FINDING RED CROSS PARTNERS: A NEW CHALLENGE FOR KATHLEEN VOSS

By Gordon Williams The Red Cross mission of aiding disaster victims around the world can be so demanding that no single organization could be expected to carry it out alone. That’s why the American Red Cross relies on hundreds of corporate and foundation partners to help provide the money, volunteers and skills needed to carry … Continue reading FINDING RED CROSS PARTNERS: A NEW CHALLENGE FOR KATHLEEN VOSS

Red Cross volunteer sits next to a man at a table in a shelter.

Auburn Spirit Shines after Devastating Apartment Fire

By Dale Steinke When a massive fire left 35 people without homes and leveled the historic Heritage Building in Auburn’s downtown in late December, the community rose up with uncommon generosity and coordination to help those who’d lost everything. “You never want to see disaster strike any community, but when it does, seeing the way … Continue reading Auburn Spirit Shines after Devastating Apartment Fire

Community is Key to Disaster Preparedness   

By: Maggie Shepherd On a recent winter evening, people of all ages and walks of life gathered at the American Red Cross in Seattle to learn how to support themselves, their families, and their neighbors in the event of an emergency. Three professionals, Dana Catts from the Seattle Fire Department and Kristen Tinsley and Matt … Continue reading Community is Key to Disaster Preparedness