On Sunday, Nov. 3, the area surrounding the East Syracuse Fire Department will be transformed into a powerful display of support for burn survivors of all ages when the 18th Annual Burn Run takes center stage. Approximately 700 firefighters and... Continue Reading →
Meet Ishraq, a native of Yemen who now resides in Oneida County. Ishraq volunteers as a Duty Officer, helping to ensure timely activation and monitoring of local and regional Disaster Action Team (DAT) responses to home fires and other local... Continue Reading →
“My name is Ana Candelli, and I am an AmeriCorps member and a Red Cross Disaster Resiliency Corps member with the Eastern New York Region. I help serve Franklin, Essex, and Clinton counties. You can find me installing smoke alarms,... Continue Reading →
Volunteer Andy Cordiale of Warren County recently returned from Oklahoma where he was assisting with Casework and Recovery Planning for the Disaster Relief Operation in response to a spate of tornadoes. It was his 52nd deployment on behalf of the... Continue Reading →
The American Red Cross Home Fire Campaign works to reduce the risk of death and injury from home fires by installing free smoke alarms. Sound the Alarm is a signature event that happens every year to highlight the work of... Continue Reading →
Volunteer Bobbie Krukowski of Onondaga County is Disaster Duty Officer Program Lead. Duty Officers ensures timely activation and monitoring of local and regional Disaster Action Team (DAT) responses. Bobbie participated in the recent Leadership Academy, a gathering of dozens of volunteers... Continue Reading →
The need for the services provided by the Red Cross regions in New York State is constant. Not a day goes by when we don’t provide help to New Yorkers whether it be providing aid in the wake of home... Continue Reading →
As the newest intern in Communications at the American Red Cross, I’d like to introduce myself and tell you why I couldn’t pass up such a great opportunity. I’m Emma Naclerio, a junior at UAlbany, double-majoring in Communications and English.... Continue Reading →
As you consider New Year’s resolutions, we ask you resolve to make a difference and support your community by becoming a volunteer in 2024. We’re seeing both the frequency and intensity of disasters increase due to extreme weather. Across the... Continue Reading →
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