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  American Red Cross - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The American Red Cross (chartered as the American National Red Cross) is a humanitarian organization that provides emergency assistance, disaster relief and education inside the United States, as part of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies.
The headquarters of the American Red Cross in Washington, D.C. was built in 1917 and dedicated "in memory of the heroic women of the Civil War".
The American Red Cross is not involved with prisoners of war; rather, these are monitored by the International Committee of the Red Cross, an international rather than national body.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/American_Red_Cross   (3819 words)

  
 American Red Cross: Donate Now
The American Red Cross is where people mobilize to help their neighbors—down the street, across the country and around the world—in emergencies.
Your local Red Cross chapter is committed to meeting the humanitarian needs of the people in your area, be it in disaster preparedness, disaster response, first aid and CPR training, or disease prevention.
The value of your donation is increased by the fact that the ratio of volunteer Red Cross workers to paid staff is almost 36 to one.
american.redcross.org /site/PageServer?pagename=ntld_main&...   (778 words)

  
 Donate Now! -- American Red Cross   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
In every single case, it is the mission of the American Red Cross to be there and help those in need—whether disaster strikes thousands of people at once...or one family in the middle of the night.
Financial contributions to the American Red Cross are tax-deductible.
But the Red Cross is not a government agency, we must rely on the generosity of the American public.
www.redcross.org /donate/donate.html   (520 words)

  
 American Red Cross of the Greater Lehigh Valley
American Red Cross of the Greater Lehigh Valley
The American Red Cross of the Greater Lehigh Valley recently elected 14 individuals to its board and reinstated its current officers for the agency’s 2006-2007 fiscal year.
Join the American Red Cross of the Greater Lehigh Valley to learn about international relief and development and the unique role of the Red Cross on behalf of victims of war.
www.redcrosslv.org   (290 words)

  
 American Red Cross of Southwest Louisiana > Lake Charles, Louisiana
The American Red Cross is not supported by the government, but depends on funding from Americans who realize the need for helping.
Among the services offered by the American Red Cross of Southwest Louisiana are emergency services during fires and man made or natural disasters, 24- hour emergency communication for military personnel and their immediate families, and community education presentations.
We at the American Red Cross of Southwest Louisiana are dedicated to reaching the community.
www.swla-redcross.org   (309 words)

  
 American Red Cross - St. Louis Area Chapter
As parents and children get ready for Halloween, the American Red Cross St. Louis Area Chapter has issued important safety tips to remind families that preparedness should be a top priority during the busy holiday season.
The American Red Cross St. Louis Area Chapter dispatched a Disaster Action Team to a multi-unit apartment fire on South Florissant in Ferguson on Thursday morning.
Red Cross volunteers provided assistance on the scene and caseworkers are supporting the recovery effort of four families displaced by the fire.
www.redcrossstl.org   (510 words)

  
 American Red Cross Minneapolis - CPR, Nurse Assistant Training, First Aid, Lifeline, health, safety, lifeguard, ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Local Red Cross Disaster Services staff and volunteers are providing assistance to individuals and families affected by the tornado in Rogers this past weekend.
Crossing Paths is a one-hour introduction to the Twin Cities Area Red Cross.
American Red Cross Lifeline provides the peace of mind that you and your loved ones deserve, enabling you to continue to live independently in your own home.
www.mplsredcross.org   (1219 words)

  
 American Red Cross-Greater Kalamazoo Area
As an extension to its ongoing commitment to preparedness, Target has worked with the American Red Cross, America’s Second Harvest and the Salvation Army to create a new Family Emergency and Disaster Preparedness Guide that provides tips and tools to help families talk about and prepare for emergency situations.
The American Red Cross has been so overwhelmed with the generosity of the American people in putting together “Quality of Life” packages for U.S. troops overseas, that the organization has had to suspend collection of any additional items or packages.
The American Red Cross has long known the best way to avoid disaster is to prepare for the unexpected.
www.greaterkzooredcross.org   (337 words)

  
 American Red Cross Greater Cleveland Chapter - Home   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The fourth biennial American Red Cross Hero Awards Luncheon will recognize and pay tribute to ordinary Northeast Ohioans who have shown extraordinary courage, compassion, character or humanity and saved or improved the lives of others.
Share your Red Cross story with us as we celebrate 101 years of service to Cuyahoga, Geauga and Lake counties.
American Red Cross Welcomes Israel’s Magen David Adom and Palestine Red Crescent Society to International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
www.redcross-cleveland.org   (253 words)

