I’ve always enjoyed volunteering in my community and was looking for a new opportunity. To be honest, the Red Cross wasn’t the first organization that came to mind. But in December 2021, I visited Kentucky, very near where the tornados hit. (I live in Seattle where we don’t have tornadoes and have no understanding of the … Continue reading Why I Volunteer: Kathy Humphrey
“A chance to leave the world a little better”: Why Aaron and Deb Hayes became Red Cross Volunteers
By Evan Peper Three rivers threatened to overflow, farms and homes flooded, even I-5 itself was in danger of falling underwater -- Lewis County was hit hard by torrential rains that took place at the start of 2022. Acts of heroism always arise with natural disasters, as evidenced by the 20+ water rescues needed by … Continue reading “A chance to leave the world a little better”: Why Aaron and Deb Hayes became Red Cross Volunteers
Now is the right time to become a Red Cross volunteer
By Gordon Williams Responding to help a disaster victim in Bellingham, WA March is American Red Cross Month — first proclaimed by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt in 1943 and just reaffirmed by President Joe Biden. And while you can observe the occasion by donating money or blood, you could do the greatest good by becoming … Continue reading Now is the right time to become a Red Cross volunteer
Why I Volunteer: Dianna Salas
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
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
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
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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