Articles related to "American Red Cross"
Financial Planning for Disasters
Money issues often overlooked in the rush to escape harm, but cash, insurance and even identification can be crucial in the aftermath of the disasters.
financial planning for disasters • money issues • financial preparations • hurricanes tornadoes flooding earthquakes • american red cross
Money issues often overlooked in the rush to escape harm, but cash, insurance and even identification can be crucial in the aftermath of the disasters.
financial planning for disasters • money issues • financial preparations • hurricanes tornadoes flooding earthquakes • american red cross
Donate Blood and Save a Life
Blood is a substance so precious that it cannot be fabricated despite all our technology and wealth. Donors are the only source of America's supply.
blood • blood donors • gift of life • save a life • american red cross
Blood is a substance so precious that it cannot be fabricated despite all our technology and wealth. Donors are the only source of America's supply.
blood • blood donors • gift of life • save a life • american red cross
IRL Goes the Extra Mile
The IRL and its teams, drivers, owners and fans contributed a large amount of money to the victims of the September 11th tragedy. Find out more.
irl • indy racing league • september 11th • contributions • red cross
The IRL and its teams, drivers, owners and fans contributed a large amount of money to the victims of the September 11th tragedy. Find out more.
irl • indy racing league • september 11th • contributions • red cross
Swimming Pool Heater Basics
When the weather gets cold, installing an in-ground or above ground swimming pool heater allows continued recreational and lap swimming. Choose solar, gas, or heat pump.
swimming pool heater • recreational and lap swimming • solar collectors • natural gas and propane-fired models • gas utility bills
When the weather gets cold, installing an in-ground or above ground swimming pool heater allows continued recreational and lap swimming. Choose solar, gas, or heat pump.
swimming pool heater • recreational and lap swimming • solar collectors • natural gas and propane-fired models • gas utility bills
Clara Barton, Female Humanitarian
Clara Barton was born in 1821.Though she is remembered as the founder of the American Red Cross, it was during the US Civil War that her humanitarian work began.
clara barton • female pioneers of us civil war • us civil war relief work • medical treatment of us civil war soldiers • founding of american red cross
Clara Barton was born in 1821.Though she is remembered as the founder of the American Red Cross, it was during the US Civil War that her humanitarian work began.
clara barton • female pioneers of us civil war • us civil war relief work • medical treatment of us civil war soldiers • founding of american red cross
How to Send Holiday Wishes to Soldiers
Operation Homefront, the American Cross and Nebraska Senator Ben Nelson are just a few of the avenues to take in bringing holiday messages to military families.
holiday wishes for soldiers • operation homefront • american red cross • nebraska senator ben nelson • military family holiday support
Operation Homefront, the American Cross and Nebraska Senator Ben Nelson are just a few of the avenues to take in bringing holiday messages to military families.
holiday wishes for soldiers • operation homefront • american red cross • nebraska senator ben nelson • military family holiday support
America the Beautiful
CD to be released by Elvis Presley Enterprises to benefit the Red Cross
elvis • presley • singer • songs • cds
CD to be released by Elvis Presley Enterprises to benefit the Red Cross
elvis • presley • singer • songs • cds
Clara Barton
Clara Barton's efforts during the Civil War saved countless lives. She then went on to locate remains of thousands of men and later formed the Red Cross.
clara barton • civil war nurse • american red cross • republican • fairfax station
Clara Barton's efforts during the Civil War saved countless lives. She then went on to locate remains of thousands of men and later formed the Red Cross.
clara barton • civil war nurse • american red cross • republican • fairfax station
Disaster Clean Up
Recent hurricanes have created havok around the USA. This article covers some basics of cleaning up after hurricane, flood or other disaster.
hurricane • flood • disaster • clean up • tornado
Recent hurricanes have created havok around the USA. This article covers some basics of cleaning up after hurricane, flood or other disaster.
hurricane • flood • disaster • clean up • tornado
Hoover's Road to the White House
Herbert Hoover's first foray into politics came when President Harding named him Commerce Secretary in 1920. It was from here that the road to the White House was paved.
herbert hoover • secretary of commerce • commerce department • presidential nomination • presidential election of 1928
Herbert Hoover's first foray into politics came when President Harding named him Commerce Secretary in 1920. It was from here that the road to the White House was paved.
