The American Red Cross’s mission is to “prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies through the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.” It’s indeed the power and commitment of our volunteers that have allowed us to deliver our humanitarian mission since our founding. Red Cross volunteers go wherever there areContinue reading “A Look Back at a Volunteer’s Journey”
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Making a Difference as an Intern Volunteer with the Red Cross
Since January, Jessica Houston has been an intern volunteer with the American Red Cross of the Indiana Region in our Central Chapter. She wanted to be in the community and understand its needs, adding “That’s something the Red Cross does; they actually go out and spend time with the community.” While at the Red Cross,Continue reading “Making a Difference as an Intern Volunteer with the Red Cross”
Volunteer Spotlight: Tammy Stone
Every American Red Cross volunteer has a unique story as to why they volunteer, but Disaster Action Team member Tammy Stone’s story is one that truly embodies the Red Cross’ mission. Tammy, who is legally blind, has been a lifelong volunteer, starting her volunteer career at the age of 14, and has continued to serveContinue reading “Volunteer Spotlight: Tammy Stone”
Making a difference through blood donation: Dominic’s story
One month after his third birthday, Dominic was diagnosed with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. As part of his treatment, he has received eight blood transfusions, which according to Dominic’s mother, Lara, had a dramatic impact on how Dominic felt. “His hemoglobin kept dropping significantly, which made him just exhausted. Even if he wanted to play,Continue reading “Making a difference through blood donation: Dominic’s story”
Red Cross Lifesaving Award: Man Selflessly Saves Driver from Burning Car
Craig Gay did not hesitate to stop to help when he encountered a vehicle that had been involved in a single-car accident. Craig was driving home late from work when he noticed the vehicle had hit a guardrail and was on fire. He approached the car to check on its occupants and saw the driverContinue reading “Red Cross Lifesaving Award: Man Selflessly Saves Driver from Burning Car”
Home Fire Survivor: Gail’s Story
Every year, the American Red Cross invites volunteers, employees, corporate partners and community groups to help with Sound the Alarm as part of the Home Fire Campaign. Teams go out into the community and offer to install free smoke alarms in homes as well as provide home fire safety information to residents. Since launching inContinue reading “Home Fire Survivor: Gail’s Story”
Volunteer Spotlight: Steve Lucas
This week, our volunteer spotlight highlights Disaster Action Team volunteer Steve Lucas. Steve began his Red Cross volunteer work in 2008 as a First Aid volunteer. Steve has always enjoyed helping others, and with that goal in mind, he spent the next 10 and a half years serving in the United States Air Force. AfterContinue reading “Volunteer Spotlight: Steve Lucas”
EMS Professionals Serve Their Communities as Red Cross Volunteers
The American Red Cross works hand in hand with EMS professionals, and what better way to celebrate National EMS Week than to highlight two EMS workers that also serve as Red Cross volunteers. Both Teresa Kiech and Suneeta Kercood serve their communities through not only their roles as Emergency Medical Services professionals but as RedContinue reading “EMS Professionals Serve Their Communities as Red Cross Volunteers”
American Red Cross and Cedar Fair theme parks team up to maintain the summer blood supply
Blood donors will receive a free Cedar Fair theme park ticket When every second counts, blood products can provide lifesaving care. For this reason, the American Red Cross and Cedar Fair are joining forces to ensure that blood is available for patients who need it. The Red Cross and Cedar Fair invite community members toContinue reading “American Red Cross and Cedar Fair theme parks team up to maintain the summer blood supply”
Volunteer Spotlight: Jordi Saunders
May is National Military Appreciation Month, and we would like to thank one of our very own volunteers for both his military and volunteer service. Jordi Saunders has only been a Disaster Action Team volunteer for 18 months and has already made a tremendous impact on his community. Jordi has served the Red Cross asContinue reading “Volunteer Spotlight: Jordi Saunders”