  
 Red Cross of Rochester
The Red Cross received a $10,000 grant from The Home Depot, the world's largest home improvement retailer, as part of a partnership formed to serve vulnerable residents during times of disaster.
Part of a three year initiative between The Home Depot and the American Red Cross the grant is used to educate one million people across the country on disaster preparedness.
During the spring 2006 the American Red Cross will be transitioning the new guidelines for CPR recommended by the First Aid Science Advisory Board comprised of the American Red Cross and the American Heart Association.
www.rochesterredcross.org   (451 words)

  
 American Red Cross Hawaii   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
If you are interested in assistance from the Fund, please download and complete the registration form or call the Red Cross Kona office at (808) 326-9488.
The American Red Cross, with support of the worldwide Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, has launched a Web site to help assist family members who are seeking news about loved ones living in the path of Hurricane Katrina.
The American Red Cross Board of Governors unanimously approved a series of recommendations for transformational changes in an effort to modernize its 60-year-old governance structure, and to enhance the Boards ability to support the critical mission of the Red Cross in the 21stCentury.
www.hawaiiredcross.org   (791 words)

  
 MKE ARC - Welcome
At the October meeting of the American National Red Cross Board of Governors, members are expected to grant a request by the Board of Directors of the Greater Milwaukee and Southeast Wisconsin Tri-County Chapters to merge the two operations effective immediately.
The proposed merger will allow Red Cross to provide services to communities throughout southeastern Wisconsin in a more efficient and effective way by consolidating administrative and other back office operations.
The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers, guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.
www.redcrossinsewis.org   (317 words)

  
 International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.netlab.uky.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
He is the president of one of the 42 clubs in the irrigation project implemented by the Malawi Red Cross with the support of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies.
The Red Cross is on alert for the hurricane season 2006.
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies is the world's largest humanitarian organization, with 185 member National Societies.
www.ifrc.org.cob-web.org:8888   (211 words)

  
 American Red Cross - Preparing Communities for an Emergency and Keeping People Safe - Preparedness
American Red Cross - Preparing Communities for an Emergency and Keeping People Safe - Preparedness
The American Red Cross Board of Governors unanimously approved a series of recommendations for transformational changes in an effort to modernize its 60-year-old governance structure, and to enhance the Board’s ability to support the critical mission of the Red Cross in the 21st
American Red Cross National Headquarters 2025 E Street NW – Washington, DC 20006 – 202-303-4498
www.redcross.org   (339 words)

  
 Home | ARC Grand Canyon
With witches, goblins and super-heroes descending on neighborhoods across America, the American Red Cross offers parents some safety tips to help prepare their children for a safe and enjoyable trick-or-treat holiday.
These statistics are staggering, which is why The American Red Cross Grand Canyon Chapter has developed programs designed to assist victims experiencing domestic violence.
The Red Cross provides free transportation to help victims flee their abuser, as well as a safe place to stay when shelters are full.
www.arizonaredcross.org   (271 words)

  
 North East Georgia Red Cross   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The big day has arrivedtoday is Halloween, and as children and parents alike begin the countdown to candy, the American Red Cross offers tips for ensuring that whether it's a night of trick-or-treating or a haunted holiday party, your night will remain fright-free.
In addition to gaining an hour of sleep, this annual turning back of the clock is a handy reminder to take time out to prepare for lifes emergencies.
Trained American Red Cross disaster workers are continuing to provide emergency services across the region.
www.negaredcross.org   (724 words)

  
 Mower County Chapter-American Red Cross (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.netlab.uky.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
September is National Preparedness Month, and the DHS has announced that it is partnering with the American Red Cross, AARP, the National Organization on Disability and the National Fire Protection Agency to ensure that older adults and those with disabilities are prepared for all emergencies.
American Red Cross first aid, CPR and AED programs are designed to give you the confidence to respond in an emergency situation with skills that can save a life.
Many people are touched by American Red Cross services – all made possible by volunteers who discover that helping others also makes them feel good about themselves.
mowercounty.redcross.org.cob-web.org:8888   (496 words)

