I first became a Red Cross Volunteer in 2009 while living in Mexico. I was part of the Cruz Roja Mexicana Medical Team for 3 years while completing my education. In 2016, I moved to the United States. In 2018, when I moved to Washington State, I looked into joining the organization again. Today … Continue reading Why I Volunteer: Dianna Salas
Two sisters, one mission. Why Betsy and Ginny volunteer.
Betsy Wittohn (left) recruited her own sister Ginny Bear (right) to become a Red Cross volunteer Why I Volunteer: Betsy Wittohn I started volunteering in October 2017, after the Tubbs Fire tore through Santa Rosa, CA, where I live. It burned 5,000 homes, but thankfully, not ours. My husband, Andy, and I saw that Red … Continue reading Two sisters, one mission. Why Betsy and Ginny volunteer.
Saluting the memory of volunteer Carl Robert “Poppy” Johnson
Carl Johnson was recognized as the 2019 Volunteer of the Year by our Service to the Armed Forces team. By Gordon Williams One reason why the Northwest Region of the American Red Cross publishes this blog is to honor the volunteers who serve the organization. More than 90 percent of all Red Cross workers — … Continue reading Saluting the memory of volunteer Carl Robert “Poppy” Johnson
Lessons to be learned before the next tsunami hits
A tsunami warning sign is prominently placed near the Bremerton ferry dock in Washington State. By Gordon Williams Fortunately, the mid-January tsunami triggered by an undersea volcanic eruption near the Pacific nation of Tonga caused only minor flooding along the Washington seacoast. Ocean waves never topped three feet and never swept inland to threaten coastal … Continue reading Lessons to be learned before the next tsunami hits
Five Red Cross volunteers win Presidential Service Awards
By Gordon Williams It takes scads of volunteers, working long hours, for the American Red Cross to carry out its Service to the Armed Forces (SAF) mission of aiding members of the military and their families. Recently, the Red Cross saluted those SAF volunteers by presenting more than 200 of them with the President’s Volunteer … Continue reading Five Red Cross volunteers win Presidential Service Awards
Why I Volunteer: Daisy Abreu
Daisy Abreu is a Red Cross volunteer, based in Puyallup, WA I became a Red Cross volunteer because I wanted to serve my community in the face of disasters. I have worked in Community Mental Health all my professional life and using my skills with the Red Cross felt like the perfect place to volunteer. I … Continue reading Why I Volunteer: Daisy Abreu
Stop home heating fires before they get started
By Gordon Williams There is nothing as comforting as a blast of heat on a wintry day. That’s why we fill our homes with devices that generate heat on command. Figures from the American Red Cross show that “nearly half of American families use alternative heating sources such as space heaters, fireplaces or wood/coal stoves … Continue reading Stop home heating fires before they get started
Why I Volunteer: Michelle Mallet
Michelle Mallet is a Red Cross volunteer from Seattle, WA I volunteer in two ways for the American Red Cross Northwest Region. As a shelter worker in times of emergency, and also as a Youth Preparedness Presenter. I believe preparing kids for possible scenarios fosters a sense of resilience and self-assured strength. Knowing what to … Continue reading Why I Volunteer: Michelle Mallet
A potentially life-saving skill: JBLM-Red Cross partnership provides CPR training to members of the military community
“The whole reason why we wanted to offer these [trainings] to the military community is to give them the convenience of getting or maintaining their certifications,” said Christie Merrill with Red Cross Training Services.
Why I Volunteer: Julie Kent
I am fortunate to be able to touch the Red Cross mission on multiple levels. First, as a Corporate Relationship Manager for the Northwest Region. In my day job, I work with partners on engagement strategies for their own employees. Including, of course, volunteer opportunities with the Red Cross. One of those opportunities is … Continue reading Why I Volunteer: Julie Kent
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