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
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
THE DAY VOLUNTEER TRACY SHEEHY SAVED A LIFE
Tracy Sheehy, Red Cross Volunteer By Gordon Williams When Red Cross volunteer Tracy Sheehy first learned cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) at Peninsula High School in Gig Harbor WA, she considered it a skill that might prove of use one day. In fact, Tracy’s knowledge of CPR saved a life last Thanksgiving Day when she came to … Continue reading THE DAY VOLUNTEER TRACY SHEEHY SAVED A LIFE
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