  
 Northern Livingston County Chapter   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The Northern Livingston County Red Cross Chapter is staffed by three paid employees and hundreds of dedicated volunteers who serve the communities of Avon, Caledonia, Conesus, Geneseo, Groveland, Leicester, Lima, Livonia, Mt. Morris, Nunda, Portage and York.
Attached, please find a copy of this weeks Red Cross Review, a news letter published by the Northern Livingston County Chapter.
The American Red Cross relies on the voluntary donations of the American public to provide its life-saving services.
www.redcross.org /ny/livingston   (319 words)

  
 Volunteer | American Red Cross in Southeastern Michigan   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The American Red Cross is a volunteer-driven organization.
The Chapter is governed by a voluntary Board of Directors, and volunteers both lead and deliver many of the Red Cross services.
From teen-aged to senior-aged, every volunteer is important to the Red Cross, and since all the training you will need is provided, no special skills are required.
www.semredcross.org /vol/volunteer.html   (127 words)

  
 American Red Cross of the National Capital Area
The American Red Cross of the National Capital Area is hosting a blood drive at Chapter Headquarters on November 15.
The American Red Cross has a variety of kits available.
The American Red Cross of the National Capital Area and the Washington Redskins Charitable Foundation are partnering once again on the 'Yards for Youth' fundraising initiative.
www.redcrossdc.org   (247 words)

  
 American Red Cross Washtenaw County Chapter   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
This is a new service Red Cross is offering you in order to provide you more efficiency and comfort.
Red Cross Joins American Heart in new CPR Guidelines...
© Copyright 2002 The American Red Cross Washtenaw County Chapter.
www.wc-redcross.org /index2.html   (181 words)

  
 Welcome to the Fresno Madera Red Cross   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
FRESNO, Calif. October 28, 2006 — Fresno-Madera Counties Chapter of the American Red Cross has responded to an apartment fire at 3110 North Maple, Fresno.
FRESNO, Calif. September 13, 2006 — Fresno-Madera Counties Chapter of the American Red Cross has responded to two home fires during the last 3 days and has provided assistance to 3 families.
©2006 Fresno Madera Chapter of the American Red Cross.
www.fresnomaderaredcross.org   (240 words)

  
 Red Cross -- San Antonio Area
If you are in need of emergency shelter, food or water, contact your local Red Cross chapter.
The American Red Cross is launching an exciting new initiative with Bayer HealthCare, "GET Relief," that will raise funds to support Red Cross biomedical initiatives and enable consumers to save big on brands that help them feel better.
Description: The world and nation gave over $1 billion to allow the American Red Cross to help survivors and families of September 11, 2001.
www.saredcross.org   (130 words)

  
 Mile High Chapter of the American Red Cross: Homepage
According to the National Weather Service, dozens of Americans die due to exposure to the cold each year.
Paint the Town Red is a new series of events benefiting the American Red Cross Mile High Chapter.
All Red Cross Instructors are required to upgrade to the new 2005 guidelines before December 31, 2006.
www.denver-redcross.org   (490 words)

  
 American Red Cross of Greater Miami & The Keys
The American Red Cross of Greater Miami and the Keys is always looking for new volunteers who are ready to help.
The American Red Cross of Greater Miami and The Keys also offers assistance to military personnel and their families in times of emergency through AFES (Armed Forces Emergency Services).
Red Cross provides disaster relief to victims of apartment fire
www.miamiredcross.org   (396 words)

  
 Welcome to the American Red Cross in Southeastern Michigan
Cross is seeing an unseasonable drop in blood donations across southeastern Michigan and the Midwest this fall.
Detroiter Visits Israel to Welcome Magen David Adom and the Palestine Red Crescent Society to the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
Chris Allen of Detroit joined an American Red Cross contingent that officially welcomed Magen David Adom to the Movement after more than 50 years of encouraging inclusion.
www.semredcross.org   (179 words)

  
 American Red Cross - Southwestern Indiana Chapter
Pictures Recovered From the Nov 6th Tornado Displayed at the Red Cross
The American Red Cross can now provide AEDs and training to your company.
To schedule an AED demonstration call your local Red Cross at 812-471-7200 or click here for additional information.
www.evansvilleredcross.org   (119 words)

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