[New York, NY July 9, 2024] – The American Red Cross in Greater New York today announced the appointment of Doreen Thomann-Howe as regional Chief Executive Officer of the Greater New York Region. As regional CEO, Thomann-Howe will oversee Red Cross services across New York City, Long Island, Westchester and Rockland counites, Greenwich, Conn., and the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. Ms. Thomann-Howe succeeds Mary Barneby, who served as Regional CEO between 2020-2023.

“After an extensive search, we are thrilled to welcome Doreen Thomann-Howe to the Red Cross. Her experience in both government and the non-profit sector and her commitment to supporting communities in need will ensure the Red Cross in Greater New York will continue to deliver its mission to our neighbors before, during and after emergencies big and small,” said Jill Coyle, Chair, Board of Directors, American Red Cross in Greater New York.

“Throughout my career I have worked to support families in crisis. At a time when communities face increasing and complex challenges to recover from disasters, I am honored to join the Red Cross to continue to expand programs and partnerships to enhance services and support for our neighbors in need. I look forward to working with the nearly 5,000 Red Cross volunteers and partners to support the powerful and meaningful impact it has on the communities it serves,” said Doreen Thomann-Howe.

As Regional Chief Executive Officer for the American Red Cross in Greater New York, Ms. Thoman-Howe will oversee Red Cross service delivery to support the 13 million people who live across the region. In the 12-month period between July 1, 2023 – May 31, 2024, those services included:

• providing immediate emergency assistance including temporary lodging, food and clothing, comfort and support to families after 1465 home fires and other disasters;
• making 5731 households safer through the installation of 17968 free smoke alarms as part of the Home Fire Campaign;
• teaching 14063 people life-saving Health & Safety skills such as CPR and First Aid;
• supporting 3060 members of the military, veterans, and their families; and
• helping collect 8713 lifesaving blood donations from volunteer donors
   

Prior to joining the Red Cross, Ms. Thomann-Howe served as Chief Operating Officer, Project Renewal, a New York City homeless services provider, where she oversaw programs and services, including shelters, supportive housing, health care, workforce development, and the social-purpose catering company City Beet Kitchens.

She previously was the Deputy Commissioner of Family Services at the New York City Department of Homeless Services where she oversaw the City’s provision of shelter and services to families with children experiencing homelessness. Ms. Thomann-Howe also co-directed a citywide initiative at the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene that focused on New Yorkers living with serious mental health concerns and re-engaged them when they fell out of care. In addition to her work in City government, she has worked at Harlem United Community AIDS Center, the Brooklyn Center for Psychotherapy, and Gouverneur Hospital. A licensed clinical social worker, Ms. Thomann-Howe received her BA in Psychology from City College of NY and her MSW from the NYU School of Social Work.

About the American Red Cross:
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or follow us on social media.