herbert hoover • secretary of commerce • commerce department • presidential nomination • presidential election of 1928
Hurricane Evacuation – Staying in Local Shelters
Hurricane shelters accept evacuees before and after the storm has passed. Bring clothes, bedding, food, and personal items. Space is limited and pets are not allowed.
hurricane evacuation • staying in hurricane shelters • permitted hurricane shelter supplies • prepare for crowded conditions in hurricane shelte • hurricane shelter evacuees
Hurricane shelters accept evacuees before and after the storm has passed. Bring clothes, bedding, food, and personal items. Space is limited and pets are not allowed.
hurricane evacuation • staying in hurricane shelters • permitted hurricane shelter supplies • prepare for crowded conditions in hurricane shelte • hurricane shelter evacuees
Live Messenger's i'm Initiative
Messenger's unique program offers nine non-profit humanitarian organizations to receive advertisement revenues. Which effort receives the revenue is up to you.
windows live messenger • i'm initiative • microsoft • social issues • humanitarian organizations
Messenger's unique program offers nine non-profit humanitarian organizations to receive advertisement revenues. Which effort receives the revenue is up to you.
windows live messenger • i'm initiative • microsoft • social issues • humanitarian organizations
The Presidency of Herbert Hoover
Beginning in the very first year of his Presidency, the Great Depression became the most memorable feature of Herbert Hoover's Presidency.
herbert hoover • the great depression • worst presidents of the united states • secretary of commerce • tax increase
Beginning in the very first year of his Presidency, the Great Depression became the most memorable feature of Herbert Hoover's Presidency.
herbert hoover • the great depression • worst presidents of the united states • secretary of commerce • tax increase
Volunteer Vacations in the United States
Volunteer vacations provide rewarding experiences that make a difference. Use hands-on skills to serve meals in a shelter, help build a home, or clear trails in a forest.
volunteer vacations in the u.s. • vacation volunteer • agencies that depend on volunteers • community services that need volunteers • summer vacation
Volunteer vacations provide rewarding experiences that make a difference. Use hands-on skills to serve meals in a shelter, help build a home, or clear trails in a forest.
volunteer vacations in the u.s. • vacation volunteer • agencies that depend on volunteers • community services that need volunteers • summer vacation
Hurricane Katrina: A Failure in New Orleans LA
The Department of Homeland Security failed. Government leaders from the Mayor of New Orleans all the way up to the president of the United States failed. How do we get this right?
hurricane katrina • failure to give aid • homeland security • aid • hurricane
The Department of Homeland Security failed. Government leaders from the Mayor of New Orleans all the way up to the president of the United States failed. How do we get this right?
hurricane katrina • failure to give aid • homeland security • aid • hurricane
Personal Watercraft - In Black and White
Books on personal watercraft and/or jet skiing.
personal • watercraft • jet • ski • skiing
Books on personal watercraft and/or jet skiing.
personal • watercraft • jet • ski • skiing
Scholarships for Nursing Students
if you aspire to be a nurse, you'll be pleasantly surprised by how many college nursing scholarships are available! Here's a few of the many scholarships to check out.
nursing student • college scholarship • college student • nursing program • two-year nursing program
if you aspire to be a nurse, you'll be pleasantly surprised by how many college nursing scholarships are available! Here's a few of the many scholarships to check out.
nursing student • college scholarship • college student • nursing program • two-year nursing program
What Do I Really Need?
This article discusses the six basic items you need in your emergency preparedness kit.
emergency preparedness • emergency planning • storm preparation • severe weather preparedness
This article discusses the six basic items you need in your emergency preparedness kit.
emergency preparedness • emergency planning • storm preparation • severe weather preparedness
Guest Article: Water Safety Smarts!
Be smart about water safety this summer. Get tips from an expert on how to keep your kids safe around the water!
water • water safety • swimming • boating • pool
Be smart about water safety this summer. Get tips from an expert on how to keep your kids safe around the water!
water • water safety • swimming • boating • pool
Quaking Coffee
Starbuck's Frappuccino is now shaken, not stirred!
starbucks • coffee • earthquake • disaster recovery • frappuccino
Starbuck's Frappuccino is now shaken, not stirred!
starbucks • coffee • earthquake • disaster recovery • frappuccino
The Response to Kosova
This article is about the crisis in Kosova and some of the things American Muslims are doing and the American Red Cross, to help the refugees.
kosova • kosovo • refugees • kosovo muslims • kosovo refugees
This article is about the crisis in Kosova and some of the things American Muslims are doing and the American Red Cross, to help the refugees.
kosova • kosovo • refugees • kosovo muslims • kosovo refugees
FYI -- Is There A Better Blood?
