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SPECIAL EVENTS & HAPPENINGS!!
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The American Red Cross is monitoring the developing situation with this new strain of human swine flu and is in close contact with federal and state officials, including the Center for Disease Control and Prevention and the Department of Homeland Security.
Our priority right now is to educate the public on ways to stay healthy and continue to provide vital disaster relief services.
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NEW!!
Class offered just for restaurants!
The Elkhart County Red Cross has a new class just for Restaurants. A 2009 brochure is available or for more information, contact Deb Moore at 574-293-6519 or debm@elkhartredcross.org |
Welcome Abundant Life Ministries!!
The Elkhart County American Red Cross would like to welcome Abundant Life Minsitries to the FBCI. We are very excited that they are partnering with Elkhart Chapter! They were one of the first to have successfully completed training and are ready to respond by opening and running their facility as a shelter in the event a disaster would ever hit Elkhart County.
Thank you to the Abundant Life Ministries Team!!
You too can become a part of the FBCI community.
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The Elkhart County American Red Cross was called upon Thursday evening to provide assistance to the displaced residents of Overlook Apartments after a huge fire broke out in one of their units. The fire damaged 24 apartments and at first assessment, we were making arrangements to open a shelter. After speaking with the residents, about half of them already had other arrangements and a place to stay. So far, we have provided assistance to 8 families of food, clothing, prescription medication, and 2 nights hotel stay. There are an additional 4 families scheduled to receive assistance yet today. FOX 28 has the detailed story.
We are not a governmental agency and our only source of funding comes from the local community. All donations stay local to help your neighbors, friends, and family members in time of need. If you would like to make a donation to help Elkhart County vicitims of disaster, please click here.
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(photo courtesy of FOX 28)
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The American Red Cross provides relief to victims of disaster and helps people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies.
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Latest News
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Eat at Culver's to Give Back
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Thank you Culver's!!
It was give back night at Culver's on Thursday, March 26th. They donated $714 which was 10% of that days sales back to the Elkhart Red Cross. Plus, they were selling crosses and collecting loose change!!
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NEW! NEW! NEW!
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 The Elkhart County Red Cross Receives Bequest.....At a time when every program and service is being evaluated to determine where cuts should be made, along comes a $32,000 bequest to the chapter from Bristol resident Carolyn Grove, a retired elementary teacher. The bequest will be used to underwrite the costs of coordinating and presenting Basic Aid Training (BAT) which is provided to 4th graders in nearly every Elkhart County Elementary school. Read more........
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 Disney Donate 150,000 Plush Mickeys to Bring Comfort During Disaster Relief!
We are pleased to announce that The Walt Disney World Company, has again stepped up to the plate for the Red Cross. this march, Disney will be providing Michey Mouse plush toys to the Red Cross for distribution to families affected by both national local disasters. Fed Ex Corporation, a committed Red Cross disaster partner, has graciously offered to donate the shipping for this program. In addition, Disney is donating thier staff time and resources to package and ship allotted quantities to individual chapters. The Elkhart County Chapter is pleased to announce that we recieved 144 of these Mickeys for distribution to local fire families! |
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3 FIRES IN 3 DAYS!!
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WOW!! We have responded to 3 separate fires in 3 days starting on Sunday, March 22nd. 5 individuals in Elkhart were devastated when a fire tore through their home due to a possible electrical fire. We provided this family $135 of assistance. On Monday, March 23rd we provided 3 people in Elkhart $425 of assistance for food and clothing. On Tusday, March 24th we provided 6 family members in Elkhart $935 of assistance after a candle fire destroyed their home. The monies went to help replace food and clothing. Residental fires always increase during the winter months and thanks to the donations provided by the community, we were able to provide these families with assistance to help with replacement of food and clothing.
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LASTEST NEWS.....
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WE NEED YOUR HELP!!
Do you have 4-8 hours a week that you can volunteer at The Elkhart Red Cross? We are in desperate need of volunteers!! Volunteers are needed at the front desk to help answer phones, make copies, and general office work. You can pick your own days and times. If you can help, please call Deb Moore at 574-293-6519.
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It is that time again.....Our Annual Community GarageSale!!!
Scheduled dates: May 1st and 2nd 2009
Time: 8am-6pm
Rent your space NOW!!
We have a 2009 flyer available.....
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The American Red Cross of Elkhart County has started a Faith Based Community Initiative (FBCI) which will provide an opportunity for your church or organziation to serve your community in the event of a disaster in Elkhart County. The FBCI will dramatically increase the ability of the Elkhart County Chapter to respond to disasters in our county through partnerships with area congregations and organizations. We need your help! Click on the logo above to get more information about our FBCI program.
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The Elkhart County Red Cross received a grant to help spouses, children, siblings, parents, grandparents or in-laws of all active military personnel. The first 50 family members (ages 12 and up) will be trained in Adult CPR and First Aid FREE OF CHARGE!! The first 25 children (ages 11-15) will be trained in Babysitters Training FREE OF CHARGE (this includes a free back pack and lunch)!!
For more details, please call 574-293-6519 between 8:30 & 4:30 Monday - Friday.
The grant will expire May 31, 2009. All classes must be completed prior to this date.
You must pre-register for either of these of classes.
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