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Month: July 2016
Blame the Corn Sweat
What comes to mind when you think of corn? Rows and rows of tall stalks flanking the roads of rural America? The perfect side dish for your summer lunch? If …
Three Women Thank Anonymous Blood Donors for Saving Their Lives
We love receiving blood donation recipient stories through social media. Three women recently reached out to tell us just how much blood donors mean to them. Their comments below show the real …
Easing the Hearts and Minds of Military Children
A version of this post, by Bill Fortune, originally appeared on the Colorado Red Cross’ blog. The excitement was everywhere. The conversations were lively. The laughter was contagious. The noise level elevated. …
From the Archives – Renowned Artist Captures Red Cross Work in World War I
A unique record of Red Cross involvement in World War I is captured in the paintings of Henry Ossawa Tanner (1859-1937), the foremost African-American artist of his generation. Tanner, born …
Before You (Pokemon) Go: 5 Pieces of Advice From an Avid User
By now, almost everyone has heard about the new Pokemon Go app. Using a mapping system, the app creates an augmented reality where you can collect Pokemon (little creatures) wherever …
Retired Firefighter Saved by Red Cross-Installed Smoke Alarm
A version of this post originally appeared on the American Red Cross Northwest Region blog. By Gabriel Martinez, AmeriCorps member. David Adams, a retired volunteer firefighter of 33 years, found himself …
Are You Ready for Your Summer Camping Adventure?
It’s that time of year again – camping season! Can you picture it? Pitching the tent, jumping in the lake, and most importantly, setting up the bonfire for nighttime s’mores and …
This Volunteer Left a Promising Career to Help Save Lives
A version of this post originally appeared on the Western New York chapter‘s blog. By Grace Carnall, Communications Intern You’ve heard money doesn’t equal happiness. But have you taken the risk to …
An Accident Turned This Blood Donor into a Humble Recipient
Kelly Griswold is a 22-year-old college student who hopes to graduate from the University of Missouri, pass her certified public accountant exam and become an accountant in the next year. …