By Gordon Williams It is mildly interesting to know that May is National Hamburger Month, National Salad Month and Older Americans Month. But if you live in Washington state, you should definitely know that May is Volcano Preparedness Month — officially proclaimed so by Washington Governor Jay Inslee. To understand what is behind that proclamation, … Continue reading Make the most of Volcano Preparedness Month
Meet “Java” Horn: The Air Force General on the Red Cross Board
By Gordon Williams Edited by Nancy Waddell Air Force Brigadier General Jeremy (Java) Horn is obviously a man who likes to keep busy. His day job is commanding the two-thousand-and-some men and women in the three units that make up the Washington Air National Guard. But Horn also finds time to serve on the board … Continue reading Meet “Java” Horn: The Air Force General on the Red Cross Board
Why Crystal LeBoeuf Volunteers
I am originally from Louisiana. After Hurricane Katrina, I was so impressed with the response of the organization, I decided to join the American Red Cross. In 2007, an AmeriCorps opportunity opened up at Fort Knox, KY and I was able to stay in that position for 2 years. I loved every minute of it. … Continue reading Why Crystal LeBoeuf Volunteers
Why Katie Nybo Volunteers
One of the most gratifying and fulfilling feelings is giving back, knowing you can make a difference in a time of need and help others put pieces back together following a tragic experience. When I worked at Servpro Puyallup, it was my job to help people after a flood or home fire - but I'll … Continue reading Why Katie Nybo Volunteers
Meet (unofficial) Mascot: Clara BARKton
Clara BARKton recently started popping up on our Northwest Region social media accounts. Why? Because we love the spirit shown by both Clara and her human-mom Kay Wallis, and wanted to share their story with you. Kay is a Donor Communications and Stewardship Specialist working primarily out of our King County office, but contributes to … Continue reading Meet (unofficial) Mascot: Clara BARKton
Why Snohomish County Sets the Pace in Smoke Alarms
By Gordon Williams Officially the Red Cross Sound the Alarm campaign starts April 28 with the ambitious goal of installing 100,000 smoke alarms nationwide in homes that lack them. At the Red Cross chapter serving Snohomish County, however, April 28 is likely to seem just another working day. Volunteers there make installing smoke alarms a … Continue reading Why Snohomish County Sets the Pace in Smoke Alarms
Why Gale Wick Volunteers
Gale Wick has been volunteering for the Red Cross for over 58 years. He is currently retired and lives with his wife in Wenatchee. Gale grew up in Montana and began helping others back in the 1960's during an ice storm. His family lived near a mountain pass and the Red Cross used their barn … Continue reading Why Gale Wick Volunteers
This is why we “FILL THE ERV”
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: Jared Schneider
January 29th started as a slow day in the Everett American Red Cross office. Volunteers were trickling in and out, I didn’t have any disaster preparedness presentations to conduct, and it seemed like any another Pacific Northwest winter day. Some of us have the police scanner on in the background while we go about our … Continue reading AmeriCorps Story of Service: Jared Schneider
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