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4/25/2012 - American Red Cross to Offer Military Reconnection Workshops in Alameda

On May 1, licensed and trained American Red Cross mental health professionals will lead discussions to help military personnel and their families identify and respond to the challenges associated with a transition back home, after serving abroad.

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4/10/2012 - The American Red Cross Bay Area Chapter 2012 Marin County Heroes Announced

The American Red Cross Bay Area Chapter is looking forward to the upcoming 2012 Marin County Heroes Breakfast on Thursday, April 19, 2012 at the Embassy Suites Hotel in San Rafael.

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4/4/2012 - California Earthquake Authority & American Red Cross Join Forces to Get Californians Prepared with Support of Online Auction

The California Earthquake Authority (CEA) and the American Red Cross have joined forces to help more people prepare to survive and recover from California’s next damaging earthquake, and to support a unique online auction that benefits local Red Cross preparedness and response programs.

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3/19/2012 - Over 600 People Get “Red Cross Ready” in One Day at Golden View Elementary School

The Bay Area Chapter of the American Red Cross completed its first ever day-long training at Golden View Elementary School on February 29, 2012.

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3/14/2012 - Red Cross Bay Area Chapter Hosting Open House in Solano County

If you’ve ever considered volunteering for the American Red Cross or just want to learn more about the work of the American Red Cross, come to our open house on March 24 in Fairfield.

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3/13/2012 - March is Red Cross Month: A Volunteer Shares Her Experience Helping Others

American Red Cross Bay Area volunteer Roseanne Angel shared her experience about volunteering in honor of Red Cross month.

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3/8/2012 - Bay Area Donations Continue to Help Japanese Earthquake Relief Efforts One Year Later

With help from more than $18 million in donations that were made to the American Red Cross Bay Area Chapter following Japan’s tragic earthquake and Pacific tsunami, the country is firmly on the path to recovery a year after the disaster struck on March 11, 2011.

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3/6/2012 - Local Volunteers Deployed to Midwest to Aid in Red Cross Tornado Relief Response

The American Red Cross Bay Area Chapter is deploying two volunteers to Kentucky to aid in the large relief operation launched in the Midwest after a chain of fast-moving tornadoes began hitting the region last week, leaving many residents homeless and seeking food, clothing and shelter.

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3/6/2012 - Red Cross Bay Area Recognizes Betty Loop for Service Work During Times of Conflict

Loop, a 93-year-old San Mateo resident, has been selected to receive recognition as part of the American Red Cross Service to Armed Forces: Our Legacy Continues Project. The project began in 2011 and is recognizing people nationwide who served from WWI through current day military operations providing Red Cross assistance to U.S. military

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3/1/2012 - Preparing the Asian American Community is Team Effort

American Red Cross Bay Area Chapter’s successful Asian Community Preparedness program exemplifies how outreach to immigrant communities has a tremendous impact.

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3/1/2012 - It's Game On! in Union Square on March 2

Former 49er Jerry Rice to join the American Red Cross Bay Area Chapter and PG&E in Union Square to help residents prepare a disaster game plan.

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2/29/2012 - The Red Cross Bay Area Hosts the Red Cross Gala 2012 in Iconic Union Square

On Saturday, March 3rd, members of the Bay Area philanthropic community and Red Cross supporters will gather under the stars in Union Square for the Red Cross Gala 2012.

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2/23/2012 - IT’S GAME ON! IN UNION SQUARE ON MARCH 2. Local celebrities to join the American Red Cross Bay Area Chapter and PG&E at disaster preparedness event

On Friday, March 2 at 11 a.m., as part of a continuing partnership and multi-year initiative called Ready Neighborhoods, the American Red Cross Bay Area Chapter and Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) will help residents get prepared alongside local sports celebrities and public officials.

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2/22/2012 - Red Cross Gala 2012 Launches with an International Celebration

On Wednesday, February 8, 2012, American Red Cross Bay Area Chapter supporters and gala ticket holders gathered to celebrate the upcoming 2012 Red Cross Gala at Harry Denton’s Starlight Room. Guests were greeted at the entrance by the Launch Party Co-Chairs Raghu Shivaram and Beth Schnitzer along with the following Consul Generals: Hon. Carlos Félix (Mexico), Hon. Hiroshi Inomata (Japan), Hon. Tuhin Kumar (Deputy, India), and Hon. Asianto Sinambela (Republic of Indonesia). As they walked into the venue overlooking the city, guests enjoyed Moreno sparkling wine, Gallo wines and bites provided by The Starlight Room. The international gathering continued with entertainment by Bombay Love and a performance from Project Pulse.

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2/15/2012 - German Consul Hosts a Private Reception to Celebrate Upcoming Red Cross Gala 2012

On Thursday, January 26, 2012, members of the Bay Area philanthropic community attended a private cocktail reception and performance hosted by the Consul General of the Federal Republic of Germany Peter Rothen and Mrs. Gerlind Rothen in their residence. Guests enjoyed canapés and German Riesling during the cocktail hour followed by a private performance from the world renowned Cypress Quartet. The Quartet played pieces from Joseph Haydn & Ludwig van Beethoven for the invitation only crowd

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1/26/2012 - The American Red Cross Bay Area Chapter Announces 2012 Marin County Heroes Breakfast and Call for Nominations

The American Red Cross Bay Area Chapter is pleased to announce the 2012 Marin County Heroes Breakfastwill be held on April 19, 2012 at the Embassy Suites in San Rafael. The Bay Area Chapter is currently seeking nominations for the Hero Awards, which recognizes members of the community who have shown courage, dedication, and character through acts of heroism and kindness

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1/20/2012 - Get Winter Storm-Ready

Winter in the Bay Area can mean heavy rains, flooding, landslides and possible power outages. Use these tips to prepare your family in case a disaster strikes.

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1/11/2012 - Two Years After Devastating Haiti Earthquake, Bay Area Donations Continue to Support Relief Effort

It has been two years since a catastrophic earthquake hit Haiti. While the needs of the Caribbean nation in the process of rebuilding remain great, Bay Area Red Cross donations help improve Haitians’ quality of life.

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1/3/2012 - Sustaining the Dream, Volunteers and Staff to Participate in Largest MLK Event in the Region

The American Red Cross Bay Area Chapter is participating in the region’s largest Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration this year and we invite you to come out to volunteer or just enjoy the day’s festivities.

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12/23/2011 - American Red Cross Continues to Help Victims of Western Addition Fire

The American Red Cross Bay Area Chapter continues to help people displaced by a Thursday afternoon fire in the Western Addition neighborhood of San Francisco, providing food, temporary housing and clothing.

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