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Assemblymember Manny De Los Santos teamed up with the Red Cross and FDNY
to install free smoke alarms in Manhattan homes.

From September 1–7, the Red Cross in Greater New York provided emergency assistance to 118 adults and 36 children following 40 local disasters. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)

Last Week in Review

• Last Saturday, the Red Cross teamed up with Assemblyman Manny De Los Santos and the FDNY to install free smoke alarms in Upper Manhattan homes as part of the start of the Get Alarmed NYC program.
• Earlier in the week, Assemblyman De Los Santos also promoted the Get Alarmed NYC event with this PSA in both English and Spanish.
• Actress Sarah Zinsser shows that donating blood doesn't need to be dramatic 🎭 (but can be a little silly) in this viral short video.
• Last Friday, Metro NY North CEO, Stephanie Dunn Ashley and our Government Relations team caught up with Port Chester Village Manager Stuart L. Rabin to discuss our mission work and how we can better align with our partners to deliver vital services during the most critical and dire times.
• Thank you to Governor Kathy Hochul for proclaiming last Thursday as National Blood Donation Day.
• Last Wednesday, Newsday reported on the Red Cross helping 5 residents after a fire in Hempstead (Nassau County).
• This video reel highlighted the Red Cross helping 27 adults and 2 children with emergency aid after a fire on E 95th Street in the Upper East Side of Manhattan on August 15.
• Last Tuesday, News12 reported on the Red Cross helping 2 residents after a fire on Sterling Place in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn.
• News12 also reported on the Red Cross helping 2 families after a fire on Vanderbilt Avenue in Island Park (Nassau County).
• Meet T'Sean Laws, one of our incredible #TeamRedCross runners for the 2025 #TCSNYCMarathon! You can support him here.
• Get prepared for emergencies with these safety tips for National Preparedness Month.

Upcoming Events and Opportunities

• Sep 10: SAF - Montrose (Westchester) VA CLC MUSIC FESTIVAL Recreation Therapy Service Assistance Requested.*
• Sep 11: 9/11 Memorial support in Greenwich, St. Albans, Staten Island*
• Sep 13: Get hands-on experience as a shelter worker in a no-fault learning environment of In-Person MNYN Shelter Simulation.*
• Sep 13: Join us for a fun and informative Pets and Service Animals Fair in Madison Square Park with expert tips, Go Bag demos, emergency planning, dog licensing, adoption info, free gear, and more.
• Join us for tabletop exercises! These discussion-based simulations ask participants to analyze and describe their actions in a disaster scenario and are open to Red Crossers of all experience levels. There will be one exercise in each chapter: NYC (9/17 from 6p-9p, register here), Long Island (9/18 from 6p-9p, register here), and Metro NY North (9/25 from 6p-9p, register here).*
  

    * For Red Cross volunteers with Volunteer Connection accounts.

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The Red Cross provided home fire safety information alongside Council Member Carmen De La Rosa
 (Photo Credit: X account of CM Carmen De La Rosa)

From August 25 – 31, the Red Cross in Greater New York provided emergency assistance to 98 adults and 27 children following 30 local disasters. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)

 
Last Week in Review

• Last Sunday, we provided preparedness information for disasters big and small to families at the Brentwood Salsa Festival.
• The #RedCross showcased its Yankees Community Service Award, displayed in the Disaster Responder area on #ThankfulThursday.
• Council Member Carmen De La Rosa thanked the Red Cross and other partners for participating in a two-day back-to-school giveaway event.
• We posted a #TBT video of a back-to-school safety challenge, created in 1994, in collaboration with FEMA and the Red Cross.
• Maria talks about her deployment experience building connections with migrant children in Midland, TX in this viral short video.
• Pacific Palisades wildfire survivor Missy Romoff #SlayedTheDayAway by inspiring others to be resilient while training for Team #RedCross at the #TCSNYCMarathon.
• Jaime explains how he rizzed up a girl by donating blood.
• Last Tuesday, LongIsland.com, Syosset Advance, Patch, the Long Island Press, Long Island Life, Newsday, and the Daily Voice reported on the #LIRedCross providing emergency assistance to 19 adults and 6 children after a fire in Woodbury (Nassau County).
• Also on Tuesday, News12 reported on the Red Cross providing temporary lodging to a resident after a fire in the Sheepshead Bay section of Brooklyn.
• We posted a viral short showcasing Red Cross efforts in assisting 4 families after a fire in Crotona Park East, the Bronx.
• We collaborated with Assemblymen Manny De Los Santos and Jordan J.G. Wright to produce an upcoming PSA on helping their constituents get free smoke alarms with the Get Alarmed NYC program.

