For the past 3-4 years, the American Red Cross Olympic Peninsula Chapter has increased its outreach efforts in the tribal communities on the Peninsula. By pushing out to the west end, closest to the Pacific Ocean, they've been able to engage more of these communities in Red Cross services such as preparedness and disaster relief.The majority … Continue reading Tribal Outreach on the Peninsula
Heroes Breakfast Celebrates 20 Years
For more than a century, the American Red Cross Mount Rainier Chapter has been a community leader in emergency preparedness and response. The annual Heroes Breakfast event honors a longstanding tradition of heroism by recognizing local individuals whose extraordinary acts make them a hero.This October, the Pierce County Heroes Breakfast celebrated its 20th Anniversary. In … Continue reading Heroes Breakfast Celebrates 20 Years
The FAST in Action!
This past Saturday October 5th from 9 to 11 am, our First Aid Stations Team (FAST) members participated in the 4th annual CFC 5K Fun Run/Walk, sponsored by Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility. All the proceeds went to the Greater Olympic Peninsula United Way with the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC). All running … Continue reading The FAST in Action!
Red Cross volunteers at the Seattle Stand Down
On September 11, some of our Emergency Service volunteers served as the feeding crew at the Seattle Stand Down. Stand Down seeks to support veterans through peer-to-peer mentoring and community building. The event in Seattle gave veterans a venue to access various community and VA social services, with a primary focus on homeless and at-risk … Continue reading Red Cross volunteers at the Seattle Stand Down
Welcome New Americorps Team!
On September 3rd, we welcomed our new Americorps team members.They arrived with shining faces and overnight bags. Their first two days of orientation were packed with information, team building, and exotic animals. After a full day of training, the group left for the Woodland Park Zoo in Seattle. They spent the evening learning, enjoying the … Continue reading Welcome New Americorps Team!
Safe in the Sound Prepares the Community
Safe in the Sound, a three-year regional preparedness campaign to better prepare individuals in the Puget Sound area, is in full swing. By teaching residents how to Get a Kit, Make a Plan and Be Informed, the American Red Cross is taking solid steps toward making sure everyone is ready for when, not if the … Continue reading Safe in the Sound Prepares the Community
Chloe Clark Elementary
Huge thank you to Mr. Slater and the students of Chloe Clark Elementary School, who recently donated more than $2,800 for local family disaster relief. The students at Chloe Clark have been raising money for the local American Red Cross for a number of years -- we hope they keep up their fundraising spirit! Visit … Continue reading Chloe Clark Elementary
A Red Cross Love Story
Chris Bender and Jessica Hurst, two former AmeriCorps members who met at the Seattle Red Cross got married in Snohomish last weekend. In addition to being registered at the usual places, they're encouraging donations to the Seattle Red Cross in honor of where they met. The couple currently lives in Boston, where Chris provided first … Continue reading A Red Cross Love Story
Holiday Safety Tips
It’s time for Fourth of July celebrations – fireworks, a backyard barbecue, maybe a trip to the beach. Whatever people have planned, the American Red Cross wants them to enjoy their holiday and has steps they can follow to be safe. “We want everyone to have a great holiday, and a safe one,” said Dawn … Continue reading Holiday Safety Tips
University of Michigan Alumni Tour
"We really enjoyed our experience blending one of our social groups with the work we do here at the Red Cross, and we encourage others to think about how they can get their own groups — neighbors, families, bandmates, whatever — informed and involved," Ashley Hill, Preparedness AmeriCorps Member Yesterday, AmeriCorps members Emily Smalligan and Ashley … Continue reading University of Michigan Alumni Tour
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