By Gordon Williams When Jamie Hill first joined the American Red Cross in 2010, her goal was to aid disaster victims — helping in those critical first hours after disaster strikes. A family friend was a deputy fire chief in Kittitas County WA, and Jamie found his stories of firefighters in action compelling. “I wanted to … Continue reading How Jamie Hill manages King County Red Cross disaster response
A Yakima mother tells how donated blood saved her son’s life
By Gordon Williams Americans donate 14 million units of blood and blood products each year--with 40 percent of that collected and processed by the American Red Cross. Every drop of that donated blood has the potential to ease suffering or even to help save a life. Here is the real-life story of one young man … Continue reading A Yakima mother tells how donated blood saved her son’s life
Red Cross: National blood crisis may put patients at risk
Kala Breder knows all too well how dire a blood shortage can be. In July 2020, hours after the birth of her son by emergency Cesarean section, Kala developed a complication and began hemorrhaging.
Why the Red Cross wants you to “Resolve to Volunteer”
By Gordon Williams If you are into making resolutions around this time of year, here’s a suggestion from the American Red Cross that deserves your attention... “Resolve to Volunteer and Help Those in Need in 2022,” says a message from the Red Cross. Most Red Cross workers are volunteers — handling tasks that range from aiding … Continue reading Why the Red Cross wants you to “Resolve to Volunteer”
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 the opportunity 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 … Continue reading Why I Volunteer: Daisy Abreu
Why I Volunteer: Disha Sharma
“I hope my involvement here also inspires others to be a part of this organization, and together we can bring difference and hope in people’s lives.”
Why I Volunteer: Son Michael Pham
Joining the American Red Cross as volunteer is my way of paying it forward. Son Michael Pham I grew up and lived in South Vietnam and left on the last day before the end of the war. More than 2,000 people were packed on a container ship searching for safety and freedom. Whenever a plane was spotted, … Continue reading Why I Volunteer: Son Michael Pham
Staying Safe on the Road Whatever Winter Brings
By Gordon Williams With snow, ice and bone-chilling cold so often in the forecast, driving in winter can challenge the most experienced of drivers. But given the predictions from some widely-followed prognosticators, hitting the highways this winter could be especially perilous. “This coming winter could well be one of the longest and coldest that we’ve … Continue reading Staying Safe on the Road Whatever Winter Brings
Blood recipient turned donor: Megan Hall shares her story
William and Megan Hall in Pullman WA, 2021 By Gordon Williams When Megan Hall of Pullman WA donates blood, it is her way of saying “thank you” to the American Red Cross whose blood collection program helped save her life. Americans donate nearly 14 million units of blood each year (each unit being around a … Continue reading Blood recipient turned donor: Megan Hall shares her story
Holidays for Heroes in Washington State
By Jennifer Astion CSEW Board member Brian Opitz showing 100 holiday cards and cookie packages that will be delivered to local veterans in the Tri-Cities and Walla Walla. Holidays for Heroes is a year-round program the American Red Cross offers in many regions across the country to recognize the courage and sacrifice made by members … Continue reading Holidays for Heroes in Washington State
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