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Replying to @Geovixxy
Thanks for your generous donation! If you have a valid email address on file, you'll receive an email with instructions on how to redeem your Gift Card within 30 days of donation. Thank you!
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Type O blood donors are needed to keep up with hospital demand. Help ensure that the U.S. blood supply is ready for emergencies and everyday patient needs by scheduling an appointment to donate blood: rdcrss.org/4sQagNl We’re saying thanks to blood donors who give with the Red Cross through Nov. 22 with a a $10 Amazon Gift Card by email. Plus, 500 bonus points toward Donor Rewards!
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These statistics are alarming but true. According to the CDC: • 8.7 million people in the U.S. are living with undiagnosed diabetes. • Approximately 80% of people with prediabetes are unaware they have it. Unmanaged diabetes can cause serious health concerns. We’re expanding our health offerings this National Diabetes Month with free A1C testing for all who successfully give blood through Nov. 30 (one test result per calendar year). Gain valuable information about your blood sugar level over the past three months by making an appointment to donate blood: rdcrss.org/4A88Ccu
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Congratulations on reaching the 4-gallon milestone! We appreciate your continued dedication to helping save lives. Thank you!
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What can 200+ volunteers accomplish in four days? A lot. @RedCrossLA volunteers recently teamed up with @HabitatLA for a four-day rebuilding and revitalization event supporting families affected by the January 2025 Palisades fire. Alongside Habitat LA and other community partners, more than 200 volunteers came together to help repair homes, revitalize neighborhoods and support wildfire survivors as they continue rebuilding their lives. This effort was supported in part through a Red Cross long-term recovery grant to Habitat LA, helping expand rebuilding and repair services for households facing significant challenges in their recovery. Seeing so many people come together to help their neighbors is a powerful reminder that recovery doesn't happen alone. It's made possible by volunteers, community partners and generous donors who continue to show up long after a disaster. To everyone who helped make this work possible: thank you. ❤️
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Nearly 40% of Americans say their community experienced damage from extreme weather in the past year. These disasters don't always make national headlines, but their impact is felt every day in communities across the country. In a new @Forbes article, Anne McKeough, our chief development officer, explores the rise of "quiet disasters" and why investing in preparedness, recovery and community resilience matters more than ever. rdcrss.org/3U6q55u
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Doug and Georgann Howie only lived in their home for one year before a wildfire destroyed it. They moved there to be closer to their children while Georgann continued cancer treatment, a journey she has been on for three years. Instead, they found themselves facing the unimaginable: the loss of their home and nearly everything inside. For Doug, that included a lifetime of woodworking tools collected during his 27-year career as a high school woodshop teacher. The fire also claimed a new workshop he finished building just one week earlier. Amid the devastation, a few cherished reminders remained: • A garden stone made by their grandson, Benjamin, when he was a baby, complete with his tiny footprints and the words, "I love you, Grandma." • A decorative rock from their front yard. • A message left by a neighbor on a fence board behind the house that read, "God is good." As Doug and Georgann navigate life after the wildfire, @RedCrossNW volunteers have helped them and their neighbors access supplies, resources and critical support. "It's so encouraging to see the Red Cross around just helping people," Georgann said. "I make it a point to thank them all."
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Replying to @ImJimR87
We’re sorry for the frustration and appreciate your willingness to donate. Blood donation eligibility can depend on individual health history, and some requirements may not be obvious before an appointment. Thank you for taking the time to come in and for sharing your feedback.
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Bill and Steve traveled from Georgia to Northwest Florida to help communities impacted by Hurricane Isaias. They are two of more than 380 Red Cross volunteers supporting response and recovery efforts across impacted areas. While communities assess the damage left behind by the storm, Red Cross teams are distributing meals, water and relief supplies, supporting damage assessment efforts, and connecting people with recovery resources and services. From delivering essential items to sharing a friendly smile, volunteers like Bill and Steve are helping neighbors take the next steps forward. Thank you to all the volunteers, donors and partners making this work possible. ❤️
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Days after Hurricane Isaias made landfall, communities across the Gulf Coast are beginning to assess the storm's impact. More than 177,000 customers remain without power across Florida, Alabama and the Carolinas, and some areas continue to face flooding and hazardous conditions. Over 460 Red Cross disaster responders are working alongside local officials and community partners to help people affected by the storm. • At the height of the storm, the Red Cross opened or supported 21 evacuation centers across Florida, Mississippi and Alabama, providing a safe place for people to shelter. • As communities assess damage, disaster teams are identifying where help is needed most and preparing to distribute meals, drinking water and relief supplies in affected areas. • Red Cross volunteers from across the country have deployed emergency response vehicles to help deliver critical supplies directly to affected neighborhoods. Recovery after a disaster takes time, but we remain committed to helping people affected by Hurricane Isaias in the days and weeks ahead. ❤️
