By Josh Egbert, American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming Public Affairs The American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming has named Christie Caster as executive director for the Western Colorado chapter. In her new role, Caster will manage the board of directors and its committees, collaborate with key community partners, elected officials and serve […]
By Josh Egbert, American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming Public Affairs It was a book on social work that brought Alie Pasternak to the American Red Cross. One of the chapters was on emergency response and was written by a Red Cross volunteer that had responded to the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. […]
By Violet Chazkel, American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming Public Affairs Intern On December 30, 2021, the roaring Marshall Fire engulfed the Spanish Hills neighborhood in Boulder, Colorado, with flames driven by 100 mph winds. In the midst of the confusion Elizabeth received a phone call from her neighbor, Katherine Hunter, who pleaded with […]
By Violet Chazkel, American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming Public Affairs Intern When military veteran Anthony Lee retired after twenty years in law enforcement, he went back to school using the Veterans Readiness & Employment program to earn a Human Services degree. Now an accredited Veterans Service Offer (VSO) at Mesa County Workforce Center, […]
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The American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming has steps you should take to stay safe if you are in the path of this winter weather. Temperatures will be below zero in many locations with wind chills making it feel as cold as 60 degrees below zero in some areas. Learn what to do if […]
By David Damsgaard, American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming Public Affairs Kim Mailes has always been a natural communicator. From his time as a disc jockey to his career as a car salesman, connecting with people to voice their emotions and embody their stories has always been the foundation of his work. “I grew […]
By Pat Kondas, American Public Affairs Red Cross of Wyoming had an active year in 2022, responding to 71 single family and multifamily incidents, including both fires and floods. A total of 243 clients, including 91 children were given immediate assistance, which can include funds for lodging, clothing,food and other immediate needs. Fifty-one clients requested […]
By Emil Joensson, American Red Cross Public Affairs Winter can be both beautiful and dangerous. The American Red Cross of Colorado & Wyoming is committed to helping people stay safe during winter. We have contacted our local fire departments for tips to help you and your family stay safe and healthy this winter. First and […]