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NYCEM coordinated a full, multi-agency response, which included the GNY Red Cross,
to the structural concerns at E. 42nd St. (Photo: NYCEM) 

From July 6-12, the Red Cross in Greater New York provided emergency assistance to 112 adults and 38 children following 34 local disasters. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)

Last Week in Review

• A few clouds in the sky did not stop our volunteers from joining in the Mount Vernon community preparedness event on Saturday.
• We are grateful to our Metro New York North Chapter volunteer Deb B. for deploying to support communities impacted by recent severe weather and tornadoes in Indiana.
• Therapy dog Ari reported for duty to help welcome new cadets from across the country as they begin their journey at the West Point Military Academy.
• Last June, Brandon Sherr was awarded the Tess Sheil Award. This reel highlights his exceptional commitment to volunteer service.
• We posted this YouTube short highlighting how the Red Cross helped 14 adults and 4 children with emergency assistance after a fire on Ocean Pkwy in Brooklyn on June 17.
• Last Tuesday, NYC Emergency Management coordinated a full, multi-agency response, which included the GNY Red Cross, to the structural concerns at E. 42nd St which fortunately did not result in people being displaced from homes.
• In this viral video, Tamarm feels like donating blood is the easiest way to save a life (+ rewards are a nice bonus).
• Check out our sizzle reel for the 2025 Long Island Heroes Celebration. Stay tuned as we can't wait to introduce this year's honorees and share their inspiring stories.
• Comunidad Latinx Inc. thanked us for making our partnership and support in making their America 250 celebration a success.
• The LI Herald wrote about the Sound the Alarm day of service in Valley Stream back in June.

Upcoming Events and Opportunities

• Emergency blood shortage: The Red Cross blood supply fell nearly 25% in June. Blood donors — especially those with types O+ & B- blood — and platelet donors are urgently needed to help ensure lifesaving medical care isn't delayed for patients. Book now.
• Hawthorne Office Blood Drives: Join us at our Hawthorne office at 40 Saw Mill River Road on Wednesday, July 15 (9a-2p) or Wednesday, July 29 (12p-4p) to give the gift of life! Make an appointment at RedCrossBlood.org.

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From June 29-July 5, the Red Cross in Greater New York provided emergency assistance to 182 adults and 59 children following 62 local disasters. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)

Last Week in Review

• Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States on July 4th, we remembered Clara Barton’s legacy and shared safety tips on BBQing and fireworks.
• On Sunday, the Norwood News reported on the Red Cross helping with emergency assistance after the fire on Webb Avenue in the Bronx.
• During the massive heat wave last week, we shared many safety tips on heat related illnesses like heat stroke and how to stay cool during the extreme heat.
• #LIRedCross CEO Jose Dominguez spoke with News12 about how to beat the heat and stay safe during the extreme temperatures.
• Last Friday, News12 reported on the #LIRedCross helping 2 families after a fire on Lincoln Street in Elmont (Nassau County).
• We shared a video short highlighting the Red Cross helping a family of 5 after a fire on New Lots Ave in East New York (Brooklyn) on June 2.
• GNY Red Cross CEO Doreen Howe encouraged everyone to donate blood amid the heat wave and holiday by donating herself.
• Last week, we visited New York Senator Luis Sepulveda to shoot a PSA supporting the Get Alarmed NYC program to help #EndHomeFires.
• Last Monday, News12 reported on the Red Cross registering 8 adults and 6 children for emergency assistance after a fire on Fulton St. in Brooklyn.
• Amid a need for more blood donations after the heat wave, ABC7 stepped up by helping to publicize upcoming blood drives in the tri-state area.
• Metro NY North CEO, Stephanie Dunn Ashley’s latest column for the Greenwich Sentinel focuses on summer safety.

Upcoming Events and Opportunities

• July 7: We are hosting a blood drive right here at GNY HQ! The drive will run from 12p to 5p at our 520 West 49th Street office.
• Hawthorne Office Blood Drives: Join us at our Hawthorne office at 40 Saw Mill River Road on Wednesday, July 15 (9a-2p) or Wednesday, July 29 (12p-4p) to give the gift of life! Make an appointment at RedCrossBlood.org.
• Looking for a way to give back this month? Check out upcoming blood drives across the region and schedule your appointment today.

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Distributing fire safety information at preparedness event in Mt. Vernon.

