George Sullivan, Regional Preparedness & Response Manager for Colorado and Wyoming, unexpectedly passed away on the morning of February 14, 2018. George brought his vast experience to the Red Cross in 2008 first as a volunteer and then as a program coordinator in 2010 to launch dedicated preparedness programs for the chapter. He has served […]
February 15, 2018 Our hearts go out to all those who are affected by Wednesday’s tragic shooting in Broward County, Florida. The American Red Cross is working in close coordination with emergency officials to provide comfort and support. The Red Cross is supporting a family assistance center, and mental health and spiritual care volunteers are […]
Ideally you record your volunteer hours right after you work, but we know this isn’t always possible. Make recording time easier with these tips: Estimate your time – Having trouble remembering exactly how many hours you worked? Estimate your time as best you can. Remember past time can be entered at any time. Combine your […]
Tips to help you avoid the flu during your Super Bowl party. By Kate Walters, American Red Cross February 4, people across America will be gathering at Super Bowl parties to watch the big game between the Patriots and the Eagles. If you’re going to a party or hosting one at your house, we want […]
WY/CO Region Red Cross Volunteers, you are all so generous with your time that you often don’t take credit for the work you’re doing. However, the Red Cross organization needs to take as much credit as possible for your work to support our fundraising and business operations. Because volunteer hours are so important to us, […]
WY/CO Region Red Cross Volunteers – Did you know you can enter your past volunteer hours through Volunteer Connection no matter how long ago you worked? Well…you can. If you have “worked” hours since July 2017 that you didn’t have time record, please do it now! Remember that “work” includes the time to travel, prepare, […]
Pueblo, CO, Thursday, January 25, 2018, — Everyday in our community ordinary people perform extraordinary acts of compassion, community service, and life-saving. The American Red Cross of Southeastern Colorado has chosen eight heroes to be honored at the event that will be held at the Sangre de Cristo Arts and Conference Center in Pueblo on […]
Story and photos by Christina Mascarenas/American Red Cross Pueblo – A pesky spider, setting off fire alarms in the Sandoval house, created a concern for Tom Sandoval since his hearing-impaired son wasn’t waking up when the alarm went off. “That’s my baby, he’s my youngest,” Tom said with a smile. “Three nights in a row, […]
Posted by Bill Fortune/American Red Cross Denver, January 11, 2018 David Hatfield, a volunteer with the Colorado and Wyoming Red Cross Mile High Chapter is deploying to Santa Barbara, CA to support people affected by the recent mudslides. This will be Hatfield’s first deployment and he will be working as a counselor with the Disaster […]
American Red Cross of Colorado & Wyoming, January 8, 2018 – On Average, Red Cross volunteers are responding to home fires two to three time each day in the two-state region. Nearly all of those calls for help come after a home fire. “We’re deeply saddened for those who have been impacted by disaster, such […]