Experts say that filtered blood is the best blood, but hospitals are fighting back saying that they don't have the funds. What will they do?
leukocytes • blood filters • blood filtration • blood supply • blood
Experts say that filtered blood is the best blood, but hospitals are fighting back saying that they don't have the funds. What will they do?
leukocytes • blood filters • blood filtration • blood supply • blood
Shawnee Peak, ME, Non-Profit Days
Each Thursday during the 2006-07 ski and snowboard season, Shawnee Peak donates 10% of its daytime lift ticket sales to a specified non-profit organization.
skiing and snowboarding • snowsports • shawnee peak • maine • ski and snowboard resorts
Each Thursday during the 2006-07 ski and snowboard season, Shawnee Peak donates 10% of its daytime lift ticket sales to a specified non-profit organization.
skiing and snowboarding • snowsports • shawnee peak • maine • ski and snowboard resorts
Skating Summer of Gold 2006
June 1st is the deadline for figure skaters to apply to train at the International Skating Center of Connecticut’s Summer of Gold 2006.
international skating center of connecticut’s summ • figure skating • ice skaters • skate training • learn to skate
June 1st is the deadline for figure skaters to apply to train at the International Skating Center of Connecticut’s Summer of Gold 2006.
international skating center of connecticut’s summ • figure skating • ice skaters • skate training • learn to skate
Blood Donation Reqiurements
With blood supplies hitting a dangerously low level in many areas of the country, the American Red Cross is increasing its efforts to find viable blood donors.
blood donation centers • increase blood hemoglobin • how to increase blood iron count • foods rich in iron • minimum blood donation requirements
With blood supplies hitting a dangerously low level in many areas of the country, the American Red Cross is increasing its efforts to find viable blood donors.
blood donation centers • increase blood hemoglobin • how to increase blood iron count • foods rich in iron • minimum blood donation requirements
Dollar Tree Recalls Insect Toys
Dollar Tree has recalled nearly 300,000 plush insect toys for choking hazard.
dollar tree • plush insect • toys • recall • recalled toys
Dollar Tree has recalled nearly 300,000 plush insect toys for choking hazard.
dollar tree • plush insect • toys • recall • recalled toys
Food Tips for the Year 2000
Stocking your kitchen for the Year 2000
y2k • nutrition • diet • emergency preparedness
Stocking your kitchen for the Year 2000
y2k • nutrition • diet • emergency preparedness
How to Perfrom the Airway Obstruction Maneuver and CPR
The ABC's of First Aid are the basic steps in the complete first aid program. They teach you how to recognize and treat an Airway Obstruction, Breathing and circulation problems.
choking • how to help choking • airway obstruction maneuver • heimlich maneuver • heimlich manoeuvre
The ABC's of First Aid are the basic steps in the complete first aid program. They teach you how to recognize and treat an Airway Obstruction, Breathing and circulation problems.
choking • how to help choking • airway obstruction maneuver • heimlich maneuver • heimlich manoeuvre
Spring 2009 Chili Cookoffs on the East Coast
Chili cookoffs have become a popular event for charitable fundraisers. This spring, several of these competitions will be held throughout the northeast USA.
chili cookoffs • charity cooking competitions • charitable chili events • new england regional chili cookoff • dc 101 chili cookoff
Chili cookoffs have become a popular event for charitable fundraisers. This spring, several of these competitions will be held throughout the northeast USA.
chili cookoffs • charity cooking competitions • charitable chili events • new england regional chili cookoff • dc 101 chili cookoff
Summer Fun Means WATER SAFETY!