Upcoming Events and Opportunities

• In celebration of the 75th anniversary of PEANUTS®, come to give blood Aug. 29-Sept. 21 for an exclusive Red Cross x PEANUTS mystery bag with 1 of 4 special T-shirt designs, while they last. Open the bag to reveal which iconic design is yours! Book now: https://rcblood.org/43ZR8Av
• Get Alarmed – Manhattan (September 6): The Home Fire Campaign & FDNY are working together to host monthly “Mega Installation” events, starting in Upper Manhattan. Drivers, Educators/Documenters, Installers and Mass Care are all needed. Sign up through Volunteer Connection here.
• Sep 13: Join us for a fun and informative Pets and Service Animals Fair in Madison Square Park with expert tips, Go Bag demos, emergency planning, dog licensing, adoption info, free gear, and more.

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Red Cross providing fire safety information at the Comunidad Latinx Back to School event.

From August 18 – 24, the Red Cross in Greater New York provided emergency assistance to 114 adults and 18 children following 37 local disasters. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)

Last Week in Review

• Last Night, the Red Cross assisted displaced tenants after a 2-alarm fire in the Highbridge section of the Bronx, as per News12.
• Yesterday, News12 reported on the Red Cross providing temporary lodging to 9 households in the Bensonhurst section of Brooklyn.
• Also yesterday, the #LIRedCross distributed water at the Heather's Helper's 5K in Islip Terrace (Suffolk County).
• On Sunday, #MNYNRedCross shared important disaster preparedness information with families at the Ossining Back to School Festival.
• On Saturday, Daily Voice and Long Island Life & Politics reported on #LIRedCross providing emergency assistance to 2 adults and their pets in East Rockaway (Nassau County).
• Over the weekend, Pedro the Penguin shared information about volunteer opportunities at La Jornada Back-to-School event
• Last Wednesday, Patch, LongIsland.com, the Long Island Herald, and Long Island Life & Politics reported on the Red Cross providing emergency assistance to displaced residents after a house fire in Bellmore (Nassau County).
• On Wednesday, we provided school supplies and free smoke alarms at the Comunidad Latinx Back-to-School event.
• We shared girlboss Kelly’s story about her dad being saved by someone who knew CPR as she trains to run with Team Red Cross at the #TCSNYCMarathon.
• Last Tuesday, we celebrated World Humanitarian Day by displaying a collection of vests from various international Red Cross societies — which are now hanging in our GNY HQ.
• Mike, a mass care leader, tells the story of how he was able to build relationships in the Red Cross to make the work easier.
• We shared about a Red Cross response to a June 30 fire on Fteley Avenue in the Bronx, assisting 24 residents, in this viral short.
• First-time donor Francis let his intrusive thoughts win and did not regret it.

Upcoming Events and Opportunities

• We’re Hiring: The Red Cross is looking for a qualified Maintenance Tech III to support building management for each of our Greater New York Sites. We are considering both external and internal applicants.
• In celebration of the 75th anniversary of PEANUTS®, come to give blood Aug. 29-Sept. 21 for an exclusive Red Cross x PEANUTS mystery bag with 1 of 4 special T-shirt designs, while they last. Open the bag to reveal which iconic design is yours! Book now: https://rcblood.org/43ZR8Av
• Get Alarmed – Manhattan (September 6): The Home Fire Campaign & FDNY are working together to host monthly “Mega Installation” events, starting in Upper Manhattan. Drivers, Educators/Documenters, Installers and Mass Care are all needed. Sign up through Volunteer Connection here.

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The Red Cross shared important safety tips with students at the Univision Contigo in Queens.

