With their shared commitments to providing help to those hurt in times of conflict, it should come as no surprise that The Red Cross and Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF, or, Doctors Without Borders) also share a history. MSF was established in 1968 during the Nigerian Civil War, by a team of doctors, nurses and clinicians […]
By Kristyle Solomon, volunteer writer Although we recently concluded Black History Month at the end of February, at the Red Cross we believe in honoring, celebrating and seeking diversity year-round. It’s a long part of our history and a continuing effort. Frederick Douglass was a close friend of American Red Cross founder Clara Barton. Dr. […]
On Friday, Feb. 27, hundreds of people gathered to celebrate the Red Cross and honor everyday heroes at the 2015 Red Cross Heroes Soiree. The event, held at the Sheraton in downtown Denver, buzzed with energy during a pre-ceremony cocktail hour set in a modern-chic “bistro” style environment where business leaders and community members mingled […]
By Julie Schroeder, volunteer writer The Pueblo Hometown Heroes dinner honored heroes in the community on Thursday, February 26. With approximately 300 community members in attendance, it was a wonderful night to honor local heroes. The night opened with a presentation of colors by Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team, the recipients of last year’s Military Hero […]
By Bill Fortune It was a cold February morning when Shantal Baker was awakened by a loud beeping noise. At first she didn’t recognize the noise but then the audible smoke alarm started chanting “Fire…Fire…Fire.” Moving quickly she began waking up the rest of the family, her husband Michael Smith, daughter Rebecca and 3-week old […]
By Patricia BillingerIt’s always nice to receive a gift expressing that someone cares. Holidays like Valentine’s Day provide a reminder — but imagine if that were the only day someone remembered to show they cared! We imagined what that would be like, and came up with these fun, low-budget videos. You’ll notice at the end […]
by Patricia Billinger If you get to chatting with Red Cross workers – whether employed or volunteer – one thing quickly becomes clear: this is a very special organization with a mission that inspires passion and loyalty. The people who put in long hours under high stress conditions do it for the gratification of serving […]
By Patricia Billinger Weddings are typically a time for celebration, reuniting with family and giving gifts. When Rattana Phon got married in January, her mother flew in for the weekend. There in spirit and memory for the ceremony – but long missing in person – was Rattana’s maternal grandfather. “She knew the day he disappeared: […]
Erin and MeLisa Mounsey know disaster up close and first-hand – from Erin’s personal experience losing his home to a fire and receiving help from the Red Cross over a decade ago, to their current role helping others impacted by disasters in their community. Erin heads up the Northern Colorado Chapter of the American Red […]
by Diane Donovan, guest writer Irene Clifford Oja, 95, has led a very interesting life. She was born a twin, but unfortunately her twin brother passed away shortly after birth. Irene has always felt that she wanted to live her life for both herself and her twin, and that is why she decided to get […]
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