In Case You Missed It

There are more than 100 Red Cross ERVs on the roads in Florida delivery meals and relief supplies to people struggling in hardest hit areas.

Over the last seven days, the Greater New York Red Cross has provided emergency assistance to 126 adults and 39 children following 43 local disaster responses. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)

Last Week in Review

• As of last week, 31 Red Cross team members are deployed from our region to support our neighbors in Florida like Rok in pet liaison and Bruce and Bob distributing food.
• Watch our own External Relations Officer Desiree speak to ABC7NY “The Countdown” on the ongoing Hurricane Ian relief efforts down in Florida and how local volunteers are providing support.
• Greater New York Logistics Team Members are helping ensure that supplies, equipment and people are reaching communities in Puerto Rico after Hurricane Fiona.
• Over the weekend, Long Island Red Cross was providing information on how to prepare for emergencies at the Mill Neck Manor Apple Festival.
• Shout out and deep gratitude to NYC Council Member Erik Bottcher who stopped by the American Red Cross in Greater New York Headquarters today (which is in his district) to record the Home Fire Safety PSA.
• Last Thursday, 60 students from Our Lady of Victory School were taught emergency preparedness through the Pillowcase Project program.

Upcoming Events and Activities

• Make a Difference and Fall into Service this Season. Volunteer Today as a Mass Care Team Member with the American Red Cross. During large disasters, you can support the day-to-day activities within a shelter which may include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information, or other areas within a shelter. Free online training will be provided, driver’s license preferred. Sign up today.
• Nov 5: Interfaith Blood Drive at the First Presbyterian Church, 1 West Putnam Ave., Greenwich, CT. For an appointment, please visit redcrossblood.org.