Wednesday, March 22, 2023

In Case You Missed It

Red Crossers across the region celebrated St. Patrick's Day Day by marching in parades. (Photo: Celia Vollmer)
Over the last seven days, the Greater New York Red Cross has provided emergency assistance to 205 adults and 59 children following 56 local disasters. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)

Last Week in Review
Upcoming Events and Activities
  • Mar 20-23: Join us at the United States Military Academy at West Point, Eisenhower Hall to donate blood. Visit redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code: WestPoint or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767 to make an appointment.
  • Mar 22: To celebrate Red Cross Month and Red Cross Giving Day, buildings and monuments across New York light up RED to recognize all of you who make our mission possible. Join us for a group photo at the Oculus at 7:10 p.m. (Active volunteers can confirm attendance here)
  • Mar 22: Will you be joining us on Red Cross Giving Day — March 22? Your help is needed to provide the resources people need to get back on their feet after a devastating natural disaster. Mark your calendars to provide hope when #HelpCantWait.
  • Mar 22: Our colleagues at the IFRC have co-organized a virtual event as part of the 2023 UN Water Conference: An end to Day Zero: Sustainable and universal water in urban settlements.
  • Mar 25: In partnership with the Brentwood Public Library, the American Red Cross on Long Island will host Prepare Brentwood, a day-long community event featuring safety courses, family readiness training, service opportunities, refreshments, prizes, and more! Prepare Brentwood is free to the public and open to residents of all ages.
  • Mar 30: Join the Regional Preparedness Department at the Fire Department Training Center in Fort Totten, Queens for a fabulous Preparedness BBQ! (must be a registered Red Cross volunteer to sign up)

Monday, March 13, 2023

In Case You Missed It

20 Red Cross volunteers gathered in Spring Valley to support
the community after a tragic fatal fire. (Photo: Maria Anguiano)

Over the last seven days, the Greater New York Red Cross has provided emergency assistance to 265 adults and 51 children following 48 local disasters. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)

Last Week in Review

Upcoming Events and Activities

Monday, March 6, 2023

In Case You Missed It

Celebrating #RedCrossMonth in Greenwich with town officials.
Over the last seven days, the Greater New York Red Cross has provided emergency assistance to 178 adults and 55 children following 47 local disasters. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)

Last Week in Review

Upcoming Events and Activities

Tuesday, February 28, 2023

In Case You Missed It

Region-wide functional exercise held over the weekend at the NYC office.
Over the last seven days, the Greater New York Red Cross has provided emergency assistance to 135 adults and 21 children following 49 local disasters. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)

Last Week in Review
Upcoming Events and Activities
  • Feb 28: Join us via TEAMS for Even War Has Rules, a dynamic discussion of International Humanitarian Law (IHL), and how it governs armed conflict.
  • Feb 28: Join us for a FREE information session to learn how you can uncover your Inner Hero by joining our volunteer team. Multiple opportunities, one lifesaving mission!
  • Mar 25: In partnership with the Brentwood Public Library, the American Red Cross on Long Island will host Prepare Brentwood, a day-long community event featuring safety courses, family readiness training, service opportunities, refreshments, prizes, and more! Prepare Brentwood is free to the public and open to residents of all ages.

Monday, February 20, 2023

In Case You Missed It

Mayor Eric Adams presented the Good Samaritan Hero Award to Uber driver Fritz Sam and his family.

Over the last seven days, the Greater New York Red Cross has provided emergency assistance to 135 adults and 81 children following 41 local disasters. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)

Last Week in Review

Upcoming Events and Activities
  • Feb 28: Join us for a FREE information session to learn how you can uncover your Inner Hero by joining our volunteer team. Multiple opportunities, one lifesaving mission!
  • Will you be our Valentine by becoming a Red Cross volunteer? As a Disaster Action Team volunteer, you can make a real difference in someone’s life after a disaster when they desperately need it most. Sign up to make an impact. #ResolveToVolunteer
  • Did you know hospitals request type O blood the most? While the Red Cross needs donors of all blood types, type O+ and O- are especially needed right now. Make your appointment to give now: rcblood.org/app

Tuesday, February 14, 2023

In Case You Missed It

Council Member Marjorie Velázquez co-hosted an online Red Cross training session.
Over the last seven days, the Greater New York Red Cross has provided emergency assistance to 142 adults and 81 children following 51 local disasters. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)

Last Week in Review
Upcoming Events and Activities

Monday, February 6, 2023

In Case You Missed It

Wantagh Fire Department Explorers learning about fire safety and CPR.
Over the last seven days, the Greater New York Red Cross has provided emergency assistance to 184 adults and 56 children following 50 local disasters. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)

Last Week in Review


Upcoming Events and Activities