Day in the Life: Red Cross Club Blood Drive, 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

The CSU Channel Islands campus was still quiet as Laurie Hurtado made her way to the library. She and other Red Cross Club members were there early to set up for their blood drive. All week they had been tabling in front of the library to sign students and faculty up for the big event. Laurie … Continue reading Day in the Life: Red Cross Club Blood Drive, 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Day in the Life: Public Affairs, 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

It was Cindy Huge’s birthday and she was looking forward to a relaxing day. “Today is my birthday and I am going to sit with my feet up and read a book!” she posted on Facebook. But as most Red Crossers know, a large disaster can change plans in an instant. Her phone rang. It … Continue reading Day in the Life: Public Affairs, 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

Day in the Life: Disaster Action Team, 4:00 a.m. – 7:00 a.m.

It was early in the morning when Jack and Linda got the call.  The sun wasn’t even out yet but The Breys were ready to leap into action. An overnight house fire had left a Santa Maria family of four without a home. Thankfully everyone made it out alive, but one family member had to … Continue reading Day in the Life: Disaster Action Team, 4:00 a.m. – 7:00 a.m.

Welcome to the new Red Cross Central California Region Blog!

We’re excited to begin this new adventure as a way to showcase the great work of our Red Cross team right here in Central California. You can look forward to stories, news, tips, and more from Red Crossers throughout or new ten county region. Submissions from volunteers, employees, clients and partners are encouraged, so if … Continue reading Welcome to the new Red Cross Central California Region Blog!