Before you send in that college acceptance letter…
The 2009 college rankings from Washington Monthly magazine place an emphasis on social mobility, research and service. The results turn traditional college rankings on their heads.
Sandwich making competition on 9/11
In April 2009, First Lady Michelle Obama issued a call for all to perform an act of volunteerism during the week of, and on, 9/11. The Extra Mile, a community service club at Park View High School, chose to support the DC Central Kitchen (which is a regional partner for Red Cross Disaster Services) by [...]
American Red Cross Shelter
Ever wonder what an American Red Cross shelter is like? Take a look!
Global Youth Service Day
Today is Global Youth Service Day! We want to hear about all of the great projects that you are planning at your local Red Cross chapters. Please post them below or email us!
International youth opportunity: The Humanitarian Village
Take advantage of a unique international Red Cross youth opportunity and attend the 2009 Humanitarian Village in Italy!
Global Youth Service Day
Global Youth Service Day is quickly approaching, and we want you to join in the effort! To get you started, we have a few Red Cross mission-related project ideas for you, but feel free to come up with your own, provided that they support the mission of the American Red Cross. Global Youth Service Day [...]
A new Youth Disaster Action Team
After working over the past two years to establish a Youth Disaster Action Team at my chapter, the hard work of other youth services volunteers, staff, and myself has finally paid off. This weekend, we will be hosting our first disaster services class, designed specifically for a high school student audience. The meeting will also [...]
The Heroes Campaign
Local chapters have geared up for the annual Heroes Campaign. Ever heard of it? Everyone from Board members to youth volunteers and staff have signed up to be “Heroes,” setting a fundraising goal of $1000 or greater. The Martin County Red Cross Chapter put together a committee to plan this large-scale fundraiser. These Heroes may [...]
Heartland Chapter Youth Council visits state capitol
The Heartland Chapter is located in Omaha, Nebraska. Recently, their chapter youth council had the opportunity to visit the state capitol and witness Governor Heineman proclaim March as Red Cross Month! Below is a picture of the youth council with the Governor, as well as with other Red Crossers from the Heartland Chapter. It’s a [...]
Governor signs bill allowing 16-year-olds to give blood
The other day, I went to the blood drive at my high school to give double red blood cell units. To me, it was nothing new since I had been donating whole blood since I was 16 and double red units since 17. However, I was taking this privilege for granted. California is lucky in [...]
