What to Put in a Hurricane Emergency Kit
In the wake of a hurricane, you may find yourself rushing to prepare for the impending disaster. Unfortunately, you can anticipate the severity of the situation… But you can at least be partially prepared. American Red Cross Disaster Relief Volunteer Dennis Stolpner shares advice on…
You Could Win a Ticket to Graceland for Donating Blood
Yup, you read that title correctly! The American Red Cross is encouraging the public to “be like Elvis” and donate blood for a chance to win a trip to Graceland, Elvis Presley’s famous Memphis home. Dennis Stolpner shares the details: If you like sweepstakes and…
ARC Sound the Alarm Campaign
Sound the Alarm is an American Red Cross campaign established in response to housefires and the families displaced by these tragic events. Focused on prevention, the campaign equips homes across the country with working smoke alarms. Volunteer Dennis Stolpner highlights the importance of the house…
Rare Blood Subtype Donors Needed
The American Red Cross is putting an immediate need request out for rare blood subtypes. In light of National Minority Health Month, ARC is specifically looking for donors of different ethnic groups and backgrounds. Volunteer Dennis Stolpner discusses: Blood transfusions are a critical form of…
Volunteers needed in Heartland for spring severe weather
The Heartland chapter of the American Red Cross has released a statement reminding the residents of Heartland that preparedness is crucial in the wake of spring’s severe storms. Disaster relief volunteer, Dennis Stolpner discusses: Tornados and other natural disasters are anticipated in the Heartland area…
Chevy Responds to Viral Tornado Truck Video
It’s a video clip clicked and viewed around the world. A viral video of a Chevy Silverado holding its own in the midst of a tornado has spun around the world — and Chevrolet is proud to respond! 16-year-old Riley Leon was leaving his job…
The Ball Game Blood Drive
Until 6 PM on March 15, 2022, blood donors of the Padres Spring Blood Drive will receive free early-season Padres tickets. American Red Cross volunteer, Dennis Stolpner discusses: But that’s not all! If you donate blood in the month of March, you will also receive…
ARC Launches New Recruitment Program
The American Red Cross is in desperate need of disaster relief volunteers. To meet the current need, a new recruitment plan is in the works. Disaster Relief Volunteer, Dennis Stolpner discusses the new strategy: Rural areas within Chautauqua County are in immediate need for disaster…
American Red Cross faces worst shortage in 10+ years
Now, more than ever, the American Red Cross needs your help. And that help is needed in the form of blood donations. Volunteer Dennis Stolpner discusses the unfathomable shortage that the ARC is currently enduring: Across the country, the American Red Cross is experiencing the…
January 2022 is National Blood Donor Month
If your New Year’s Resolution is to donate blood, then roll up your sleeve and get ready! Dennis Stolpner discusses this year’s National Blood Donor Month: What better way to start the year than to give blood? After a tumultuous 2020 and 2021, the American…