Red Cross Central California Blog
The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.
In Fall 2014, the Red Cross took on a lofty new goal to reduce home fire death and injuries by 25% over the next five years. This would largely be done through fire safety education and free smoke alarm installations - one home, one neighborhood at a time. We knew immediately that this couldn't be … Continue reading Partnering For Fire Safety
This Veteran’s Day, take a moment to serve those who serve our country by supporting a local charity like the Red Cross. Service to the Armed Forces is one the organization’s least known services, and yet one of the oldest Red Cross traditions. Everyone knows the Red Cross for large disasters like wildfires and earthquakes, … Continue reading Honor Veterans by Supporting Your Local Red Cross
I've been asked why we wanted to create a cycling event with the Red Cross throughout the course of our involvement by many friends and family. Until very recently, I thought I had a great story: when I was younger I couldn't afford a car and when I could they broke down. So I would … Continue reading Doing it for Mom: A Volunteer’s Journey to the Red Cross
The history of the Red Cross began on the battlefield, supporting military members during times of war. Today, the Red Cross continues to serve the Armed Forces, from the newly enlisted to long time veterans. So it's only natural that the Red Cross Central California Region has continued this long tradition of supporting our local Armed … Continue reading Three Easy Ways to Honor the Armed Forces on Memorial Day
It was dinner time at the Ventura Veterans Home when Carol Rogers arrived. As a Service to the Armed Forces (SAF) volunteer, she often visits with local veterans both at the home and out in the community. Carol sat down at a table and began to chat with the residents about their outing next Wednesday. … Continue reading Day in the Life: Service the Armed Forces, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
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