In Case You Missed It

#LIRedCross volunteers assisted residents after a fire in a Roslyn Heights apartment complex. (Photo: Vivian Moy)

From Nov 4-10, the Red Cross in Greater New York provided emergency assistance to 102 adults and 29 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 the anniversary of the November 2018 Camp Fire that destroyed the small California town of Paradise, we shared our special two-part podcast episode devoted to remembering one of the deadliest wildfires in California history.
• The Staten Island Advance reported on the Red Cross assisting two residents after a fire on Token Street last Wednesday.
• Last Tuesday, #LIRedCross volunteers took care of some grateful residents and their pets in the aftermath of a fire in their #RoslynHeights apt complex.
• Senator Patricia Canzoneri Fitzpatrick is helping the Red Cross “Sound the Alarm” about home fires with this PSA.
• The Norwood News reported on the Red Cross assisting 4 families after a fire on Sedgwick Ave in the Bronx.
• The Queens Chronicle reported on Tuesday that the American Red Cross responded to a fatal fire in Jamaica the previous weekend.

Upcoming Events and Opportunities

• JOIN OUR TEAM! We have an opening on our development team for a new Regional Director of Development, Individual and Foundation Partnerships. This role leads the team responsible for increasing the American Red Cross’s capacity for engaging with major donors and foundation partners throughout the GNY Region.
• Nov 12: Extraordinary women who served our country and our local communities will be honored at an annual “Women of Service for America” tribute ceremony at the NYC Women’s Veterans Grove in Central Park on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 11am. The event will be livestreamed on Facebook Live.
• Nov 14: Get hyped with this sizzle reel for the upcoming Long Island Heroes Celebration where we will be honoring Jon Ledecky, co-owner of the New York Islanders, Global Industrial Company and Good Samaritan heroes Anthony Lagos and Kevin J. Losee.
• The Long Island Heroes Celebration silent auction is open!! Place your bids for exciting activities, trips, capes and more!!

In Case You Missed It

Congrats to David Jones and the rest of Team Red Cross for running the
TCS NYC Marathon to benefit the lifesaving mission of the Red Cross.

From Oct 28-Nov 3, the Red Cross in Greater New York provided emergency assistance to 191 adults and 44 children following 45 local disasters. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)

Last Week in Review

• Over the weekend, as we “fall back” for daylight savings time, we reminded everyone to test their smoke alarms and get a jump on seasonal safety tips.
• Congrats to Team Red Cross for running the TCS NYC Marathon to benefit the lifesaving mission of the Red Cross!
• Last Friday, CBS2, PIX11, FOX5 and amNY, reported on the Red Cross opening a reception center and assisting 34 families after a 6-alarm fire in Harlem. Mayor Eric Adams and Congressman Adriano Espaillat encouraged impacted residents to reach out to the Red Cross.
• We’re proud to partner with NYC Administration for Children's Services every year to help trick-or-treaters enjoy Halloween safely. 🎃
• 🎶We’re looking for, looking for, looking for volunteers in healthcare, nurses, shelter workers, kind eyes.🎶
• Our new regional CEO Doreen Howe met with Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson as part of her regional tour to discuss many pressing issues, challenges and opportunities as well as selfless the contributions of our most valuable assets, our incredible volunteers.
• #LongIsland chapter CEO Jose Dominguez recently spoke with Newsday TV regarding home fires. He reminded everyone to test their smoke alarm monthly to help keep their family safe.
• National Red Cross featured the story of our own local Sickel Cell Warrior, Ashely Flowers, to help raise awareness on the importance of donating blood to uplift those with Sickel cell disease.

Upcoming Events and Opportunities

• We are looking for volunteers in the following roles: 
• Mass Care Team Member, Emergency Response Vehicle Driver (NYC)
• Disaster Action Team Specialist (NYC) OVERNIGHT SHIFTS PRIORITY
• Disaster Health Services Team Member (NYC) Certified Professionals Only
• Disaster Mental Health Team Member - Licensed Certified Professionals Only
• Disaster Services: Spiritual Care Volunteer - Certified Professionals Only
• Video Editor
• VHS Historical Video Digitizer (NYC)
• Nov 14: Get hyped with this sizzle reel for the upcoming Long Island Heroes Celebration where we will be honoring Jon Ledecky, co-owner of the New York Islanders and good Samaritan heroes Anthony Lagos and Kevin J. Losee