As blizzard conditions continue to impact communities across Colorado and Wyoming, several shelters and warming centers are open to allow people a place to go for warmth, comfort and necessities. Here is the list of the current places open for people needing to get out of the storm. March 14, 2020, 9:07 pm Platte County, […]
Community Hero Cadet Kristen McKenney Selfless in Her Service In addition to being ranked near the top of her class militarily and despite the hectic schedule that USAFA cadets have, Cadet First Class Kristen McKenney has volunteered over 220 hours of her time over the past 18 months. She serves the Colorado Springs community through […]
Lawrence Goshon is an outreach worker at the University of Colorado Hospital for the hospital-based violence intervention program called the “At Risk Intervention and Mentoring (AIM)”, employed through the Gang Rescue and Support Project (G.R.A.S.P.). As an outreach worker, Lawrence responds at bedside and in the community with patients and families who have sustained an […]
Written by Sarah Phelps, American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming Public Affairs Volunteer Nothing brings a smile to your face like receiving affection from a canine companion. Imagine being in a hospital bed or veteran home and seeing a beautiful Golden Retriever come in for hugs and kisses. A silly furry face to brighten […]
Learn how to stay safe during a winter storm or blizzard A significant winter storm is possible this weekend throughout the state of Colorado and Wyoming. As we get closer to the end of the week, chances for heavy, wet and significant snow event increase. It is important to remember that small changes in the […]
In September 2020, as part of her science class, Annabelle Alcorn’s 3rd grade online class discussed the impacts of the Western wildfires on bird species. Later that same day, 9-year-old Miss Alcorn overheard her father discussing the American Red Cross of Colorado’s wildfire response (i.e., number of people in shelters, the cost for food and […]
Community Hero Ent Credit Union Fund. Volunteer. Partner. Fund. Volunteer. Partner. This has always been Ent Credit Union’s way. In 2020, the need in the communities Ent Credit Union serves was greater than ever. As the pandemic began, Ent helped call attention to small businesses and awarded $100,000 through an award-winning social media campaign and […]
Community Hero Staff Sergeant Eryka P. Ely Distinguished By Heroism Staff Sergeant Eryka P. Ely distinguished herself with heroism involving voluntary risk of life while stationed at the United States Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, Colorado. In the early morning hours of July 28, 2019, Sergeant Ely was alerted that a friend had been involved […]
American Red Cross volunteers’ selfless efforts leave an indelible mark on those who are impacted when disaster strikes. Steve Kaye is one such volunteer, serving as the Disaster Spiritual Care (DCS) Regional Advisor for the Colorado/Wyoming Region of the Red Cross. He has shared his gifts and talents with the Red Cross for over 20 […]
Community Heroes Thea Wasche and Willow Compassion and Commitment Thea Wasche and her dog Willow are volunteers for the American Red Cross of Colorado Animal Visitation Program. They generously provide comfort, companionship and care to wounded service members and veterans. Since the pandemic began, Thea and Williow have provided comfort to frontline workers, patients at […]