South Florida Red Cross

Hope in the Shape of a Teddy Bear

2012-01-25T11:33:00.000-08:00

Even though the holidays are long gone, this story still resonates for many Red Cross volunteers and staffers. On December 24th, the person at dispatch received a call regarding a fire at a ranch-style house in Homestead. The house belonged to a small business owner who makes a living selling affordable cars to farm laborers in the area. When the Red Cross Disaster Action Team volunteers arrived

Red Cross Volunteer Recognized as Unsung Hero

2012-01-17T13:45:00.000-08:00

Longtime American Red Cross volunteer Dr. Margaret Blair, of Islamorada, will be recognized at the Unsung Hero Awards on Friday! Dr. Blair has volunteered for the Red Cross in three states, leads our fundraising team in the Keys and in 2010 helped us create the local Clara Barton Society, paying tribute to the Red Cross founder. The awards luncheon is sponsored by the Community Foundation of

Two Years After Haiti Earthquake, American Red Cross Remains Very Active in Recovery Efforts

2012-01-10T09:24:00.000-08:00

Two years after the Haiti earthquake, the American Red Cross continues to help people rebuild their home and lives, with hundreds of millions of dollars committed to the ongoing recovery effort. In a two-year update, the American Red Cross highlighted its emergency work after the 7.0 earthquake struck Haiti on January 12, 2010, as well as its recovery efforts over the past year. “People in South

Burger King Corp. Gifts Red Cross with New Emergency Response Vehicles

2012-01-05T08:13:00.000-08:00

Miami, FL (January 5, 2012) — The American Red Cross recently rolled out 10 new emergency response vehicles, generously provided by Burger King Corp. (BKC). South Florida Red Cross is a grateful recipient of one of these new vehicles, which we call “ERVs.” A dedication ceremony was held Monday, December 12, at Burger King’s global headquarters, 5505 Blue Lagoon Dr., Miami. Earlier this year, the

Red Cross to Celebrate Florence Spottswood Humanitarian of the Year Event

2012-01-04T06:53:00.000-08:00

Come join the American Red Cross for its annual Florence Spottswood Humanitarian of the Year Gala. February 4, 2012 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm Marriott Key West Beachside Hotel Justin and Eileen Kawaler The Florence Spottswood Humanitarian of the Year Award is named in honor of Florence Spottswood, founder of the American Red Cross Chapter in Key West in 1917, whose grandson, Mr. Robert

South Florida volunteer: Flood waters receed in Minot

2011-07-11T06:57:00.000-07:00

Hello! I'm wrapping up my second week in Minot, ND. The flood waters have receded substantially thanks to the hot weather and the water pumping that the city has been doing. Flood waters slowly receed in Minot, ND Minot residents are thankful for the help Red Cross volunteers have offered I’ve been working with the damage assessment team and we’ve finished our detailed damage reports.

From disaster springs hope, inspiration

2011-07-01T09:22:00.001-07:00

Joining the American Red Cross through the fellowship program this summer has introduced me to a team of hard working people who truly care about the welfare of others. I’ve heard the stories of employees and volunteers taking hours, days, and even weeks of their time to leave their homes and families to help those in need. Their stories are moving, but I really felt the impact the American Red

South Florida volunteers help flooded North Dakota residents

2011-06-28T10:38:00.000-07:00

Writing to you from Minot, ND. I was originally assigned to Bismarck, however, Minot has the most need for our help right now. Flood waters reach the eaves of this building in Minot, ND This is the worst flooding that Minot has experienced since 1881. Even though the Souris/Mouse River has peaked, the waters will not begin to recede for weeks. Tiffany Hamm (right) and fellow Red Cross

Richard Fremont-Smith is a Red Crosser all the way

2011-05-20T09:04:00.000-07:00

U.S. Coast Guard Capt. (ret.) Richard Fremont-Smith, a life-long Red Cross volunteer, poses in his home office holding a picture of him with former Red Cross President Elizabeth Dole. Unlike many retirees, 76 year old Richard Fremont-Smith isn’t shuffle-board playing, rocking-chair material. This retired Coast Guard captain still enjoys being active and loves his Fort Lauderdale waterfront

The Red Cross is a blessing for this family

2011-04-20T09:24:00.000-07:00

Gilda Brisbon and her family know what it’s like to be homeless, but when they moved into their home in the King Charles Road neighborhood in Raleigh, North Carolina three years ago they thought that those days were behind them. However, on Saturday, April 16, everything changed when their home was destroyed by a class EF1 tornado and they lost everything but the clothes on their backs. “My

Lemonade For a Good Cause

2011-04-07T12:12:00.000-07:00