Every individual has their own unique life story that has shaped them into the person they are today. The experiences we encounter on this journey of life often play a major part in shaping our future decisions. Saniya Chandy shares her experience as a Red Crosser and how her father inspired her to further pursue a career in healthcare.
The Red Cross SAF volunteers supported the Wings Over Solano Air Show at Travis Air Force Base, teaching Hands-Only CPR and running a “disaster wheel” game. This exciting event is held every two years to welcome the public to the Air Base and show off a wide range of military aircrafts, both past and present.
Meet Mia Fahad, our Regional International Services volunteer. She has been accepted into the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) Solferino Academy’s Limitless programs (Limitless LEAD and Limitless 2.0), an international professional development opportunity. Hundreds applied but only 10 spots are reserved for American Red Cross participants.
Crystal Sims was commissioned as an officer in the US Army for 14 years and served as Physical Therapist while she was on active duty until she was unable due to health reasons; but that didn’t stop her. Her passion to help others led her to join the Red Cross and volunteer at the Presidio Clinic in Monterey, CA. Working alongside military and civilian staff, Crystal had the opportunity to provide guidance and mentorship, drawing from own her personal experience.
Tracy Cox and Susan Smithcamp-Cox, long-time blood donors, have instilled a sense of pride in their daughter, Caitlin, who is also involved with the American Red Cross.
A family commited to help others when they need it most.
“I will stay in the Red Cross for another 30 years. There are so many different things you can do. I like to do new things. I am always learning and eager to help others in need,” says Vicki Pelton Over her 34 years as a Red Cross volunteer, she has fulfilled various roles and deployed to more than 30 disaster relief operations. Her selfless dedication and passion are an inspiration to her fellow Red Crossers in the Northern California Coastal Region.
Renee Grossman spent two and a half years on Yokota Air Base in Tokyo, Japan while her spouse was on active duty service. Looking for a way to experience the culture, make friends and give back something to the community, she started to volunteer with the American Red Cross through an office located in the air base.
Meet Darryl McCullough, a volunteer from Service to the Armed Forces with more than 30 years of experience, who serves at the David Grant U.S. Air Force Medical Center’s McClellan Outpatient Clinic. He is a welcoming presence and goes above and beyond to build a bright space for visitors, patients and staff.
In World War II, at a time when women made up only .033 percent of the military and almost all but nurses were stationed far
The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood shortage as the nation faces the lowest number of people giving blood in 20 years. The
On a cool day in September, Farshad was at home playing his guitar when he received a text from the Red Cross seeking volunteers to deploy to Hawaii. He knew that the wildfires had hit Hawaii hard, but he did not expect the call to come for him so soon. Unaware of his exact role, he was on a plane the next day. He walked away from this moment thinking, “I have never been to Maui. God realized he wanted to save it for me.” Farshad would not be disappointed by his abrupt decision to leave to help those affected by the wildfires.
The roots of the former “Carmel Area Red Cross Chapter” began in 1916 with an inaugural meeting taking place at Carmel City Hall. Fifteen dedicated individuals were selected for the Board of Directors from a pool of 34 nominees, marking the beginning of a longstanding commitment to serving the community.
I don’t have a specific person in mind (mostly shared why in a previous question), but what I can also share is that I was hospitalized on and off for a year with an autoimmune disease as a 6 year old. There was a girl in the bed next to me, a year or two younger, with a terminal illness. I don’t remember much, but I do have a picture of us together and remember her parents or a nurse telling me that I was the first person to make her laugh in a long time. That really stuck with me.
There can be no better example of a humanitarian than Mo Ghandehari, who will be retiring after almost a quarter century of service to the Red Cross. Mo started as a Disaster Action Team (DAT) volunteer helping people in a variety of disaster situations. His unwavering commitment and passion led him to explore other roles within Disaster Services and International Services. His exceptional dedication and leadership abilities quickly ascended him to prominent positions, earning admiration and respect of colleagues across the organization.
“Being able to make a difference,” is what motivates Tom Tanner, Red Cross Silicon Valley Chapter volunteer and winner of the Regional Excellence in Disaster
When American Red Cross leadership looked for International Humanitarian Law (IHL) delegate recommendations, the opportunity to select a Youth Action Campaign (YAC) volunteer came quickly.
Meet Susanne Newswanger, a Red Cross nurse recently honored with the Clara Barton Award for Meritorious Leadership Over 13 years with the Red Cross, Susanne
By Chloe Li At the heart of the Red Cross’s vast network lies an essential role: that of the Board of Director’s Chair for a
“I believe that when you receive blessings in life then you really have to give something back,” said Craig Wilson, a platelet donor who has
“What you guys are doing, you reassure us that people are out there and care.” Lucie Tison and her husband Tom have lived in the
On November 8, 2018, Kathie was sound asleep in her home in Paradise, California. She lived alone, having lost her husband Gary four years earlier. What happened to her that morning is what she calls “a story and a half.”
“Something woke me up and I thought it was the middle of the night,” says Kathie. “I looked at my phone and it was 8 a.m. Normally I would roll over, but something pushed me up. I like to think it was my husband, my guardian angel.”
Kathie ran outside and found a strange scene.
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