Bonnie Daniels has been a volunteer for the American Red Cross of Western Colorado since the summer of 2019. She is a diversified volunteer, holding positions as a Disaster Action Team (DAT) member, a Mass Care Sheltering service associate and a Volunteer Service Recruitment member. In August of 2020, when the Grizzly Creek fire erupted […]
In 1863, Henri Dunant founded the International Committee of the Red Cross on the Fundamental Principle of Humanity. “The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, born of a desire to bring assistance without discrimination to the wounded on the battlefield endeavors, in its international and national capacity, to prevent and alleviate human suffering […]
Meredith Barrentine Volunteer Profile Name: Meredith Barrentine Location: Denver, Colorado Volunteer Position: Service to the Armed Forces (SAF) Caseworker, Community Relations and Outreach Member and Military Entrance Processing Station Lead – CO-WY Length of service: 17.5 years (March 2004) Today, working from the Mile High Chapter office in Denver, Colorado, Meredith is very involved with […]
As the coronavirus pandemic eases it’s hold in some areas of the country, most schools will be calling students back to the classroom soon after months of virtual learning. The American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming wants to make sure your student is safe as they head back to school for the upcoming year. […]
Throughout the month of July, the American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming opened two evacuation centers and one shelter to provide support for individuals who were affected by severe flooding and mudslides because of heavy rain in wildfire burn scar areas. https://vimeo.com/583421453 Red Cross volunteers opened an evacuation center at Foundations Church in Loveland, […]
Volunteer Profile: Gale Coddington American Red Cross of Northern Colorado Disaster Mental Health Volunteer By Rick Padden, Red Cross Public Affairs Volunteer Name: Gale Coddington Location: Johnstown Volunteer Position: CPEP (Community Preparedness & Education Program); Preparedness DCS (Disaster Cycle Services) Trainee – NOCO, Disaster Mental Health DCS Member – NOCO, Disaster Mental Health DCS Service […]
Volunteers from the American Red Cross of Northern Colorado are providing support for those evacuated due to the flooding in Cameron Peak fire burn scar areas 6:30 PM July 23, 2021 – The Red Cross has opened an evacuation center to provide support for the individuals who are affected by severe flooding in the Cameron […]
The American Red Cross of Colorado is providing shelter due to mudslide in Glenwood Canyon July 30, 2021; 3:00 pm – The evacuation center is now closed July 30, 2021; 12:00 pm –The American Red Cross of Western Colorado has opened a shelter to provide support and relief for individuals impacted by a mudslide that […]
By Loni Koller, American Red Cross Public Affairs Volunteer On July 26 the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) turns 31! National Disability Independence Day commemorates the signing of this federally recognized day which established guidelines for people with disabilities. Did you know that people with disabilities represent the nation’s largest minority group with nearly one […]
Floods are among the most frequent and costly natural disasters. Flooding following thawing snow or several days of sustained rain. Flash floods occur suddenly, due to rapidly rising water along a stream or low-lying area. Learn what to do to keep your loved ones safe! Know the Difference A flood/flash flood WATCH means a flood or […]