The American Red Cross supplies about 40 percent of our nation’s blood to hospitals where patients are in desperate need. Most of us are familiar with Red Cross blood drives, but the donation is just the beginning of the journey. Once it is tested and properly stored, we then have to deliver the donated blood, plasma or platelets to those who need it, when they need it. Our volunteer Biomedical Transportation Specialists provide this essential service. Continue reading
On April 26th the American Red Cross will hold our third annual Giving Day, a 24-hour event that helps raise awareness, recruit volunteers, support blood collection and fundraising goals. Continue reading
By: Amy McCray
During the American Civil War, Clara Barton worked to bring supplies and supportive services to the soldiers in the field. One of the services that she provided involved correspondence between those soldiers, their families, and friends back home. By establishing the American Red Cross in 1881, Barton laid the foundation for one of the most important functions of The American Red Cross today—Service to Armed Forces and the Hero Care Network. Continue reading
Written by: Nashika Stanbro
Edited by: Nancy Waddell
Usually, volunteers with the Red Cross Home Fire Campaign visit single family residences to install smoke alarms and educate residents on fire safety. But recently, Snohomish County volunteers were able to extend this service to a transitional housing shelter. Continue reading
Bailey Weiher is a sixth grader at Onalaska Middle School in Lewis County, WA. Last month she completed a research project on the founder of the American Red Cross, Clara Barton. She loved learning about Clara and was proud to share her knowledge with classmates.
The American Red Cross is currently accepting applications for our 2017-2018 AmeriCorps team throughout the Northwest Region! AmeriCorps is a great opportunity to serve your community, build professional skills and develop your network in a positive setting. Continue reading
By: Diane Toomey
Edited by: Betsy Robertson
We’re very proud of our heritage at the American Red Cross. Founded by Clara Barton in 1881, her individual contributions during the Civil War pre-date the role we now call nursing, but Clara’s work was exactly that. She learned how to store and distribute medical items, and offered personal support to the soldiers in hopes of keeping their spirits up. Clara knew she was needed on the battlefield, caring for those who were suffering.
Fast forward to modern times, nurses at the American Red Cross represent all stages of their careers, from students and active medical professionals, to veterans who continue their life’s work through volunteering. Continue reading
