2008 June « American Red Cross Youth

Cost of recent floods, tornadoes and wildfires rises to at least $30 million

Posted on June 27, 2008 by redcrossyouth

WASHINGTON, Thursday, June 26, 2008 — The American Red Cross response to massive flooding across the Central United States, combined with ongoing relief operations for tornadoes and other disasters since April 1, will cost the organization at least $30 million, according to latest estimates. The Red Cross is mounting its largest relief effort since the [...]

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Retaining volunteers during the summer

Posted on June 25, 2008 by Manpreet Kalra

Though we all love having some time off, many times summer break leads to Red Cross Clubs and Safe Rides losing their momentum. Here are some suggestions on how to keep your volunteers involved regardless of the shining sun and hot weather! Retaining Members: Provide club members with opportunities to work with the chapter. Most [...]

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South Dakota update: chapter expansion

Posted on June 24, 2008 by Jessica Mueller

As of July 1st my chapter will be expanding by 6 counties, taking over operations of a CSDU that spans all the way to the North Dakota border. What’s more, this is all occurring as I am being elected chairman of the board of directors. All I can say is bring it on! And am [...]

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Survey Says…Celebrities Play For Red Cross

Posted on June 23, 2008 by redcrossyouth

National Celebrity Cabinet Member Raven-Symone is featured on the premiere episode of Celebrity Family Feud. Tune in to NBC on June 24 from 8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. ET to watch Raven-Symone compete in this classic quizzer against Wayne Newton to win money for American Red Cross. Team Raven shows support, along with her family, [...]

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Confidentiality: Key to the ICRC’s Work

Posted on June 23, 2008 by redcrossyouth

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is known – and sometimes criticized – for its confidential approach to dealing with sensitive issues, such as its work in places of detention and its efforts to ensure that the lives and dignity of civilians and other non-combatants are respected. Critics argue that the organization is [...]

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Dwayne Johnson Sighting

Posted on June 20, 2008 by redcrossyouth

Dwayne “the artist formerly known as The Rock” Johnson is pictured here with Red Cross youth volunteer Liz Quintana at a recent ceremony in Washington, DC for youth receiving the Congressional Award Gold Medal. Congress grants these awards to youth through a noncompetitive program that recognizes sustained commitment to personal development, physical fitness, and service [...]

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Water, Water, Everywhere

Posted on June 19, 2008 by maryettaboesl

The Youth Council of the Wyoming Valley Chapter (Wilkes-Barre, Pa.) held a disaster seminar called Water, Water, Everywhere. Youth Council members Katie Mizenko and Allison Welling coordinated the event. This seminar was also a bring a friend event and because of that the council gained five new members. Speakers included the chapter emergency services coordinator, [...]

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Recent Disasters

Posted on June 17, 2008 by redcrossyouth

If you want to stay up to date with the range of disasters in the Central US, from flooding to tornadoes, there is an exceptional resource at this location. The site has everything from news updates and interviews to interactive maps and photos.

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Design Contest Update

Posted on June 17, 2008 by Sandy Tesch

I know many of you are wondering what is going on with the t-shirt design contest sponsored by the National Youth Council and Biomedical Services. Unfortunately, I have no news for you yet. I assure you that we are still working on this project, dealing with quite a bit of red tape, and we will [...]

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Red Cross: A Lasting Impact

Posted on June 15, 2008 by Manpreet Kalra

My involvement with the Red Cross has evolved and strengthened greatly with each passing year. While attending Newark Memorial High School, I was part of the Make a Difference Club. I would collect supplies and send them to American soldiers in Afghanistan, through the local Red Cross Chapter. The part that touched me the most [...]

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