 The saying ‘seeing red’ has taken on new meaning. From Hartland to Haiti, American Red Cross volunteers are visibly busy, raising funds and providing food, clothing and shelter for those who cannot go home because of a fire, ice storm or earthquake.
March is Red Cross Month. Now is the time to say ‘thank you’ to everyone who has helped their neighbor. Whether you have held a fundraiser, responded in the middle of the night to a house fire or used your first aid skills to save someone’s life, THANK YOU. Thank you for helping the Red Cross prevent, prepare for and respond to disasters down the road, across the country and around the world.
Please don’t stop. Every day, the Red Cross turns compassion into action. Now we need you to spread the word!
It’s simple. Hungry? Take your friends and family out to eat at a local restaurant and learn more about the Red Cross by checking out our placemats, filled with fun facts about the Red Cross. You can find them at:
- Delta, Muskego
- The Peachtree, New Berlin
- Armeli’s, New Berlin
- Layton Terrace, West Allis
- Miss Katie’s, Milwaukee
- Mount Mary, Wauwatosa
- Bublitz’s, Lomira
- Iron Ridge Inn, Iron Ridge
- Buckhorn, Beaver Dam
- Elias Inn, Watertown
- Fiesta Cancun, Oconomowoc
- Kirkland Cross, Pewaukee
- Chartroom, Racine
Spread the word via the worldwide web. With one click, you can become a fan on our facebook page and learn more about the Red Cross---and spread the word to your friends with fun status updates and photos! If tweets are more your style, become a follower at www.twitter.com/redcross.sewi. With just a little less effort, you can sign up to get our enewsletter. By entering your email address in on our subscription page, you can have the latest news and information, delivered to your inbox.
If you need some inspiration to get involved, RSVP for an unforgettable night of recognition at our Brave Hearts: Heroes Among Us event in the Woodlands Ballroom at Potawatomi Bingo and Casino. On Thursday, March 25, join business and community leaders to recognize our heroes: Mayor Tom Barrett, John and Joel Rechlitz and others who will be honored for contributing to the safety and security of our community. Take this opportunity to network with a very special group of heroes.
Even if you are not a Brave Heart, you can still become our Hero. All you have to do is organize a car wash or plan a dress down day at work---any way you want to raise funds for Red Cross work in your community---during the month of May. Get your friends together, ask your neighbors or empower your school. Contact us about being a Hero for the Red Cross.
Not enough? Follow through on your new year’s resolution to get involved in the community. Sign up to provide first aid at community events, respond to home fires in your area and to give presentations about preparing for fires, severe weather and community emergencies.
It’s Red Cross Month, and we are asking you to “See Red.” Turn your compassion into action. Become part of the Red Cross, and ensure that your neighbors can see the Red Cross down the street, across the country and across the world.
The American Red Cross in Southeastern Wisconsin relies on donations of time and money so they can provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies in Dodge, Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Walworth and Waukesha counties. To donate your time, please visit our Volunteer page. Financial donations can be made online through our secure contribution site.You can also support the Red Cross online by becoming a fan on our facebook page and following us on Twitter. |