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Red Cross Pledges $1 Million for Horn of Africa
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A watering point in Hadado, Wajir. Most water points are now broken down from over use. |
The American Red Cross announced last week a pledge of up to $1 million for the evolving humanitarian crisis in eastern Africa, continuing its history of support to the region.
With 2011 classified as the driest year on record in the eastern Horn of Africa, the health, livelihoods and food security of millions of Somalis, Ethiopians and Kenyans are at serious risk.
"The need is dire at best as families grapple with the lack of food, water and health services, and the American Red Cross is eager to support our local partners that are tackling malnutrition, providing water and medical care, stabilizing livelihoods, and mitigating other consequences of this complex crisis," said Apu Patel, regional director for Africa with the American Red Cross.
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Community Events- Volunteers Needed
Current and prospective volunteers- the local Red Cross needs your help to connect with the community and promote preparedness initiatives.
- 8/6 - Verizon Wireless Safety Event (10am-2pm)
- 8/11- Communities in Schools Education Fair at UNCW (1-5pm)
- 8/19- Pender Schools Community Partner & Business Fair (7:30am-1pm)
- 8/20- Brunswick County Volunteer Recruitment at Leland Library (9am-12:30pm)
- 8/22- Surfer's Healing Event at Wrightsville Beach (8:30am-2pm)
- 8/24 - Student Veterans Fair at UNCW (11am-2pm)
- 8/27 - Pender County Volunteer Recruitment at Burgaw Library (10am-2pm)
- 8/31 - UNCW Involvement Carnival (10am-2pm)
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Red Cross volunteers participate NHC Disaster Exercise |
If you are a current volunteer and can help out with any of the events above, please email Autum Mihm.
If you are a prospective volunteer and would like to learn more, please visit our table at one of these events or click here to fill out your volunteer application online. |
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Babysitter Boot Camp Scholarships Available!
Babysitter Boot Camp is an intensive 2 day course for local teens ages 11-18 that care for younger siblings and other children on a regular basis. Participants learn critical skills in child care, first aid, CPR, and disaster prevention and preparedness. The course is offered completely free of charge for those that meet the qualifications.The following courses are available at the Cape Fear Chapter from 9am-4pm both days:
Click here for more information and to complete an application. |
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FREE Baby Baskets for Military Families
Do you know a military family expecting a baby?
Red Cross has teamed up with volunteers and businesses to provide a "Basket for Baby". If you know someone who may be a candidate for a baby basket, please email Wendy Flynn or call 910-762-2683 x328. Quantities are limited and on a "first come, first served basis". |
