ENDICOTT, NY, November 18, 2008 — The American Red Cross and Pitney Bowes Inc. are teaming up to send holiday cards to members of the military and their families in the United States and around the world. From Tuesday, November 11 until Wednesday, December 10, the public is invited to send holiday cards with their message of thanks and cheer to a special post office box. The Red Cross and Pitney Bowes will then screen cards for hazardous materials, sort and package the cards, and deliver them to military bases, veteran’s hospitals and military hospitals during the holidays. Read details...
Rising to the Call
...to serve others – the Red Cross story through the unforgettable experiences of a local Southern Tier Chapter volunteer.
Read the article by Valerie Zehl in the Press & Sun-Bulletin.
Busy Start to Disaster Season Strains Red Cross
At 2:45 am on Oct 28th, Red Cross volunteers responded to a fire in Sidney Center that severely damaged a home, displacing 9 people who were provided temporary shelter, clothing and groceries. That same night a family of two in Bainbridge, whose home sustained fire damage, received assistance with seasonal clothing and groceries. And, another young woman with a baby lost her home in Mt. Upton. In addition to temporary housing assistance, the Red Cross provided her with food, clothing, infant supplies and as in all cases, referrals to other agencies for more resources. Read more...
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