Pictured: Michael Hesbach, Executive Director of the Red Cross of South Carolina Eastern Chapter, and Kara Byrd, Red Cross of South Carolina Philanthropy Officer.
Myrtle Beach, S.C., December 12, 2022 – In order to help the American Red Cross of South Carolina’s mission of responding to disasters across the state, the Drs. Bruce and Lee Foundation is donating a new Humanitarian Vehicle to the American Red Cross to assist with critical relief efforts.
“The Red Cross of South Carolina is ready 24/7 to respond to disasters big and small. The work of the Red Cross wouldn’t be possible without our volunteers and community partners,” said Michael Hesbach, Executive Director of the Red Cross of South Carolina Eastern Chapter. “We are so appreciative to the Drs. Bruce and Lee Foundation and their generous donation that allows us to support local communities, every day.”
The Red Cross of South Carolina responds to, on average, six home fires a day across the state along with other local disasters. Our teams are able to provide assistance for immediate needs like food, shelter and clothing because of support from partners like the Drs. Bruce and Lee Foundation. This gift and partnership will help us meet the needs of the communities in South Carolina.
“The Drs. Bruce and Lee Foundation is proud to support the American Red Cross with this gift of a humanitarian services vehicle. The vehicle, based out of their Florence office, will be used by staff and volunteers to respond to local disasters including victims of home fires,” said L. Bradley Callicott, Executive Director of the Drs. Bruce and Lee Foundation. “Their activity aligns with our mission to advance the general welfare and the quality of all life in Florence, SC Area, as the Red Cross provides client intake and distribution of immediate financial assistance.”
You can also make a donation, of any size, to help the American Red Cross continue to deliver its lifesaving mission nationwide by visiting redcross.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visiting RedCross.org About the American Red Cross:
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies nearly half of the nation’s blood; teaches lifesaving skills; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a charitable organization – not a government agency – and depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit www.redcross.org/SC or @RedCrossSC ###