From August 11 – 17, the Red Cross in Greater New York provided emergency assistance to 177 adults and 47 children following 42 local disasters. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)

Last Week in Review

• Over the weekend, #MNYN Red Crossers Marty and Nick helped distribute fire safety information at the Monsey Fire District Safety Day event alongside Assemblyman Aron Wieder.
• Last Friday, CBS2, NBC News, NY1, and The Bronx Daily reported on the Red Cross assisting families after a fire in the Upper East Side neighborhood of Manhattan.
• CBS2, amNY, and News12 also reported on the Red Cross providing emergency assistance to nine households in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn on Friday.
• We shared CPR, health, and disaster preparedness information at the Black Health Matters Health Summit & Expo.
• Early last Monday, News12 and CBS2 reported on the Red Cross providing temporary lodging to four families after a fire in Crotona Park East in the Bronx.
• Noah Ives, producer of the Barstool Sports podcast “Chicks in the Office,” overcame his fear to check off donating blood on his 30 before 30 bucket list.
• The BBC published a retrospective on how the 2003 Northeast Blackout impacted New Yorkers and included several quotes from our 2021 "Disasters Untold" podcast episode; we also shared a #TBT video of the memorable disaster.
• On Tuesday, the Red Cross shared safety tips with students, and registered families for free fire safety visits, at Univision Contigo in Queens.
• We shared the story of blood-donating power couple, Joy and Romulo, in this YouTube short.
• Additionally last week, Newsday and Long Island Life & Politics reported on the Red Cross assisting families after a fire in Baldwin, Nassau County.

Upcoming Events and Opportunities

• We’re Hiring: The Red Cross is looking for a qualified Maintenance Tech III to support building management for each of our Greater New York Sites. We are considering both external and internal applicants.
• Get fired up to help save lives: Give blood! In August, we're performing free A1C testing, commonly used to screen for prediabetes & diabetes, on successful donations. (1 test result in a 12-month period; don't fast.) Help save lives & empower your health: https://rcblood.org/43ZR8Av
• Aug 20: Even War Has Rules is a dynamic discussion on International Humanitarian Law (IHL) and how it governs armed conflict.
• Aug 21: IHL Discussion: Disarmament & the Principles of International Humanitarian Law

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Greater New York Regional CEO Doreen Thomann-Howe celebrates her 1-year anniversary

From August 4 – 10, the Red Cross in Greater New York provided emergency assistance to 121 adults and 52 children following 44 local disasters. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)

Last Week in Review

• On Sunday, CBS2 reported on the Red Cross providing families with temporary lodging after a fire in the Jamaica section of Queens.
• Over the weekend, #HFC volunteers partnered with the FDNY to distribute free smoke alarms across New York City.
• Last Friday, News12 reported on the Red Cross providing emergency assistance to 8 adults and 4 children in Allerton, the Bronx.
• On Thursday, News12 reported on Red Cross in the Flatbush section of Brooklyn providing 7 adults and 4 children with emergency assistance.
• Pedro the Penguin and Red Cross volunteer Alex shared disaster preparedness tips with New Settlement students last week.
• Last Wednesday, we partnered with NY State Senator Bill Weber to install free smoke alarms in Rockland County, NY.
• #LIRedCross volunteers with the Logistics team also did some disaster posture and readiness work.
• Last Tuesday, we celebrated the 1-year anniversary of Greater NY Regional CEO, Doreen Thomann-Howe with this retrospective video.
• We posted a viral reel highlighting the July 6th Red Cross response, assisting 10 people, after a fire on Halsey Street in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn.
• We also showcased how Stephen got #drip after donating blood.

Upcoming Events and Opportunities

• We’re Hiring: The Red Cross is looking for a qualified Maintenance Tech III to support building management for each of our Greater New York Sites. We are considering both external and internal applicants.
• Get fired up to help save lives: Give blood! In August, we're performing free A1C testing, commonly used to screen for prediabetes & diabetes, on successful donations. (1 test result in a 12-month period; don't fast.) Help save lives & empower your health: https://rcblood.org/43ZR8Av
• Aug 12: Prosecuting War Crimes: Enforcement Mechanisms Under IHL webinar
• Aug 14: International Humanitarian Law (IHL) Torture and Armed Conflict In-person lecture
• Aug 14: British Ambassador Peter Mandelson on Trade, Tech, and Transatlantic Relations

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#RedCross volunteers promoted blood donations at the TODAY show's lobby.

