August Updates from the American Red Cross

Your August Crossnotes is here! Having trouble viewing this message? [Click Here]( [American Red Cross]( August 2024 [DONATE]( [Crossnotes]( [American Red Cross emergency response vehicle travels through a heavily damaged neighborhood of Rolling Fork, MS, 2023]( The Red Cross is responding to nearly twice as many large disasters as we did a decade ago to help families and communities struggling with more frequent and intense disasters. Just this week, Hurricane Debby made landfall in Florida as a high-end category 1 storm, bringing a month’s worth of rainfall, hurricane force winds, flash flooding and tornadoes across the state. As the storm progresses, historic and catastrophic levels of rain are expected in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina. Disasters like these can bring the darkest day of someone’s life. But the Red Cross is committed to being there with the supplies, shelter and compassion that can make all the difference — and it’s all thanks to caring people like you. [Please, rush an emergency donation today to help families affected by Hurricane Debby.]( [GIVE NOW]( [American Red Cross]( Join the Mission, Save Lives! [JOIN TODAY]( In the US, the Red Cross needs to collect about 12,000 blood donations and 3,000 platelet donations daily to support hospital patients. Picture the incredible impact you can make each day as a volunteer, touching hearts and saving lives throughout the year. Offer hope through the gift of volunteering. By becoming a Blood Donor Ambassador, you can ensure that every blood donor has a positive experience from the moment they arrive at the blood drive to the moment they leave. Join us and be an integral part of the lifesaving mission of the Red Cross as a Blood Donor Ambassador. [Give blood by August 31 and receive a $20 Amazon gift card]( Big Gift for a Big Need! [SCHEDULE NOW]( The American Red Cross is facing an emergency blood shortage and urges people to make an appointment to give now to help patients across the country receive lifesaving medical treatments. For many patients receiving urgent medical care, the need for blood doesn’t take a summer vacation. That’s why we need blood donors like you! As thanks, you’ll get a $20 Amazon.com Gift Card** by email when you come to give blood by August 31!* You can do one last big thing this summer: [Give Blood.]( [Learn more about sustainability at the Red Cross]( How the Red Cross is Reducing Its Environmental Footprint [READ MORE]( Since announcing its [climate crisis plan]( exactly one year ago, the American Red Cross has been working to shed light on the devastating impacts of increasing disasters and the steps being taken to reduce the organizaiton’s environmental impact on the planet. In a recent live chat with Red Cross Chief Sustainability Officer Noel Anderson, he shared why sustainability is important to the Red Cross and revealed the various ways we’re currently reducing our waste, water usage and emissions across the country. [Click here to read more about this interview.]( [Order your first aid kits today with a special 10% discount]( Preparedness and Back-to-School Kit Discounts [BUY NOW]( We appreciate your support of our mission. Enjoy these special 10% discount offers through August 31 with our thanks. Preparing for back-to-school? [Order your first aid kit today with code SCHOOL0824.]( September is National Preparedness Month. [Get ready now for emergencies with code PREPARE0824.]( [National Collegiate Assembly, Hawaii Chapter]( Celebrating International Youth Day [LEARN MORE]( On August 12, countries across the globe recognize International Youth Day, a time to celebrate the potential of the younger generations and all that they have to offer the world. At the American Red Cross, it’s never too early to get involved in our lifesaving mission as a Youth Ambassador or a Youth Volunteer, by joining a Red Cross club, or by simply subscribing to our national newsletter, YouthWire. [Learn more about all the opportunities available to people from kindergarten through 12th grade with the Red Cross!]( [Receive a free Red Cross tote bag with a monthly donation]( Become a Red Cross Champion with a Monthly Donation [GIVE MONTHLY]( “I give to the Red Cross monthly because they provide vital help and services to people in need. We live in a world where tragedies and disasters do occur and people’s lives are impacted. I am honored to have the opportunity to be able to help the Red Cross do what they do to deliver relief and be there for those in need.” – Stephen D., Red Cross Champion We are so thankful for our community of supporters! [You can become a Red Cross Champion today by starting a monthly gift and as a thank you we will send you a FREE Red Cross tote bag.]( [Thank you to our Sponsor]( Neiman Marcus Supports the Red Cross Sharing thanks for our partnership with Neiman Marcus and Neiman Marcus Last Call, helping us ensure community resiliency in the face of disasters and climate-driven crises. From August 1 - October 14, 2024, customers can donate to the American Red Cross at the register and online at NeimanMarcus and learn more about the impact of donations and the long-term support of the Neiman Marcus Foundation. [KIA, Movement that inspires] Universal Supports Red Cross Disaster Relief Thank you, Universal Pictures for partnering with the American Red Cross to help people affected by disasters! Movie lovers who attend or watch the Twisters movie can donate to help support our disaster response via [redcross.org/twisters.]( [Red Cross Apps]( Get access to decades of Red Cross knowledge at your fingertips! [Download our FREE mobile apps]( today and get the tools and preparedness information that you need. Available on [App Store®]( or [Google Play™](. [Apple Store]( [Google Play]( Get more of the latest Red Cross news - [Preparing the Rockaways for New Climate Norms]( - [A Stepping Stone From Servicemember to Civilian]( - [From Red Cross to RN, with Decades of Perseverance]( [Cliff Holtz, American Red Cross President and CEO] This time of year, the back-to-school season arrives with new opportunities and challenges for the whole family. As the focus for many people turns from summer to the school year ahead, the American Red Cross encourages you to discuss staying safe with your loved ones. Just reminding a child to always wear a seat belt or look both ways when crossing the street on their way to school can make a real difference. And when a disaster strikes, the Red Cross will be there with the support to keep children and their families safe and secure — including shelter, a warm meal and a comforting shoulder to lean on after a challenging day. The generosity of friends like you ensures we are ready to answer the call, when and where we’re needed most. [If you’re able, please consider donating to help power our disaster relief and response efforts from coast to coast.]( Your gift today will bring hope and strength to a family during their moment of need. 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