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