From July 28 – August 3, the Red Cross in Greater New York provided emergency assistance to 126 adults and 48 children following 44 local disasters. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)
Last Week in Review

• Last Saturday, #LIRedCross CEO Jose Dominguez represented #RedCrossNY at the 3rd annual Black Authors Festival.
• We shared the #GOATed story of Alexis and the #SoundTheAlarm campaign, installing 222 smoke alarms and protecting 69 households from home fires.
• Last Thursday, Patch and the Greenwich Sentinel reported on the #MNYNRedCross holding its Battle of the Clubs blood donation challenge in Greenwich, CT.
• On International Lifeguard Appreciation Day, we celebrated the amazing story of Brian Maloney and Thomas Turchiano using their #RedCross lifeguard training to help save a life.
• Last week, Rockland Times, Mid-Hudson News, and the Rockland Daily reported on Rockland County holding its Five Towns Challenge, hosted by State Senator Bill Weber, to see which town could collect the most blood donations and have the most first-time donors.
• On Monday, we joined The Today Show show as they featured a segment about the importance of blood donations – with host Craig Melvin making a donation live on the air.
• State Senator Alex Weik shared the dangers of home fires, and urged people to get a free smoke alarm with the #HomeFireCampaign
• Over the week, we posted a viral video on the Red Cross providing emergency housing to 10 families after a fire in Marble Hill.
• Watch how Clara #SlayedTheDayAway by donating blood in this Instagram reel.

Upcoming Events and Opportunities

• We’re Hiring: The Red Cross is looking for a qualified Maintenance Tech III to support building management for each of our Greater New York Sites. We are considering both external and internal applicants.
• Help: Summer challenges can quickly cause blood & platelet reserves to drop. We're urging all donors to give blood or platelets now to keep the blood supply strong this summer. Type O blood is most needed right now. You can help! Book an appointment ASAP: https://rcblood.org/appt

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The Red Cross met with Assemblyman Micah Lasher to enhance emergency preparedness. (Photo: John Waldman)

From July 21 – July 27, the Red Cross in Greater New York provided emergency assistance to 124 adults and 40 children following 41 local disasters. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)
Last Week in Review

• On Sunday, ABC7, News12, Daily Voice, Mid-Hudson News, Patch, Lohud, and Monsey Scoop reported on the #MNYNRedCross assisting displaced residents after a fire in Nyack in Rockland County.
• Last Wednesday, the Red Cross met with Assemblyman Micah Lasher to discuss how to enhance emergency preparedness in his Manhattan district.
• The Norwood News reported on the Red Cross assisting three adults and one child with emergency assistance after a fire in the Norwood section of the Bronx last week.
• The Queens Chronicle reported on the Red Cross providing temporary lodging to two adults after a fire in Cambria Heights, Queens last week. 
• Our wonderful partners, Hudson Valley Paws for a Cause, shared information about service dogs with National Guardsmen and Reservists at the DOD Yellow Ribbon Event at the Marriott Hotel in Tarrytown, NY.
• We posted a viral video of how Ryan pulled #Aura points by donating blood.
• On June 27th, the Red Cross highlighted its efforts in assisting 6 displaced residents after a fire in the Highbridge section of the Bronx.

Upcoming Events and Opportunities

• We’re Hiring: The Red Cross is looking for a qualified Maintenance Tech III to support building management for each of our Greater New York Sites. We are considering both external and internal applicants.
• Help: Summer challenges can quickly cause blood & platelet reserves to drop. We're urging all donors to give blood or platelets now to keep the blood supply strong this summer. Type O blood is most needed right now. You can help! Book an appointment ASAP: https://rcblood.org/appt
• Jul 28 – Aug 1: The Red Cross, in collaboration with State Senator Bill Weber, is hosting a Five Towns Blood Drive challenge in Rockland County.
• Jul 31: Greenwich Battle of the Clubs blood drive will be held in the Greenwich Town Hall Meeting Room.