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.
- 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.