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As the full extent of the damage left by Hurricane Isaias becomes clear, here's what to know about Red Cross services and how to get help. How the Red Cross is Helping: Over 400 trained disaster workers are providing comfort and relief to those affected by Hurricane Isaias across the Gulf Coast, with hundreds more on their way. Once it is safe to do so, our teams will travel through affected communities to assess damage, provide meals, and distribute relief supplies. Right now, our priority is meeting the urgent needs of those affected by providing safe shelter, meals, emotional support and health services. Safety Tips for the Immediate Aftermath: • Avoid unnecessary travel to help keep roads clear for emergency vehicles. Return home only when local officials say it is safe, and keep monitoring local updates, as conditions can change quickly. • Stay away from floodwaters. Storm drains, culverts and ditches may be hidden beneath the water and can cause serious injury. • If you're using a generator, keep it outside and away from doors, windows and vents to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. How to Find a Shelter: • If you need a safe place to stay, please come to a Red Cross shelter. You can find locations by visiting redcross.org/shelters, downloading the Red Cross Emergency app, or calling 1-800-RED CROSS. • Even if you don't stay overnight, you can come to a shelter to shower, charge your devices, get food or access resources. Tips for Contacting Loved Ones: Widespread power outages and limited connectivity can make communication difficult. Try calling during off-peak hours for the best chance of getting through. Send a text message, which may go through when phone calls cannot, and check your loved one's social media accounts for updates. Recovery Resource: If you're able to get online, visit redcross.org/gethelp or our free Emergency app for additional recovery information, safety guidance and available resources. How to Help People Affected: • Make a financial donation: rdcrss.org/4dwrvgg • Schedule an appointment to give blood: rdcrss.org/4yG7X1k • Sign up to volunteer: rdcrss.org/4eoVbMy
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When disasters like Hurricane Isaias threaten communities, the Red Cross prepares long before the storm arrives and remains there to help people recover long after it passes. A gift to Red Cross Disaster Relief helps ensure we can respond to storms, floods, home fires, and other crises whenever and wherever they happen. Your support makes it possible to provide shelter, meals, relief supplies, emotional support, and recovery assistance for families facing some of their toughest days. Donate today by: - Visiting rdcrss.org/4zoKhi6 - Texting REDCROSS to 90999. - Calling 1-800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767) Thank you for helping us be there for people before, during and after disasters. ❤️
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As Hurricane Isaias approaches the Gulf Coast, hundreds of Red Cross disaster volunteers are dedicated to helping people and communities impacted by dangerous weather in the days ahead. Our teams are closely monitoring the storm, pre-positioning emergency relief supplies, coordinating with local partners, and standing ready to provide shelter, meals and comfort if needed. If you live in the storm's potential path, now is the time to review your emergency plan, monitor local weather updates, and make sure you have essential supplies on hand. Take a look at what to know, how to stay safe, and ways to support those who may be impacted by the storm. #Isaias
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Give it up for Tucker! He's a lifesaving hero. 🥹 When a mudslide triggered by Hurricane Helene ripped apart 11-year-old Jamie's home, he was buried beneath nearly 12 feet of rubble. As rescuers searched, Tucker stood on the debris and barked relentlessly. Eventually, firefighters realized he wasn't just making noise — he was showing them exactly where to find Jamie. Because Tucker never gave up, Jamie was found alive. As Jamie recovered, the community showed up to support him and his family. @RedCross_NC volunteers connected with the family and provided them with comfort, resources and financial assistance in the days after the disaster and throughout their recovery journey. Jamie and his family are now rebuilding their lives after losing nearly everything. Recently, they celebrated a significant milestone: moving into a new home. And one of the first things Jamie added to his new room was a dog bed for Tucker — the dog who never left his side when he needed him most. ❤️
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Two years ago, Hurricane Helene left Brenda Ward and her husband with an uninhabitable home and the heartbreaking loss of nearly everything they owned. Seven feet of water rushed through their home when the Toe River surged over its banks. Mud filled the basement, a large tree crashed into the yard, and the damage was so extensive that they had to rebuild the entire interior from floor to ceiling. For more than a year, Brenda and her husband lived away from home while volunteers, community organizations and recovery partners helped them rebuild. They're finally back home. Above Brenda's front door hangs a handmade angel crafted by one of the volunteers who helped restore her house. It's a small reminder of the countless people who showed up to help her family move forward. "I can't even count the people, the volunteers, that came through here," Brenda said. "You wouldn't believe how blessed we've been." Through the dedication of Baptists On Mission volunteers and support from a Red Cross long-term recovery grant that helped pay for critical repairs like plumbing, roofing and decking, Brenda's home has been rebuilt and restored. As we mark two years since Hurricane Helene, Brenda's story is a reminder that recovery doesn't end when the floodwaters recede or the headlines fade. Across the Southeast, families are still working to rebuild their homes and their lives. Thanks to the unwavering support of volunteers, donors and community partners, we're continuing to stand alongside families and communities on the long road to recovery. ❤️
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As communities in Hawaii prepare for Hurricane Nolo, the Red Cross is mobilizing to support those who may be impacted. Your gift to Disaster Relief helps ensure we're ready to respond when disasters happen and provide support and hope to people when they need it most. Consider making a gift today by texting 'REDCROSS to 90999 or visiting: rdcrss.org/4xEltRP
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Hawaii is once again preparing for a hurricane threat as Hurricane Nolo approaches the islands. After already facing multiple tropical systems this season, communities are now bracing for the potential of life-threatening flooding, strong winds and power outages. @HawaiiRedCross volunteers are closely monitoring the storm and coordinating with partners. Additional disaster responders are also on the way to support communities as they prepare for possible impacts. Whether you live in Hawaii, have loved ones there, or simply want to help, here's what to know about the storm, how to stay safe, and ways you can support those who may be impacted.
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A nor’easter could bring flooding, strong winds and power outages to parts of the East Coast this weekend. Take a few minutes to prepare now. If flooding threatens your area, move to higher ground immediately. If the power goes out, use flashlights instead of candles, and keep a power bank charged so you can stay connected and receive emergency alerts.
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We're serving up something special! Take home an exclusive pickleball paddle and ball — while they last — when you come to give blood or platelets through Sept. 30 at a Red Cross blood donation center and mention “pickleball.” Book your time to donate: rdcrss.org/3Te5rQF
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