Is your business ready when disaster strikes? Disasters are on the rise—from floods and wildfires to severe storms and power outages. The American Red Cross now responds to major disasters nearly three times more often than five years ago. While... Continue Reading →
Today, on the 24th anniversary 9/11, we pause to honor the lives lost, the families forever changed, and the extraordinary acts of courage and compassion that followed one of the most devastating events on American soil. We remember the thousands... Continue Reading →
In late January, nearly 50 individuals from the American Red Cross representing all three regions of New York State (NYS) - Eastern New York, Greater New York, and Western New York - gathered in Albany for our annual Advocacy Day. Participants engaged... Continue Reading →
Cegan Chamberlain of Clinton County received several blood transfusions during his successful treatment for an internal hemorrhage. Now fully recovered, he contacted us to share his story. "At the beginning of this past summer, I experienced a life-threatening internal hemorrhage... Continue Reading →
Community Disaster Program Manager Max Sanchez from our Hudson Valley Chapter traveled to California. "I am honored to deploy to assist with the ongoing wildfire response efforts in Los Angeles. “As a member of the American Red Cross, I knew... 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 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 →
The 2018 Real Heroes Breakfast was an inspirational event, recounting ten stories of courage, kindness, and life-changing impact from across the Capital Region. In case you missed it -- or if you simply want to feel inspired all over again... Continue Reading →
Red Cross volunteers from all across the Eastern New York Region are mobilizing to help people affected by Hurricane Matthew. Both long-time disaster responders and brand new trainees are answering the call after this major storm that has affected people... Continue Reading →
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