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1. What does the local Red cross do besides blood mobiles?
The Southern
Alleghenies Chapter responds to every house fire in the counties we
serve, offering support to the fire victims and emergency
responders. Fire victims may receive overnight accommodations in
local motels and vouchers for food, clothing, medications and other
emergency essentials, all paid for by the Red Cross. Emergency
responders receive hot and cold beverages and nourishing snacks while on
the disaster scene. The Red Cross is a leader in disaster
preparedness education and training, offering classes in CPR/AED, First
Aid, Emergency Response, Babysitting, Water Safety and Lifeguarding,
Wilderness Training, and Family and Business Emergency Planning. We
are also a major link between local family members and military service
members stationed around the world, assisting with emergency
communications and financial support.
2. Where does the money come from to pay for the services you
provide locally?
The Red Cross relies on public support from
individuals, businesses, organizations, and foundations to meet public
needs. Just as the local community relies on the Red Cross to aid them
when they are most vulnerable, the Red Cross looks for the support of the
community to assist those who have local needs.
4. What is the most common misconception about the Red Cross?
Because the Red Cross is a
congressionally chartered organization, it is assumed that we receive
government funding to provide services. The Red Cross is a private
organization with public responsibilities, but does not receive financial
support from the government.
5. How can someone help the local Red Cross?
There are so many ways you can
help! Contact our office by phone or email or stop in to see the variety
of opportunities for involvement. Whether you choose to become a
volunteer, a donor or a supporter, there is a place for you at the Red
Cross. We invite you to get to know us, and find out what you can do to
help us make all the counties we serve safer, stronger, more resilient
places to live.
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