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[Iowa Red Cross @IowaRedCross]

42 Nebraska-Iowa volunteers are providing support throughout the country to communities affected by extreme weather. We need more volunteers to help those affected by disasters yet-to-come. Visit https://t.co/6Neo2QWgeN, and learn how you can join the Red Cross.

[American Red Cross (Indiana Region) @indianaRedCross]

Hurricane season is in full effect, but that does not mean that other disasters take a break. The Red Cross is constantly responding to disasters across the country, and we need more volunteers! If you are interested in joining the volunteer team, visit https://t.co/fDxIZJlY5c

[Red Cross Dakotas @RedCrossDakotas]

Blood products, in this case platelets, are on the way from MN to FL to help people affected by the hurricane. Climate-related events can put a strain on the national blood supply. Blood donors are needed everyday. Schedule through the Red Cross Blood Donor App. Thank you!

[American Red Cross (Indiana Region) @indianaRedCross]

Today marks the beginning of #NationalPreparednessMonth, and what better way to kick things off than by making sure you know the most common natural disaster in your area?

To learn more about how to be better prepared for disasters, visit https://t.co/4LaFrwUaGn

[American Red Cross (Indiana Region) @indianaRedCross]

The American Red Cross deployed hundreds of disaster responders this week in response to Hurricane Idalia, including seven from Indiana.

To learn more about the Red Cross' response, and how you can help those impacted by Hurricane Idalia, visit https://t.co/2FrYb0w540

[Nebraska/SW Iowa Red Cross @neiaredcross]

George, Eunice and Terry are Nebraska-Iowa volunteers in Montana. They are providing safe shelter and food after wildfires displaced residents. Right now, dozens of NEIA volunteers are providing support in the wake of multiple disasters. Learn more at https://t.co/irtEXvqxsf.

[American Red Cross of Illinois @RedCrossIL]

Happening tomorrow from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., the 8th Annual Blood Drive at Brookfield Zoo at the Brookfield Zoo Discovery Center, 3300 Golf Road, in Brookfield.

Register @ https://t.co/jKEVT5gXzx and enter sponsor code: BrookfieldZoo or call 800-Red Cross

@BrookfieldzooIL

[Minnesota Red Cross @mnredcross]

We're grateful for all Red Cross volunteers, including the 15 disaster responders from our Minnesota and Dakotas region, who are supporting relief for people affected by Hurricane Idalia and other recent disasters across the country.

[American Red Cross of Wisconsin @RedCrossWIS]

Red Cross volunteer Joy Cardin deployed to Florida today to help out with relief efforts for Hurricane Idalia. "Volunteering for the Red Cross is good for the soul and the people you are helping. It's a great way to help others and help yourself,” said Joy.

[Red Cross Michigan Region @MIRedCross]

Severe storms ripped through communities across Michigan a few days ago leaving behind debris & thousands without power. Today volunteers Kevin, Franklin and many more were out to offer clean-up kits & water to those who were impacted as a part of our ongoing response ⛑️

[⛑ RedCrossNorthFlorida @RedCrossNFL]

All eyes are on #Idalia and we are ready to help with more than 400 Red Crossers and truckloads of supplies pre-positioned to respond.

Our top priority is working closely with officials and partners to support evacuation shelters for families in harm’s way.

[American Red Cross @RedCross]

The #MauiFires are some of the deadliest U.S. wildfires in recent history. Since the fires began, we've been working w/ our partners to provide evacuated residents & tourists shelter, food, mental health support, & more. Swipe to learn more about our response & ways you can helpThe #MauiFires are some of the deadliest U.S. wildfires in recent history. Since the fires began, we've been working w/ our partners to provide evacuated residents & tourists shelter, food, mental health support, & more. Swipe to learn more about our response & ways you can helpThe #MauiFires are some of the deadliest U.S. wildfires in recent history. Since the fires began, we've been working w/ our partners to provide evacuated residents & tourists shelter, food, mental health support, & more. Swipe to learn more about our response & ways you can helpThe #MauiFires are some of the deadliest U.S. wildfires in recent history. Since the fires began, we've been working w/ our partners to provide evacuated residents & tourists shelter, food, mental health support, & more. Swipe to learn more about our response & ways you can helpThe #MauiFires are some of the deadliest U.S. wildfires in recent history. Since the fires began, we've been working w/ our partners to provide evacuated residents & tourists shelter, food, mental health support, & more. Swipe to learn more about our response & ways you can help.

[American Red Cross (Indiana Region) @indianaRedCross]

Red Cross Disaster volunteers are a crucial part of the organization. These volunteers step up in times of disaster to assist in relief efforts, both locally and nationally. To learn more about how you can join this amazing network of volunteers, visit https://t.co/RxWigZNkVU.

[Iowa Red Cross @IowaRedCross]

Volunteer Position of the Week: Visual Storyteller

We're searching for volunteers to help us tell Red Cross stories through video creation. If you enjoy shooting video on your phone or with professional equipment, visit https://t.co/6Neo2QWgeN. #volunteer

[American Red Cross of Wisconsin @RedCrossWIS]

The American Red Cross wants you to enjoy a fun-packed, safe 4th of July and offers these tips you can follow during the upcoming holiday: https://t.co/cDvD2Hz7je

[Red Cross Dakotas @RedCrossDakotas]

The Red Cross has opened a shelter at the Spearfish High School, 1725 N Main St., for people affected by flash flooding in Spearfish, SD. The shelter provides a safe place to stay, food, disaster health services and emotional support. All are welcome. https://t.co/51o692Ll1o

[American Red Cross @RedCross]

Venus Jones is on a mission to train people to save lives. 💪🏾

As a Red Cross instructor, she teaches a range of courses like Wilderness and Remote First Aid, Emergency Medical Responders, Basic Life Support and Babysitting for Instructors.

Her goal is to ensure her students are prepared and equipped with the skills necessary to respond to any emergency if one occurs.

We’re grateful for instructors like her. 💛

[Minnesota Red Cross @mnredcross]

Thanks to volunteers across our Minnesota and Dakotas region for supporting relief efforts for people affected by flooding in Spearfish!

[American Red Cross (Indiana Region) @indianaRedCross]

#RedCross volunteers were out in Johnson County Monday afternoon surveying damage caused by severe weather that hit our area on Sunday. If you or someone you know needs assistance after a local disaster or home fire, please call 1-800-Red Cross (800-733-2767).

[Red Cross Michigan Region @MIRedCross]

Our sickle cell blood account manager DeAndra Smith has a Call to Action on World Sickle Cell Day.

#WorldSickleCellDay #GiveBlood