By Dale Steinke With millions of people affected by the catastrophic 2017 hurricane season, the American Red Cross mounted an unprecedented response from all over the country to deliver critically needed food and supplies. Among those called up were Red Cross volunteers David and Sherrie Allen of Whidbey Island, WA. They picked up a … Continue reading This is why we “FILL THE ERV”
How the Red Cross Serves Far-Off Clallam County
By Gordon Williams Every region the Red Cross serves has something that sets it apart. New York has teeming streets and towering buildings. Florida and south Texas face the persistent threat of tropical storms. Parts of California are at risk from wildfires and mudslides. What makes Clallam County WA stand out is not merely its … Continue reading How the Red Cross Serves Far-Off Clallam County
AmeriCorps Story of Service: Hanna Lingenfelter
As an undergraduate student, I studied Archaeology and Anthropology. Understanding and fleshing out the definition of culture is central to these fields of study. My understanding of culture and all that encompasses this sole word was pushed further in my graduate program as an Intercultural Studies student. Today, I believe that cultural competency is critical … Continue reading AmeriCorps Story of Service: Hanna Lingenfelter
AmeriCorps Story of Service: Stephen Hatton
The second quarter of my ten-month AmeriCorps term is wrapping up, leaving me more comfortable with my day-to-day activities, more confident in my abilities, and more comfortable with life in Bellingham. During this service term, I have had the opportunity to serve with numerous volunteers in many different ways. What stands out to me, however, … Continue reading AmeriCorps Story of Service: Stephen Hatton
AmeriCorps Story of Service: Jack Rodman
Service has always been a huge part of my life. Even when I was younger I experienced public service through my parents who always put a large emphasis on helping others and giving back to the community. In fact, I would even go as far as to say that this exposure to service and seeing … Continue reading AmeriCorps Story of Service: Jack Rodman
AmeriCorps Story of Service: Anwishta Acharrya
My name is Anwishta Acharrya and I am an AmeriCorps Community Preparedness Coordinator serving at the American Red Cross in Seattle through the Washington Service Corps. In my position, I educate youths, adults and seniors on Disaster Preparedness with the goal of building a safer, better prepared, and more resilient community. I was recently inspired by a community event that I … Continue reading AmeriCorps Story of Service: Anwishta Acharrya
Why I Volunteer: Rocky Fong
I first joined the Red Cross when I was in middle school back in Hong Kong. It inspired me to see volunteers always respond with aid when it was needed, almost like summoning heroes -- I wanted to be part of that as well. As I grew older and gained a better understanding of the … Continue reading Why I Volunteer: Rocky Fong
How an Auction of Inmate Art will Aid Red Cross Hurricane Relief
By Gordon Williams Edited by Nancy Waddell Damage from the three hurricanes that struck the U.S. and possessions last August and September is put at $265 billion dollars by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Add billions more just from the California wildfires, and the damage caused by disasters last year was staggering. Equally … Continue reading How an Auction of Inmate Art will Aid Red Cross Hurricane Relief
All Dressed Up for Red Cross Month
The City of Wenatchee, WA is most commonly known as the "Apple Capital of the World," but this month, we’re unofficially calling it the “Red Cross Capital of Washington State!” Take a stroll down Wenatchee Avenue and you’ll see why. You can’t miss the bright white banners lining the downtown corridor. It’s a tradition that … Continue reading All Dressed Up for Red Cross Month
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