From June 22-28, the Red Cross in Greater New York provided emergency assistance to 167 adults and 52 children following 53 local disasters. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)

Last Week in Review

• Teams with Cruz Roja Venezolana are helping conduct search and rescue after last week’s powerful series of earthquakes.
• Assemblymember Michaelle Solages posted an incredible recap reel from the day of service on June 20.
• We were distributing fire safety information and taking sign-ups for free smoke alarm installations at the Doles Recreation Center in Mt. Vernon.
• Last Thursday, News12 reported on the Red Cross helping 4 families after a fire on Franklin Ave in Bed Stuy (Brooklyn).
• We posted this YouTube short highlighting the Red Cross helping 3 families after a fire on Foster Ave in Brooklyn back in May.
• Frank is O+ and donates blood regularly to help sick patients and for the awesome pretzels!
• On the anniversary of the Battle of Solferino in 1859, we reshared our podcast about the annual journey to Solferino that hundreds of Red Crossers take every year.

Upcoming Events and Opportunities

• Looking for a way to give back this month? Check out upcoming blood drives across Westchester and schedule your appointment today.
• New merch, folks! Get this iconic Red Cross x Looney Tunes™ T shirt, while they last, when you come to give blood or platelets June 29-July 12. Celebrate service with a classic look you'll love. Make your appointment today.

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A day of service in Valley Stream making homes safer from fire.

From June 15-21, the Red Cross in Greater New York provided emergency assistance to 154 adults and 63 children following 50 local disasters. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)

Last Week in Review

• News12 reported on the Red Cross helping 3 families early Monday morning, after a fire on Putnam Ave in Brooklyn.
• We wished a happy Father’s Day to Red Cross dads like John Waldman and Amar Nanugonda, who are helping to inspire the next generation of humanitarians.
• The #LIRedCross teamed up with Legislator Cynthia Nuñez and Assemblymember Michaelle Solages for a day of service in Valley Stream making homes safer with free smoke alarm installations.
• Last Friday, News12 reported on the Red Cross helping 8 residents after a fire on East 160th street in the Bronx.
• We celebrated our Long Island volunteers at the second of three Volunteer Recognition Events.
• #LIRedCross Volunteers attended the Islip-Smithtown NAACP JUNETEENTH Celebration to share info about Red Cross programs.
• Thank you to Senator Martinez for inviting the American Red Cross to participate in this year's Senior Fun Day at Tanner Park.
• Last Wednesday, we proudly launched “Los Donantes” (The Donors), a blood donation campaign designed to increase blood donations within Latino communities at Fordham University in the Bronx.
• Hoodline, News12 and BoroPark24 reported on the Red Cross helping 6 families after a fire on Ocean Pkwy in Brooklyn.
• Congrats to Greenwich Police Chief and Red Cross volunteer and board member, Jim Heavey, who was elected as President of the Connecticut Police Chiefs Association (CPCA).
• News12 and Hoodline reported on the Red Cross helping 6 families after a fire on Gleason Ave in the Bronx.
• We shared this YouTube Short highlighting the Red Cross helping 9 adults and 3 children after a fire on 3rd Ave in Mott Haven (Bronx) on May 3rd.

Upcoming Events and Opportunities

• Looking for a way to give back this month? Check out upcoming blood drives across Westchester and schedule your appointment today.
• We’re teaming up with LooneyTunes to celebrate the red, white and you. Come to give blood or platelets June 29-July 12 and score a Red Cross x Looney Tunes™ T shirt, while they last. Book your appointment.

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Partnering with the NY Yankees to #EndHomeFires in the Bronx.

From June 8-14, the Red Cross in Greater New York provided emergency assistance to 316 adults and 65 children following 46 local disasters. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)

Last Week in Review

• This past Saturday, we also held our last major free smoke alarm install event of the year in the Bronx, partnering with Councilmember Pierina Sanchez and Senator Gustavo Rivera.
• #MetroNYNRedCross supported Mt Vernon, NY community’s Juneteenth event by providing information about installation of smoke alarms, creating family home fire escape plans, and what you should pack into your “emergency go-bags.”
• Last Thursday, News12 reported on the Red Cross helping a family after a fire on Hunts Point Ave in the Bronx.
• We’re deeply grateful to Bill Ritter of ABC7NY Eyewitness News for his remarkable service to our region in light of his recent announcement to step away from anchoring.
• We celebrated our GNY volunteers at the first of three Volunteer Recognition Events.
• As the World Cup begins across 11 host cities nationwide, we’re proud to welcome the world and stand ready to support our global community every step of the way.
• Last Monday, we teamed up with Bronx Borough President, Vanessa Gibson, the NY Yankees and other community partners to install free smoke alarms in Bronx homes in the morning.
• In the same afternoon, we traveled to Queens, where our incredible volunteers taught CPR and empowered community members with life-saving skills that could one day save a loved one's life.
• Next, we headed to Nassau County, where Senator Bynoe rolled up her sleeves and joined us in installing smoke alarms and promoting fire safety throughout her community.
• Finally, we brought our mission back home to Suffolk County, completing another installation for a local resident and continuing our commitment to helping families stay safe.

