Recovery is just beginning for many in Southern California after several massive wildfires destroyed more than 17,000 structures. As communities reopen, hundreds of Red Cross responders continue to work around the clock to provide critical relief and recovery assistance to those affected.
Here’s a glimpse of how our teams are helping right now:
• Volunteers are in communities distributing emergency supplies and sharing information about Red Cross financial assistance with residents and community partners.
• In emergency shelters, volunteers are providing food, shelter, and emotional support to people unable to return home.
• Caseworkers are also helping residents plan their next steps and address other needs such as transportation, health care and childcare.
• For people who need extra support with their short-term housing situations, we’re working with partners to ensure they receive the assistance they need.
This work is only possible because of YOU — our volunteers, financial donors, social media supporters, and partners. Thank you for your generosity and grace as so many grapple with loss and the uncertainty of what comes next.
Thank you to every Red Cross and Red Crescent volunteer around the globe for your commitment to making a difference. ❤️ Your passion for mission comes #FromTheHeart. #WRCRCD
Gobbler hunters - this reminder is for you ⬇️
Fall turkey applications are now open. Don't delay, you have until May 31 at 8pm MDT to apply 🦃 Learn more and apply now: https://t.co/cYKp5a1ezR
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@elonmusk We still have one rotary dial phone in our shop, when machines are running the distinct ring alerts us well, in addition to being nostalgic as we are ;)
A disaster assistance team (DAT) has been dispatched to the scene. Volunteers are located in the Club Valentina Club House, providing comfort and care to all those impacted. We are assessing needs and planning ongoing support.
Everyone loves a good scare on #Halloween, but not when it comes to the safety of those little trick-or-treaters.💡 Carry glow sticks or flashlights, use reflective tape or stickers on costumes and bags, and wear light colors to help kids see and be seen by drivers.
@KyleClark#heynext have we not heard more of the situation in the Sand Wash Basin? Big money at work! Here is a FB link since we don't see much on Twitter. Love your work young man! https://t.co/9EcZq6FhTI
@KathySabine9 why have we not heard more of this situation in the Sand Wash Basin? Here is a FB link since we see nothing on Twitter. Thank you! Love your work! :) https://t.co/9EcZq6FhTI
90% of the Red Cross workforce is volunteers, who respond to home fires & other disasters, volunteer at veterans’ hospitals, teach people lifesaving skills such as CPR, reconnect loved ones separated by international conflict & so much more. THANK YOU! #NationalVolunteerWeek
A pop-up archery clinic is being held today at Chatfield State Park, 10 a.m. to noon, at the hot air balloon launch field near the deer creek entrance station.
#NationalVolunteerWeek is a special time to acknowledge the invaluable work our volunteers do. But we appreciate their remarkable talent & commitment every day. Consider joining the mission of the Red Cross & become one of our incredible volunteers! Visit https://t.co/Il68WbFBPl
Happy birthday to us! 🥳
For 124 years, we've proudly worked to protect and conserve Colorado's wildlife and state parks. Thank you for your support. To celebrate, here's some of your favorite photos that you shared with us this week. ⬇️
The Red Cross and community partners are teaming up to educate our community about fire safety. To inquire about a free fire alarm installation visit https://t.co/6ooMifHYz2 #EndHomeFires