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| 8/31/2010 - Oregon Hosts “#just1thing” Contest for National Preparedness Month |
| The Oregon Red Cross and Oregon Public Health Emergency Preparedness will host a "#just1thing" social media contest as part of National Preparedness Month. Oregonians who tweet one simple thing they're doing to get prepared will have a chance to win Red Cross emergency supplies, valued at approximately $100 per kit. |
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| 8/26/2010 - The Dalles/Hood River Area Red Cross Welcomes New Operations Specialist |
| With her strong interest in historic preservation, it's no surprise that Nora Donovan would want to work for an organization that's been around for 129 years -- the American Red Cross. Donovan recently joined the staff as Operations Specialist for the Oregon Trail Chapter's Columbia River District, which includes Hood River, Wasco, Sherman and Gilliam counties. |
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| 8/24/2010 - Eugene Area Red Cross Welcomes New Executive Director |
With experience leading non-profits and an extensive fundraising background, Tod Thayer was an easy pick for the new executive director for the Oregon Pacific Chapter of the American Red Cross.
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| 8/23/2010 - Central Oregon Red Cross Chapter Welcomes New Executive Director |
| In his new position, Farley will lead the Oregon Mountain River chapter, which serves Crook, Deschutes, Grant, Harney, Jefferson and Wheeler counties and Warm Springs Reservation. As executive director, he will be responsible for achieving annual fundraising goals and cultivating major donors; increasing public awareness of the Red Cross; and working with the local Board of Directors to develop and implement a strategic financial plan. |
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| 8/23/2010 - Five Years Later, Oregon Red Cross Volunteers Still Remember Katrina |
| Five years after a hurricane season wreaked havoc on the Gulf Coast, many Oregonians still remember responding to Hurricane Katrina as though it were yesterday. As the August 29 anniversary approaches, local Red Cross volunteers are available for media interviews about their experiences. Additionally, "Bringing Help, Bringing Hope," a report that details the Red Cross response to Hurricanes Katrina, Rita and Wilma and the ensuing years of recovery for the survivors, is available now at http://www.redcross.org/www-files/Documents/pdf/corppubs/Katrina5Year.pdf. |
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| 8/17/2010 - Red Cross and Papa Murphy's Get People Prepared With Pizza Partnership |
| A new partnership between the American Red Cross and Papa Murphy's of Oregon and SW Washington will bring the basic tips of "Get A Kit, Make A Plan and Be Informed" to every take 'n' bake pizza sold. The tips will come via fliers on each pizza and will also include a promotion code for discounts on Red Cross emergency preparedness kits. When the kits are purchased, customers will receive either a free large pizza or free cheesy bread as a thank you gift. |
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| 8/12/2010 - Red Cross Seeks Local Heroes |
| Ordinary people can make an extraordinary impact. That's why the Oregon Trail Chapter of the American Red Cross is now seeking nominations for local heroes to be honored at the 2011 Breakfast of Champions celebration. Entries are due by Friday, Oct. 1 at 5 p.m. |
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| 8/2/2010 - Outdoors Enthusiast? Learn Wilderness First Aid |
To make sure Oregonians are always ready for outdoors adventures, the American Red Cross is offering a Wilderness and Remote First Aid course taught over two Sundays -- 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Aug. 22 and 29 -- at the Oregon Trail Chapter, 3131 N. Vancouver Ave. in Portland.