Upcoming Events and Opportunities

• Looking for a way to give back this month? Check out upcoming blood drives across Westchester and schedule your appointment today.
• June 17: We’re celebrating Latino blood donors with the launch of “Los Donantes” at Fordham University in the Bronx!

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Making Babylon homes safer by installing free smoke alarms in the community.

From June 1-7, the Red Cross in Greater New York provided emergency assistance to 216 adults and 76 children following 52 local disasters. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)

Last Week in Review

• On Monday, Hoodline and QNS reported on the Red Cross helping five residents after a 3-alarm fire in Hunters Point (Queens).
• Last Saturday, MidHudsonNews reported on the Metro NY North Red Cross registering 3 people for recovery support after a fire in Peekskill (Westchester County).
• Also on Saturday, the #MNYNRedCross partnered with SUNY Rockland and Yonkers PAL to conduct a thunderbolt exercise, opening shelters and registration, to prepare our teams in the event of a disaster.
• Last weekend, #LIRedCross installed free smoke alarms with Suffolk County Legislator RJ Renna in Babylon homes.
• While installing free smoke alarms, we also celebrated the birthdays of Red Crossers Anthony, Glenn, and Jason.
• Video Short: New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin shares a PSA about the Red Cross’ lifesaving Get Alarmed NYC program.
• Watch as Barbara talks about why she donates blood with the Red Cross.
• QNS reported on the Red Cross registering five adults and three children for temporary lodging after a fire in Elmhurst (Queens).
• News12 reported on the Red Cross assisting 2 adults and 3 children with emergency assistance after a fire in East New York (Brooklyn).
• NYS Assemblymember Chris Burdick gave a shoutout to #RedCrossGNY after donating blood at the Legislative Office Building in Albany, alongside other NYS legislators.
• News12 reported on the Red Cross assisting 2 families after a fire in Midwood (Brooklyn).
• Last month, we celebrated #AAPIMonth with Red Crossers from our Disaster Action Team, Support roles, and Communications. #AteAndLeftNoCrumbs

Upcoming Events and Opportunities

• Looking for a way to give back this month? Check out upcoming blood drives across Westchester and schedule your appointment today.
• June 17: We’re celebrating Latino blood donors with the launch of “Los Donantes” at Fordham University in the Bronx!

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Red Cross Responders assisting family after fire on University Ave in the Bronx.

From May 18-24, the Red Cross in Greater New York provided emergency assistance to 288 adults and 88 children following 48 local disasters. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)

Last Week in Review

• Patch and News12 reported on the #LIRedCross helping 4 adults and 4 children after a fire on Jeanette Ave in Inwood (Nassau County) on Memorial Day.
• Also on Memorial Day, News12 and Hoodline reported on the Red Cross helping 2 adults and 2 children after a fire on University Ave in Highbridge (Bronx).
• On Saturday, 5,000 volunteers from all over Long Island, showed up in the rain to honor all the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. Military. The #LIRedCRoss continues to show up and offer refreshments, coffee, snacks, and flags at Calverton National Cemetery.
• A little rain did not stop our team from participating in Memorial Day Weekend celebration at the Intrepid Museum in recognition of the men and women in uniform who have served our country.
• Benson kicked off Memorial Day weekend with these pet safety tips!
• Over the weekend, Red Cross disaster response teams canvassed Hollis (Queens) to identify residents who needed assistance and assisted with muck-and-gut clean-up work following severe flooding.
• After Super Typhoon Sinlaku, #LIRedCross volunteer Peter King flew to Tinian, Northern Mariana Islands to support families in a local shelter, sharing stories and strength with fellow volunteers.
• Our thanks to Ross and Sue for sharing information regarding Red Cross programs and how to prepare for disasters with community members Greenwich Town Party.
• Video Short: Disaster Health Services volunteer Chris Kalish shares health challenges a person might face after a disaster.
• In her latest column in the Greenwich Sentinel, our Metro New York North CEO Stephanie Dunn Ashley celebrates the spirit of the American Red Cross that has served the community for 145 years and continues today.
• For more than 20 years, Uikki-Onosai O’Bryant has served New Yorkers through the American Red Cross, first as a volunteer and now as Senior Community Disaster Program Manager for the Greater New York Region. #AAPIMonth
• This video reel highlighted the Metro NY North Red Cross helping 22 families after a fire on Riverdale Ave. in Yonkers on April 28.
• Zaide demonstrates how easy it is to donate blood in this video reel (in Spanish).

Upcoming Events and Opportunities

• Looking for a way to give back this month? Check out upcoming blood drives across Westchester and schedule your appointment today.
• *May 30: We’re teaming up with volunteers and partners to install FREE smoke alarms and help keep families safe in Babylon!

*Must be Red Cross volunteer with Volunteer Connection account to register.