Summer is here and that means open the pool and head to the beach! Water safety is critical at this time of year for children of all ages.
swimming • safety • drowning • swim • lifeguard
Summer is here and that means open the pool and head to the beach! Water safety is critical at this time of year for children of all ages.
swimming • safety • drowning • swim • lifeguard
SUSIE KING TAYLOR: AFRICAN AMERICAN CIVIL WAR NURSE
Profile of a brave teenager who nursed wounded soldiers without being paid.
african american
Profile of a brave teenager who nursed wounded soldiers without being paid.
african american
Target Announces Launch of Bullseye Gives
The mecca of all U.S. home shopping stores, announced this week their plans to donate $3 million dollars in charitable donations via Facebook.
target • bullseye gives • facebook • target charities • corporate outreach
The mecca of all U.S. home shopping stores, announced this week their plans to donate $3 million dollars in charitable donations via Facebook.
target • bullseye gives • facebook • target charities • corporate outreach
The American Humanics program
Volunteers sometimes discover that they would like to help others for a living. The American Humanics program prepares individuals for careers in service and youth organizations.
american humanics • service • youth • nonprofit • career
Volunteers sometimes discover that they would like to help others for a living. The American Humanics program prepares individuals for careers in service and youth organizations.
american humanics • service • youth • nonprofit • career
The Common Cold
Dr Christopher Andrewes was the driving force behind the Medical Research Council's Common Cold Unit, which was set up in Wiltshire, England, after the Second World War.
viruses • common cold unit • dr christopher andrewes • volunteers • influenza
Dr Christopher Andrewes was the driving force behind the Medical Research Council's Common Cold Unit, which was set up in Wiltshire, England, after the Second World War.
viruses • common cold unit • dr christopher andrewes • volunteers • influenza
Winter Car Survival Kit
Tips and a list of emergency items should you be stranded in your car during a winter storm.
winter driving • winter survival • preparing for winter storms • auto kit • red cross
Tips and a list of emergency items should you be stranded in your car during a winter storm.
winter driving • winter survival • preparing for winter storms • auto kit • red cross
Camp Yorktown Bay
Nestled on the shores of Lake Ouachita (Mountain Pine, AR), Camp Yorktown Bay offers an ideal setting for religious instruction and traditional camping fun and adventure.
summer camps for kids • christian summer camps • camp yorktown bay • seventh-day adventist camps • camps for blind youth
Nestled on the shores of Lake Ouachita (Mountain Pine, AR), Camp Yorktown Bay offers an ideal setting for religious instruction and traditional camping fun and adventure.
summer camps for kids • christian summer camps • camp yorktown bay • seventh-day adventist camps • camps for blind youth
Catastrophy and Generosity
The outpouring of funds and aid to respond to the tsunamis that struck south Asia is substantial. Because many kinds of disasters are a constant risk, human services agencies take the lead to help meet basic needs in dire conditions. Here is a list of US-based international aid organizations, addresses, and Internet links as compiled by the Associated Press. Save this list in advance of the next disaster.
international relief agencies • us-based human services organizations
The outpouring of funds and aid to respond to the tsunamis that struck south Asia is substantial. Because many kinds of disasters are a constant risk, human services agencies take the lead to help meet basic needs in dire conditions. Here is a list of US-based international aid organizations, addresses, and Internet links as compiled by the Associated Press. Save this list in advance of the next disaster.
international relief agencies • us-based human services organizations
Change Doesn't Have To Be Overwhelming
Changes, in life, science, and technology
changes • self esteem • learning • growing and technology
Changes, in life, science, and technology
changes • self esteem • learning • growing and technology
Charitable Giving in an Economic Downturn
For those who want to help out but can't afford to give money in this tough economy, here are some alternatives for charitable giving.
charitable giving • nonmonetary donations • economic downturn • food bank • coat drive
For those who want to help out but can't afford to give money in this tough economy, here are some alternatives for charitable giving.
charitable giving • nonmonetary donations • economic downturn • food bank • coat drive
Choosing the Right Babysitter
Age and maturity, good interaction with kids, child minding experience, first aid skills and the sitter's personal habits must be considered when choosing a babysitter.
choosing the right babysitter • choosing babysitter • the right babysitter • selecting safe sitter for kids • babysitter’s age and maturity
Age and maturity, good interaction with kids, child minding experience, first aid skills and the sitter's personal habits must be considered when choosing a babysitter.
choosing the right babysitter • choosing babysitter • the right babysitter • selecting safe sitter for kids • babysitter’s age and maturity
Christmas Seal Campaign in Canada
A small paper stamp sold at Christmas brought in enough money to fund buildings and research, and help those with lung disease, now through the Canadian Lung Association
canadian christmas seal campaign • christmas seals in canada 1908 • tuberculosis association funded by christmas seals • christmas seals fund tuberculosis prevention • christmas seal a small stamp
A small paper stamp sold at Christmas brought in enough money to fund buildings and research, and help those with lung disease, now through the Canadian Lung Association
canadian christmas seal campaign • christmas seals in canada 1908 • tuberculosis association funded by christmas seals • christmas seals fund tuberculosis prevention • christmas seal a small stamp
Daniel
How peoples lives touch other people....sometimes in the best of ways, but under the worse circumstances....
