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? . \ va ^Hk^sHk ^Hl ^H Vi ^H ^B I ^BM B ' 1 ^B j^B Bfl American Red Crow Grady White, was one of twenty-five volunteer* thai provided ice, snacks, and meals for emergency personnel during the RJ Reynolds. Warehouse fire on August 1998. Local volunteers are on-call to respond and assist families after home fires day and night. r Charles Sanders spent two weeks in Fort Dix. New Jersey helping Kosovo refugees. American Red Cross needs vol unteers who would be able to help during major emergencies in the United States. JoAuk Collins, an employee at Wachovia, knows the importance of learning CPR / First Aid. Her 24-year-old son had k seizure. His heart had stopped and wasn't breathing. Ms. Collins began CPR while her husband called for EMS. Since Ms. Collins was able to react she prevent ed her son from irrepara ble brain damage. There are corporate rates avail able for companies that would like to sponsor classes for employees. ?! EMice Martin, RN has given over 89 units of blood since 1952. Every day. 1500 units of blood are needed to keep up with the demand of North Carolina Hospi tals. Each donation can save up to four lives. "\ American Red Cram do? A: The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization, led by volunteers, that provides relief to victims of disaster and helps peo ple prevent, prepare for. and respond to emergencies. It does this through services that are consistent with its congressional charter and the fundamental principles of the - International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. Q: When and how did the Ameri can Red Cms get started in the US.? A: After serving on one of die fust humanitarian missions of the International Committee of the Red Cross, Clara Barton founded the American Association of the Red Cross on May 21. 1881. A volunteer who cared for soldiers during the Civil War. she became deeply committed to assuring that the US. government ratified the Geneva Convention of 1864. She also set a goal to establish an thai would help alleviate human suffering. Q: b the Red Cross a 15. government agency? A: No. The Red Cross is a private, nonprofit human service organization. It functions independently Of government but works closely with the government during times of major crises, particularly in wartime and during major disasters. In 1900, the U.S. Congress chattered the American Red Cross to provide services to . members of the U.S. Armed Forces and to disaster victims at home and I9Q5 charter, the Red Cross continues to provide these, mandatory services. Q: Host is the American Red Crow funded? A: The Red Cross depends on the charitable contributions of the American people. In addition to seeking individual donations, the Red Cross receives fees for some of its services and is a major part ner with the United Way and Com bined Federal Campaign, at s Q: Who are American Red Cross volunteers? A: American Red Cross volunteers come from all walks of life, aces, and backgrounds. Red Cross volunteers assume a . variety of leadership positions within the organization, from the all-volunteer Board of Governors, who set policy for the organization, to the individual who teaches first aid. organizes a community blood drive, or provides comfort to families affected by disaster. Whatevel their volunteer job. their goal is to make their community a better place to live. For mote information on volunteering, call 724-0511 between the hours of 9KI0 am to 5:00 pm, Monday-Friday. Q: How does the Red Cross help me? A: During times of emetgency. the American Red Cross is there for anyone in need regardless of income level. The Red Cross provides needed blood, shelter, and assistance to the Forsyth. Davie, Stokes, and Yadkin * counties. Individuals and groups are able to learn CPR / First Aid and other lifesaving skills. Military person ?, . ?"? and their families can receive certain assistance during times of ^ personal emer gencies. Q: How can I help my bead Red Cram? A: Individuals and groups are invited to participate in lifesaving courses such as CPR and First Aid. donate blood, sponsor a blood drive or a special event, contribute to the local chapter by volunteering time or making financial contributions and support your United Way Campaign. Number of Pints Collected in 1998-1999 15,655 On-site Bloodmobiles 12,184 Triad Blood Center 27,839 Total Pints Collected Providing blood products for up to 111,356 hospitalized patients ? . ' ? _ ' - ? ! Number of Volunteers in 1998-1999 577 Adults 45 Youth 163 New Volunteers Recruited 622 People Filled 3,550 Volunteer Positions Emergency Services Provided in 1998-1999 150 Disaster Cases 125 Meals Served at Disaster Scenes 145 Fire Victims Assisted Financially 459 People Provided With Emergency Services 125 Disaster Trained Volunteers ? ** Provided $76,692.46 of Emergency Assistance Military and Social Services Provided in 1998-1999 0 Assistance With Benefits 641 Counseling in Personal and Family Problems 694 Emergency Messages Sent 7 People Received $14,169 of Financial Assistance 676 Information and Referral 1805 Services Provided to 694 People Number of Enrollees in 1998-1999 1,009 Baby-sitting and Childcare 201 Blood Pressure Screenings 3,932 , CPR ,v * 4,139 First Aid . *" 32 HIV/AIDS Education 5,580 Swimming and Life Guard 14,692 Individuals Taught Life-Saving Skills I by Red Cross Instructors REVENUES Grants Special 2.3% ?,r Events i / 2.3% \ \ / Interest Contributions \ \ // ^ . 8.0% v Blood />? Services^^ 9.9% ^ ? H I mm ? United Way 1,017,309 Products/Services ,, 229,585 ,. ?>.- *? Regional Blood Services Reimbursement 165,266 Contributions 132,458 Special Events * , 38,866 Grants 38,055 Other Income 32,058 Interest Income * 8.926 EXPENDITURES Gen. Mgmt. Volunteer 80?? Services Officers * Chairman Treasurer Gerald T. Finley Gregory Bradsher Vice Chairman Secretary Larry Furr Gay Nell Hutchens Chairman of Volunteer* Sallye Liner Board of Directors Jim Barrett Marc C. Moxley Michael Clements . Rick Pierce Fran Creighton Stephen M. Russell Linda G. Davis ; Maurice (Mo) Rouse Harold R. Holmes Cannon Simpson Manuel Jessup D.K. Smith Carl (Mike) Kimel LeRoy Smith Bill Lowe Henry Stepp Sandra Mitchell Annie Tyson-Jett Mark Moran Carletha W. Ward Honorary Members Henry Allen, Jr. Harold Koach t Penni Bradshaw John Lynch C.L. Cammack J. Michael Pryor John Clark Lawrence Reid Germaine Culbertson Arthur Steere Ray Dempsey Stuart Vaughn Douglas Dillard Jack White Murray Greason, Jr. Meade Willis G.W. Holden Calder Womble 'H . V? - * s ? ? _ . _ Health & Safety > 365,006 Blood Services 292,389 Disaster/Armed Forces Emergency- Services 260,627. Fund Raising / Public Relations 211,478 American National Red Cross 204,206 Volunteer Services .. 171,737 General Management 130.221 Total $1,635,664 Excesss Revenues Over Expenditures $26,859 Yes, / want more information on the NWNC Chapter of the American Red Cross: Please mail to: ? Volunteering and/or ? Making a financial donation. American RedPCross 690 Coliseum Drive Please tell me more about: ? Blood Services ? Health Services Winston-Salem, NC 27106 U Planned Giving ? Emergency Services ? Volunteer Services or call: (336)724-0511 Name Phone Address . City State Zip \ ' ? + American Red Cross Help Can't Wait The programs and services of the Northwest North Carolina Chapter are made possible by the volunteer and financial support of the Ameri can people. The Northwest North Carolina Chapter is a United Way member agency and is grateful for the financial support generated by the United Way campaign. Please Remember to include the NWNC Chapter of the American Red Cross in your will.
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