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Blood Donations Needed; More info here...

The Holidays are a time when blood is still needed.  The South Bend Medical Foundation reports a particular need for O Positive.  For information on hours, eligibility, and other information in St. Joseph County, contact the Blood Bank, www.givebloodnow.com, or call them at 574 234-1157.

 

Thanks; your blood donation can save lives!

 
SUPPORT THE DISASTER RELIEF FUND

HELP US HELP!  The American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund needs your help to support Red Cross relief efforts.  Make a donation to the fund by clicking on here.

 
INDIANA RESPONSE AND PREPAREDNESS CORPS NOW RECRUITING!!

 

The American Red Cross of St. Joseph County, in collaboration with AmeriCorps, has created the Indiana Response and Preparedness Corps, which offers the opportunity to serve with AmeriCorps and the Red Cross in 5 locations across Indiana.


For more information on the program including start dates, benefits, position descriptions, and locations click here.

 
 

The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies.

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Five Things to Know About the Red Cross in St. Joseph County

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  1. Disaster Services: we are the leading provider of training and response to disasters here and around the country;

  2. We provide Services to the Armed Forces by providing emergency communications and access to emergency financial assistance to members of the military and their families;

  3. Red Cross has long been a leading provider of instruction for Life Saving Skills including CPR, AED, First Aid, and water safety; 

  4. As a part of an international movement, the Red Cross provides International Outreach -- globally and locally 

  5. Throughout the nation the Red Cross helps ensure the region's Blood Supply

Happy Holidays

Thanks to all who trekked out in the cold and ice to attend the annual Holiday Open House on Wednesday, Dec. 17.  The treats were great and the company was wonderful.  The St. Joseph County Chapter wishes all volunteers, donors, and our many partners a very Happy New Year!

The Chapter office will be closed:

New Year's Eve afternoon, December 31, 2008. 
New Year's Day, January 1, 2009.

The Chapter will reopen for regular business hours on Friday, January 2, 2009.

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  American Red Cross, St. Joseph County Chapter 3220 East Jefferson Boulevard   South Bend, Indiana 46615
Telephone: (574) 234-0191 | Fax: 574-234-0194