It has been a busy few weeks around the state as wildfires have taken full advantage of the dry conditions, moving swiftly and placing communities in danger. In the Capital Region, the Rim Fire in Tuolumne County and the Clover Fire in Shasta/Tehama Counties have threatened homes and led to the opening of Red Cross evacuation shelters. Continue reading When Disaster Strikes, Volunteers are Ready to Help
For more than two weeks the Rim Fire has raged through the wooded terrain of Tuolumne County, fast becoming one of the largest wildfires in California history (as of this writing, the fire is the 4th largest recorded in California). The fire has ravaged the landscape, and sent smoke as far north as Canada. Continue reading Community Gives Back to Support Neighbors Impacted by Rim Fire
As firefighters from around the state continue to battle the rapidly expanding Rim Fire in Tuolumne County, volunteers with the American Red Cross Capital Region are working hard to meet the needs of evacuated residents. Since Tuesday, Red Cross volunteers have been operating an evacuation shelter in the Manzanita Building at the Sonora Fairgrounds – 220 Southgate Drive in Sonora – where there has been a steady increase in residents as evacuation orders continue to expand. Continue reading Red Cross Prepares for more Evacuations as Rim Fire Continues to Burn
September is less than two weeks away and the American Red Cross Capital Region Chapter has some big things lined up! Don’t miss out on these great events, all supporting local Red Cross disaster response and Red Cross Service to the Armed Forces!
Second Annual Red Cross 9/11 Memorial Golf Classic
Join the Red Cross Capital Region Chapter on Friday, September 6th at Rancho Murieta Country Club for our Second Annual 9/11 Memorial Golf Classic! Enjoy a great day playing one of Rancho Murieta’s TWO beautiful championship golf courses then join us afterward for dinner, live auction and more with a number of special guests. Continue reading Upcoming Events in the Capital Region – DON’T MISS OUT!
~Donations Going to American Red Cross and Salvation Army for Oklahoma Victims~
On Monday, August 12, 2013, Raley’s Family of Fine Stores announced that $74,220.44 was raised in just four weeks through its Food For Families collection boxes that were designated for the Oklahoma Tornado Relief effort during the month of June. Continue reading Raley’s Customers Contribute more than $74,000 to Tornado Relief Effort
Local non-profit leaders and community stakeholders are invited to attend a FREE “Lunch and Learn” workshop on Friday, September 6. This event, facilitated by the American Red Cross Capital Region, is directed toward community based organizations and aims to enhance their preparedness capacity for times of emergencies. Continue reading Emergency Preparedness & Building Community Resiliency Workshop
After an extensive search, the American Red Cross Capital Region has announced Kathleen Weis as its new Regional Chief Executive Officer, effective August 6. Weis has served as Interim CEO since March of this year and had been serving as Chief Operating Officer for the Region since 2010.
“It is a tremendous honor to represent the American Red Cross and to lead this team of dedicated staff and volunteers,” said Weis. “The Capital Region has a long and proud history of supporting those impacted by disaster, both in our local communities, across the nation, and around the world. I look forward to continuing in that tradition of excellence, representing the humanitarian mission of the Red Cross and continuing to build a region which sets the standard for delivery of Red Cross services.” Continue reading Kathleen Weis Appointed Chief Executive Officer of American Red Cross Capital Region
It happens all the time. You’re not sure what you want to do with something, but you know you don’t want to throw it away. So instead you put it in a box and hide it somewhere out of the way thinking that eventually you will come back to it. But deep in your heart, you probably know you’re never going to see that something again until you have to pack up and move. Continue reading Woodland Uncovers Red Cross Time Capsule
Well, the mild weather was nice while it lasted. Delta breezes, comfortable evenings where you’re not sweating while standing still. Maybe you even took a walk through the neighborhood without feeling you might spontaneously burst into flames at any moment.
Those were the days. Continue reading Hot Enough for Ya?
It may be hard to believe, but September is right around the corner! We’re getting really excited here in the Capital Region because that means we’re only a short time away from our 2nd Annual 9/11 Memorial Golf Classic, set for Friday, September 6 at Rancho Murieta Country Club!
The Memorial Golf Classic is a great chance to spend a fun day out on the course with your friends and colleagues – Rancho Murieta offers TWO championship courses for this event! This is also a day to pay tribute to those who lost their lives to the 9/11 tragedies and honor the first responders that rushed in to help and those who work to protect our communities each and every day. Continue reading 9/11 Memorial Golf Classic – Coming September 6th!
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