Silicon Valley Red Cross volunteers demonstrated remarkable efficiency by establishing five shelters in one week. Following a successful disaster simulation, they quickly responded to real emergencies, including evacuations due to structural issues and a fire. Despite the challenges, volunteers remained dedicated, highlighting the need for more help as wildfire season approaches.
By Quinn Aftab The American Red Cross is widely known to respond to disasters caused by home fires across the nation – but what about preventative
On a cool Saturday morning in Richmond, Calif., a group of colleagues from construction management company Vanir traded hard hats and project schedules for clipboards and smoke alarms. They
By Dej Knuckey On the first Earth Day in 1970, twenty million Americans gathered to protest pollution and industrial waste. No one was using the term “climate crisis” yet, but the biggest pollutants of
Emergencies don’t wait for the perfect moment. They can happen without warning, in the middle of an ordinary day, at home, surrounded by family. But
Being called to assist those whose lives have been upended by a natural disaster is not only an opportunity to provide aid and service. A deployment is also a unique opportunity for cultural exchange, and Laura Hovden’s deployment
Red Cross Volunteers bring home fire safety to the floating homes of Sausalito “You’re on the water. You’ve got wildlife out your window. You’ve got
The 2026 Red Cross Gala recently brought community leaders, volunteers and supporters together at The Conservatory at One Sansome in San Francisco, Calif. to raise support for American Red Cross preparedness, response and recovery
Special guests visited the American Red Cross blood processing center in San Leandro, learning about the importance of blood donation. Advocates shared personal stories, emphasizing the need for diverse donors. The event revealed the complex matching process for blood and the critical impact donations have on patients’ lives.
The American Red Cross could not help communities recover from disasters without the help of community partners. In Chinese Camp, a historic small town outside Sonora
For American Red Cross volunteer Jodi Wallace, the call to deploy to natural disasters is a lifelong mission. Most recently, she was one of the
Ed Faso, a blood donation advocate, shares his journey inspired by the support his mother received from U.S. Navy sailors. He now works with the American Red Cross to boost blood donations, particularly from the Black community, essential for sickle cell patients. Ed honors his late colleague Chaznee Brown’s legacy in this vital work.
American Red Cross volunteers Caroline and Richard Matera exemplify dedication by documenting fire damage in Chinese Camp while maintaining their relationship. Since 2014, they have been key responders to disaster calls and engage with the community to recruit new volunteers. Their teamwork not only aids disaster response but strengthens their bond.
She still remembers her first missing persons case from eight years ago. An older woman was frantically looking for her daughter and granddaughter who had disappeared after
Bill O’Callahan and Julie Glascock’s story illustrates the profound impact of service through their long-standing involvement with the Red Cross. From Bill’s childhood connection to his mother’s use of its services during his birth to Julie’s international humanitarian work, their shared commitment to helping others strengthened their bond, showcasing how service shapes individual lives and communities.
Not every British Red Crosser can say they met the queen of England, but Marco Couch is one of the lucky ones! Marco joined the British Red
In the early hours of September 9, Phillip Vasquez was getting ready for work at 4:30 a.m. when his routine suddenly shifted. Without warning, he
By South Carolina Red Crosser Nick Gibson As winter storms have affected South Carolina over the past two weeks, many American Red Cross employees and
At 91 years old, Fred Sullivan wakes up every morning at 4:00 a.m., laces up his shoes, and gets moving. Before most people are even
When American Red Cross volunteer Karl Matzke, from Santa Clara County, received the call to organize a team and deploy to Alaska, there was no
Tammy Salwasser from Alameda County thought she had to be a nurse to volunteer with the American Red Cross. “I first heard about it from
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