This Tuesday was a special day for the Red Cross in New York State, as representatives from Greater New York, Eastern New York, and Western & Central New York were welcomed to the NYS Assembly Chamber during the day's legislative... Continue Reading →
https://youtu.be/FEj06Pc67wM Over the holidays, a group of volunteers from our Mohawk Valley Chapter shared some of their favorite things about volunteering with the American Red Cross. Watch the video to see what they had to say. If you're already a... Continue Reading →
By Gary Striar, CEO As many of you know, this week there was a large fire on Park Avenue in Albany. I only occasionally go to our fire responses, as our people know what to do, and I’d rather not... Continue Reading →
By Gary Striar, CEO Thanksgiving week is one of my favorite times of the year. Having my whole family together under one roof to eat and watch football for a few days is something I look forward to all year... Continue Reading →
Story by Margaret Richards, Red Cross volunteer The American Red Cross has been providing relief for thousands of families affected by flooding and severe weather in Texas since a series of violent storms began on October 23. Communities already damaged... Continue Reading →
Story by Margaret Richards, Red Cross volunteer Through the Service to the Armed Forces (SAF) program, the Red Cross is constantly looking for new opportunities to give back to those who have served our country. One of the many ways... Continue Reading →
The American Red Cross is helping thousands of families across the state of Texas after severe storms this weekend brought tornadoes, heavy rains and flash flooding to already water-logged communities. The latest round of severe weather in Texas comes on... Continue Reading →
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