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
How Veteran Eddie Ramos uses his Military skills to serve the Red Cross
After 20 years in the U.S. Air Force, Eddie Ramos is working toward a career in Human Resources while gaining experience as a Red Cross volunteer. By Gordon Williams When Eddie Ramos of DuPont WA volunteered for the American Red Cross in April of 2021, he wove another strand in the ties that bind the … Continue reading How Veteran Eddie Ramos uses his Military skills to serve the Red Cross
Joanne Kellie: A deep loss for the Red Cross
By Gordon Williams Joanne Kellie (center) during a volunteer shift at the Wenatchee Cooling Shelter, June 2021 Most of the articles that appear in this blog describe the contributions of those who volunteer with the American Red Cross. More than 90 percent of Red Cross workers are volunteers, and without them the organization could not … Continue reading Joanne Kellie: A deep loss for the Red Cross
Four paws. Two handlers. One mission. How our furry friends are serving the Red Cross in the Northwest Region
By Abby Lutz When he’s not working, Teddy Jenkins is ‘just a regular dog’ according to his owners. Teddy enjoys belly scratches, swimming and playing with his favorite red ball. But he knows when his work bag comes out and his bandana goes on, it’s time to get to work. Teddy is a five-and-a-half-year-old yellow … Continue reading Four paws. Two handlers. One mission. How our furry friends are serving the Red Cross in the Northwest Region
Why I Volunteer: Karen Boone
By Gordon Williams Karen Boone is a Red Cross volunteer, newly appointed to the role of Community Volunteer Lead and Co-Chair of the DEI Committee for Greater Inland Northwest For volunteer Karen Boone of Spokane WA, the new Diversity and Inclusion initiative from the American Red Cross is almost more of a passion project. Boone volunteers … Continue reading Why I Volunteer: Karen Boone
Why I Volunteer: Nereida Cruz
By Olivia Bakken Nereida Cruz is one of our newest Northwest Red Cross volunteers in the Tri-Cities area of Central Washington state. Although she has only been with Red Cross for a little over a month, she has hit the ground running with her involvement. Nereida is a senior at Tri-Cities Prep High School and … Continue reading Why I Volunteer: Nereida Cruz
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