in MaryJane fashion, a couple days later she hopped on a plane for a multi-week deployment to Hawaii. MaryJane’s role as a Disaster Mental Health volunteer …
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Continue ReadingHi, I’m Stephanie Raygoza-Garcia from the Minnesota and Dakotas Red Cross Region. I first became a volunteer in 2016 and responded to local home fires in my area. In the beginning of October, I headed out on a plane for a three-week deployment in Hawaii. I had hours of training to do before this could …
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