History Founded by Clara Barton May 21, 1881 in Washington, D.C. Civil War Bullet Motivated by Swiss- inspired international Red Cross

History Barton was head for 23 years First disaster relief First U.S. military aid during the Spanish- American War Barton also worked to make peacetime relief work a part or the International Red Cross

Blood Drive

Did you know...? You can give blood up to six times a year. Blood cannot be manufactured it must be gifted by people like you. You could help save a the life of a sick child, an accident victim, or an elderly person facing surgery.

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Be a Penn State Student Volunteer for the Blood Drive! visit: volunteer.psu.edu to sign up! Get Involved!

Donate at the Red Cross Blood donor gives the gift of life What Happens To Your Blood Donation?

To the lab Blood is tested Blood is Distributed to the Hospitals Distributed to patients What Happens To Your Blood Donation?

Blood is distributed to patients!!

“The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.”

* Humanity – prevent human suffering, protect life and health, ensure respect for the human being, “promote mutual understanding, friendship, cooperation and lasting peace among all peoples” * Impartiality – no discrimination (nationality/race/religious beliefs/class/political opinions) * Neutrality – will not take sides in hostilities or engage at any time in controversies (political/racial/religious/ideological nature) * Independence – the National Societies must always maintain their autonomy * Voluntary Service – not promoted by desire for gain * Unity – there can only be one Red Cross in any one country and it must be open to all * Universality – THE RED CROSS IS WORLD WIDE

have been selling first aid kits in the U.S. since 1903 have been selling first aid kits in the U.S. since 1903 by offering Red Cross first aid, health, safety and emergency preparedness products at retail locations, the Red Cross is reaching more families and making it easier for Americans to get prepared by offering Red Cross first aid, health, safety and emergency preparedness products at retail locations, the Red Cross is reaching more families and making it easier for Americans to get prepared the money received in the sale of these products to consumers is reinvested in its humanitarian programs and services the money received in the sale of these products to consumers is reinvested in its humanitarian programs and services the American Red Cross helps people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies the American Red Cross helps people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies last year, almost a million volunteers and 35,000 employees helped victims of almost 75,000 disasters; taught lifesaving skills to millions; and helped U.S. service members separated from their families stay connected last year, almost a million volunteers and 35,000 employees helped victims of almost 75,000 disasters; taught lifesaving skills to millions; and helped U.S. service members separated from their families stay connected almost 4 million people gave blood through the Red Cross, the largest supplier of blood and blood products in the United States almost 4 million people gave blood through the Red Cross, the largest supplier of blood and blood products in the United States an average of $0.91 of every dollar the Red Cross spends is invested in humanitarian services and programs an average of $0.91 of every dollar the Red Cross spends is invested in humanitarian services and programs the Red Cross is not a government agency; it relies on donations of time, money, and blood to do its work the Red Cross is not a government agency; it relies on donations of time, money, and blood to do its work

The American Red Cross defines itself in relation to foreign aid as ”a worldwide movement that offers neutral humanitarian care to the victims of war, the American Red Cross distinguishes itself by also aiding victims of devastating natural disasters.”

It also states “the American Red Cross offers compassionate services in five other areas: community services that help the needy; support and comfort for military members and their families; the collection, processing and distribution of lifesaving blood and blood products; educational programs that promote health and safety; and international relief and development programs.”

More than half a million volunteers and 35,000 employees of the Red Cross help out. An average of more than 9 million people a year receive Red Cross training in first aid, water safety and other skills that help save lives. Around 4 million people give blood. This is the largest supplier of blood and blood products in the United States. The Red Cross helps thousands of U.S. service members separated from their families by helping them stay connected with a global network of 186 national societies. An average of 91 cents of every dollar the Red Cross spends is invested in humanitarian services and programs.

The Red Cross responds to disasters ranging from a single-family home fire to large-scale disasters like hurricanes and tornadoes. They provide food, shelter, relief supplies, emotional support and health related services to address basic human needs. The Red Cross also has Caseworkers that meet one-on-one with clients to help them plan for a long term recovery. All assistance is free.All assistance is free.

Red Cross and Hurricane Katrina

Red Cross Relief Efforts In September 2005, Red Cross provided survivors 2.3 million overnight stays 902 shelters across 26 states and D.C. Served nearly 12 million hot meals About 282,000 people received Red Cross Disaster Mental Health services

Relief Efforts Continued Red Cross teamed up with Google, MSN, and Yahoo! to channel money through websites Half its Katrina funds arrived via the Internet “The Red Cross raised the money fair and square.” –Trent Stamp, executive director of nonprofit-rating agency Charity Navigator

Relief Efforts for Irene and Lee Red Cross responded to disaster by distributing meals, opening shelters More than 8,500 workers from across the country to help Opened more than 580 shelters

Irene and Lee Continued Distributed more than 2.5 million meals and snacks to victims 18, 428 mental health services 2011 hurricane season predicted to be active- Red Cross prepared with 60,000 trained disaster volunteers

Red Cross Club at PSU Active Member or General Member – 15 Hours of Service are Required for Active Members Blood Drives – Greeter, Walker, Canteen, Recruiter, and Traffic Controller – Every Donation Gives You the Opportunity to Win Prizes Fundraising Events Sign Up Tables CPR and First Aid Classes THON (2012: $37,482.37) – The Angus Family – The Heck Family

Classes First Aid/CPR/AED – Workplace, Schools, and Individuals – Professional Rescuers – Hands-Only CPR (Cardiac Arrest Victims/No use of breaths) Lifeguarding and Swimming – Lifeguarding – Swimming and Water Safety Caregiving and Babysitting Class – Babysitting – Nurse Assistant Training – Family Caregiving

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