Meet Our 2025 Clara Barton Leadership Honoree: Julie Doyle

“Once somebody is helped by the Red Cross, they never forget it. They’ll never forget how the Red Cross came in and helped them, and it’s around the country, it’s around the world—the Red Cross is out there making a difference everywhere, every day.”Julie Doyle By Andrea Manokian, Red Cross Communications Volunteer Named after the … Continue reading Meet Our 2025 Clara Barton Leadership Honoree: Julie Doyle

Debby Dailey Awarded the 2025 Florence Nightingale Medal

On International Nurses Day, Debby Dailey received the Florence Nightingale Medal for exceptional nursing service and dedication. With over 40 years at the Red Cross, she has responded to numerous disasters, mentored future healthcare professionals, and advocated for inclusivity. Her humanitarian efforts have significantly impacted communities and inspired countless individuals.

Community-Led Readiness: Allensworth Hosts its First-Ever Wildfire Readiness Expo

By Margarita Moreno, Community Adaptation Program Manager On the outskirts of unincorporated Tulare County, the rural community of Allensworth came together this April for a Wildfire Readiness Expo that combined critical safety information with shared meals, family activities, and trusted local connection. Co-hosted by the American Red Cross Central California Region and its Community Adaptation … Continue reading Community-Led Readiness: Allensworth Hosts its First-Ever Wildfire Readiness Expo

From Scrubs to Service: Elvia’s Continued Commitment to Care

By Alison Votaw, Red Cross Communications Volunteer Elvia Pacheco-Reyna hasn’t left her nursing days behind; they just look a little different now. From a young age, she knew she wanted to be a nurse, a sentiment reflected in her carefully curated collection of photos, including one of her holding a stethoscope. “I always said I’d … Continue reading From Scrubs to Service: Elvia’s Continued Commitment to Care