The American Red Cross New Jersey Region kicked off Red Cross Month with a BANG at the Battleship New Jersey in Camden. In addition to Red Cross volunteers, the event was attended by key figures including guest speakers Camden Mayor Victor Carstarphen and Marshall Spevack, Executive Director and CEO of the USS New Jersey.
Under a sunny sky, everyone gathered to celebrate and honor the work of Red Cross volunteers, partners and supporters. Since the Red Cross is rooted in serving military members and veterans, the Battleship New Jersey served as a special backdrop for this event.
Red Cross New Jersey Region CEO Rosie Taravella expressed delight at celebrating Red Cross Month at the Battleship New Jersey before it is towed to Philadelphia and dry dock for maintenance.
“The Battleship is such a beautiful asset and we’re here every year to celebrate Marich is Red Cross Month. It’s become our tradition,” said Taravella.
Speaking about the impact Red Cross volunteers have had on the City of Camden, was Mayor Carstarphen. “Every day, Red Cross volunteers and staff help to connect with families who have lost everything to a home fire or other disaster, often in the City of Camden. You al have been a wonderful teammate to our city.”
Mayor Carstarphen spoke about the importance of the Red Cross work throughout the state, noting the impact on fire prevention with more than 52,600 free smoke alarms being installed in vulnerable New Jersey communities, including 4,000 alarms installed in the City of Camden.
The Red Cross flag was raised on board the Battleship and will fly throughout the month of March, until the ship leaves for dry dock.
Throughout March, notable landmarks and buildings will be lit red in celebration of The American Red Cross, our volunteers, blood donors and supporters.
HOW TO GET INVOVLED Join us during Red Cross Month by visiting redcross.org to make a financial donation, give blood or platelets, become a volunteer or take a class in lifesaving skills, such as first aid, CPR and how to use an AED. On March 27, you can also join our annual Red Cross Giving Day campaign by donating at redcross.org/givingday to help and support people affected by disasters big and small.
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