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| 7/30/2010 - Oregon Red Cross Seeks Volunteer Greeters |
| Volunteers are signing up to help with "Buy A Blanket," a month-long campaign designed to educate Oregonians about the importance of preparedness and encourage their support of local disaster relief. On four Saturdays (Sept. 11, 18, 25 and Oct. 2), volunteers can register for a two-hour shift, greeting customers in Fred Meyer stores around the state. |
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| 7/23/2010 - Red Cross Launches Free "Humanity Through The Lens" Film Series |
| From Gaza to Dafur, conflicts that test the rules of International Humanitarian Law (IHL) are happening every day. With a mandate to educate Oregonians about IHL's guiding principles, the Oregon Trail Chapter of the American Red Cross has launched new film series -- "Humanity Through The Lens," which explores the law of war through the lens of film. |
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| 7/13/2010 - SEI Students Spend Summer Learning Life-Saving Skills |
| Preparedness is the primary focus of an ongoing summer partnership between the Oregon Trail Chapter of the American Red Cross and Self Enhancement, Inc. (SEI). Now in its third year, the program has just expanded beyond middle school students to include teaching life-saving skills in elementary school classrooms. |
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| 7/8/2010 - Free Preparedness Supplies Coming To Boise/Eliot Neighborhoods |
| Portland's Boise and Eliot neighborhoods will heat up this summer when the American Red Cross distributes free whistles, flashlights and safety information throughout the community on Saturday, July 17. |
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| 7/6/2010 - Hot Weather Ahead -- Summer Safety Tips |
| Summer has finally arrived and will unleash extremely hot weather this week. The American Red Cross has steps people can follow to stay safe during the heat wave. |
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| 6/30/2010 - Celebrate Fourth of July Safely This Weekend |
| Many Oregonians will enjoy a three-day weekend this year with Independence Day falling on a Sunday. As you plan your Fourth of July, you might be thinking of travel, fireworks or a yummy barbecue. The Oregon Red Cross would like everyone to enjoy a safe summer holiday, and offers some tips to help you and your loved ones have a great weekend. |
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| 6/4/2010 - Horizon Restoration partners with Oregon Red Cross to help disaster victims |
| The Oregon Red Cross has forged a partnership with Horizon Restoration, a locally owned and operated restoration company with offices in Portland, Salem, Eugene and Bend, to provide hundreds of "comfort kits" to disaster victims across the state. |
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| 5/26/2010 - Free Spanish-Language Preparedness Event Comes to Hillsboro |
| The American Red Cross - Oregon Trail Chapter will host a free Spanish-language family preparedness event where Oregonians can learn how to get ready for unforeseen disasters. The event will take place on Saturday, June 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Brown Middle School, 1505 SW Cornelius Pass Road (Hillsboro) and includes complimentary lunch and childcare. |
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| 5/17/2010 - Hot Disaster Deals At Red Cross Fire Sale |
| Get prepared for pennies! The American Red Cross – Oregon Trail Chapter is holding a fire sale on emergency supplies, gifts and much more at www.oregonredcross.org/firesale. |
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| 5/14/2010 - Red Cross Breakfast Recognizes Central Oregon Heroes |
| Heroes are made in the blink of an eye and found where you least expect them. The American Red Cross - Oregon Mountain River Chapter will host its 6th Annual Heroes' Breakfast on Wednesday, June 9 at 7:30 a.m. at the National Guard Armory, 875 SW Simpson Avenue in Bend. This special event recognizes heroes in the community -- ordinary people who took extraordinary actions to help fellow citizens. Special recognition will be given to Central Oregon military personnel who returned home this spring. |
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| 5/6/2010 - Celebrate World Red Cross Red Crescent Day - May 8 |
| The American Red Cross - Oregon Trail Chapter, together with our partners around the world, will celebrate World Red Cross Red Crescent Day on Saturday, May 8. This day serves as an annual reminder of the lasting work and commitment of the Red Cross family to helping the world's most vulnerable people — down the street, across the country and around the world. |
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| 5/5/2010 - Free Spanish-Language Preparedness Event Comes to Nehalem |
| The American Red Cross - Oregon Trail Chapter will host a free Spanish-language family preparedness event where Oregonians can learn how to get ready for unforeseen disasters. The event will take place on Wednesday, June 16 from 4 to 10 p.m. at the Nehalem Fire Hall, 35900 8th St., and includes complimentary lunch and childcare. |
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