daniel pearl • israel
How peoples lives touch other people....sometimes in the best of ways, but under the worse circumstances....
daniel pearl • israel
Disaster Preparedness for Cats and Other Pets
Having a disaster kit for pets is a good idea, particularly for those who live in areas that are prone to earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, or wildfires.
disaster preparedness pets • disaster preparedness cats • disaster kit pets • disaster kit cats • what should you have in a pet disaster kit
Having a disaster kit for pets is a good idea, particularly for those who live in areas that are prone to earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, or wildfires.
disaster preparedness pets • disaster preparedness cats • disaster kit pets • disaster kit cats • what should you have in a pet disaster kit
Early Years of Arabia Shrine Temple in Houston
A committee of Houston Shriners, headed by John S. Bonner, traveled to Seattle, Washington by train to obtain a charter from the Imperial Council on July 14, 1915.
arabia temple in houston texas • shrine circus in houston texas • history of arabia temple • history of shrine circus • crippled children's clinic in houston tx
A committee of Houston Shriners, headed by John S. Bonner, traveled to Seattle, Washington by train to obtain a charter from the Imperial Council on July 14, 1915.
arabia temple in houston texas • shrine circus in houston texas • history of arabia temple • history of shrine circus • crippled children's clinic in houston tx
Extracurricular Activities for Kids
There are many extracurricular activities for kids to choose from, but parents must be ready to debate the pros and cons of participating.
extracurricular activities • list of extracurricular activities • extracurricular choices • disadvantages of extracurricular activities • benefits of extracurricular activities
There are many extracurricular activities for kids to choose from, but parents must be ready to debate the pros and cons of participating.
extracurricular activities • list of extracurricular activities • extracurricular choices • disadvantages of extracurricular activities • benefits of extracurricular activities
Fewer Pets Left Behind by Gustav Evacuees
Thousands of pets were left behind during Hurricane Katrina, but with Hurricane Gustav, the Gulf Coast was prepared to help evacuate the pets to safety.
hurricane gustav evacuation • gustav pets • hurricane evacuation in louisiana • hurricane gustav pet evacuation • pet evacuation shelter
Thousands of pets were left behind during Hurricane Katrina, but with Hurricane Gustav, the Gulf Coast was prepared to help evacuate the pets to safety.
hurricane gustav evacuation • gustav pets • hurricane evacuation in louisiana • hurricane gustav pet evacuation • pet evacuation shelter
Fund-raiser to Benefit Sept. 11 Victims
The running world is joining in on the fight against terrorism. USA Track & Field (USATF) has recently announced a fund-raiser it is sponsoring with the money raised to go to the victims and rescue workers of the Sept. 11 attacks on the U.S.
track and field • usa track and field • usatf
The running world is joining in on the fight against terrorism. USA Track & Field (USATF) has recently announced a fund-raiser it is sponsoring with the money raised to go to the victims and rescue workers of the Sept. 11 attacks on the U.S.
track and field • usa track and field • usatf
Helpful Hints for Healing After a Tragedy
Ways to help after a tragedy
women's health • tragedy • support • post-traumatic stress disorder
Ways to help after a tragedy
women's health • tragedy • support • post-traumatic stress disorder
Home Safety for Children
If you're raising your children primarily in your own home, be sure it is as safe as a state-inspected day care center.
home safety for children • safe as day care • safety equipment • heimlich maneuver • home safety council
If you're raising your children primarily in your own home, be sure it is as safe as a state-inspected day care center.
home safety for children • safe as day care • safety equipment • heimlich maneuver • home safety council
How to Dress for Career Success on a Budget
Want to look professional without breaking the bank on an office wardrobe? Here are some solutions to that age old commandant to dress for success.
dress for sucess on a budget • inexpensive professional wardrobe • appropriate office attire • what to wear to work • inexpensive clothing for work
Want to look professional without breaking the bank on an office wardrobe? Here are some solutions to that age old commandant to dress for success.
dress for sucess on a budget • inexpensive professional wardrobe • appropriate office attire • what to wear to work • inexpensive clothing for work
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