State Farm Donation

9/28/2009

                                    Red Cross Will Be Recipient of Donation from State Farm

 

Springfield, MO.  -  The Greater Ozarks Chapter of the American Red Cross is pleased to announce that on Wednesday, September 30, 2009, representatives from State Farm Insurance will present a check for $20,000 to the Chapter with half of the proceeds to benefit the new Disaster Operations Dome and the other half to benefit disaster relief. Members of the media are invited to the presentation at 1:00 p.m. at 1545 N. West Bypass.  Local legislators are also being invited to attend.

            State Farm Insurance has been a proud supporter of the Greater Ozarks Chapter for 16 years.

            Greg James, Director of Financial Development for the chapter, said, “The partnership between State Farm and Red Cross has been tremendous.  We’re convinced that many families would not have been helped without State Farm’s steadfast dedication to the unselfish mission of the American Red Cross.”

            “State Farm’s mission is to help people recover from the unexpected,” said Curt Dreier, State Farm Vice President of Agency. “The Greater Ozark Chapter of the American Red Cross also puts their hands and feet to that same promise for thousands of people in Missouri.”

            All American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from people. To help the victims of local disasters, financial contributions can be mailed to: American Red Cross, 1545 N. West Bypass, Springfield, MO.  65803. To volunteer, please contact the chapter headquarters at 417-832-9500 or 1-866-206-0256.

            State Farm insures more cars and homes than any other insurer in the U.S. and is the leading insurer of watercraft.  State Farm's 17,700 agents and 68,600 employees serve 81 million policies and accounts - more than 78.7 million auto, fire, life and health policies in the United States and Canada, and more than 1.9 million bank accounts. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company is the parent of the State Farm family of companies. State Farm is ranked No. 31 on the Fortune 500 list of largest companies. For more information, please visit statefarm.com®. 

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Joann Moore

Public Information Officer

Financial Development Assistant

American Red Cross

Greater Ozarks Chapter

1545 N. West Bypass

Springfield, MO.  65803

417-832-9500  EXT. 107

Fax 417-866-3649

Toll Free: 1-866-206-0256 EXT. 107

moorej@redcross-ozarks.org

 

***** Be Red Cross Ready- It’s important to prepare for possible disasters and other emergencies . Natural and human-caused disasters can strike suddenly, at any time and anywhere. There are three actions everyone can take that can help make a difference. Do you know what they are?                         Click on the link  http://tr.im/RedCrossReady and find out!  

 

 

 

Debi named one of SGF's Most Influential Women

Debi Meeds, CEO of the Greater Ozarks Chapter of the American Red Cross, will be honored today as one of Springfield's Most Influential Women at a luncheon sponsored by the Springfield Business Journal.

Read Debi's biography here.

Red Cross Deploys Volunteers to Georgia

9/24/2009

                                    Red Cross Will Deploy Local Volunteers to Atlanta

 

Springfield, MO.  -  The Greater Ozarks Chapter of the American Red Cross will deploy volunteers to assist with the flooding in Georgia.  Three of the volunteers are nurses and they will by leaving on Friday from the Joplin area.  The other two volunteers will be departing from the Springfield office about 8a.m. on Friday morning.  One of them will be a computer operations supervisor and the other volunteer will be a manger of the bulk distribution warehouse.   All of the volunteers will report to the chapter headquarters in Atlanta and be assigned to their duties from there. 

 

 

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies nearly half of the nation's blood; teaches lifesaving skills; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a charitable organization — not a government agency — and depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit www.redcross.org or join our blog at http://blog.redcross.org.

 

 

 

 

 

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Joann Moore

Public Information Officer

Financial Development Assistant

American Red Cross

Greater Ozarks Chapter

1545 N. West Bypass

Springfield, MO.  65803

417-832-9500  EXT. 107

Fax 417-866-3649

Toll Free: 1-866-206-0256 EXT. 107

moorej@redcross-ozarks.org

 

***** Be Red Cross Ready- It’s important to prepare for possible disasters and other emergencies . Natural and human-caused disasters can strike suddenly, at any time and anywhere. There are three actions everyone can take that can help make a difference. Do you know what they are?                         Click on the link  http://tr.im/RedCrossReady and find out!  

 

 

 

Flood Victims in Monett

9/21/2009

Red Cross Assists Flood Victims

 

Monett, MO – The Greater Ozarks Chapter of the American Red Cross Disaster Action Team Members (DAT) have met with three families who have experienced flooding from the heavy rain that caused concern for members of the Monett community.  All three families were living in mobile homes within close proximity of each other and had major damage to their dwellings.  Volunteers have provided assistance with food and will continue to follow up with the residents that have been affected. 

 

DAT members are volunteers with the Greater Ozarks Chapter and have received specialized training in various aspects of disaster response, including casework interviews, damage assessment, sheltering and feeding, health services and crisis counseling.  DAT members also have the full support of the chapter for additional personnel and resources if needed.  For information about training to become a Red Cross volunteer, please call 866-206-0256 EXT. 200 or visit www.redcross-ozarks.org/volunteer.

 

 American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from the American people.  To help the victims of local disasters, financial contributions can be mailed to:  American Red Cross, 1545 N. West  Bypass Springfield, MO  65803. 

 

 

 

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Joann Moore

Public Information Officer

Financial Development Assistant

American Red Cross

Greater Ozarks Chapter

1545 N. West Bypass

Springfield, MO.  65803

417-832-9500  EXT. 107

Fax 417-866-3649

Toll Free: 1-866-206-0256 EXT. 107

moorej@redcross-ozarks.org

 

***** Be Red Cross Ready- It’s important to prepare for possible disasters and other emergencies . Natural and human-caused disasters can strike suddenly, at any time and anywhere. There are three actions everyone can take that can help make a difference. Do you know what they are?                         Click on the link  http://tr.im/RedCrossReady and find out!  

 

 

 

Blood Drive

9/21/2009

 

                                    Red Cross Will Conduct Blood Drive at Salvation Army

 

Springfield, MO.  The Greater Ozarks Chapter of the American Red Cross is partnering with the Salvation Army and Red Cross Blood Services to conduct a blood drive and educate seniors on the importance of preparedness on Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2009.

 

                        Location:                  The Salvation Army, in the gymnasium

                                                            1707 W. Chestnut Expressway

                                                            Springfield, MO

                        Time:                         10:00 A. M. till 2:00 P.M.

 

Chris Harmon, Director of Emergency Services, will be on hand at 10:00 A.M. to give a presentation to seniors about preparedness.  Residents of the community are invited to attend this free and informative presentation.

 Weather radios will also be available for purchase.  The cost is $30.

 

 

All American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from people. To help the victims of local disasters, financial contributions can be mailed to: American Red Cross, 1545 N. West Bypass, Springfield, MO.  65803. To volunteer, please contact the chapter headquarters at 417-832-9500 or 1-866-206-0256.

 

 

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Joann Moore

Public Information Officer

Financial Development Assistant

American Red Cross

Greater Ozarks Chapter

1545 N. West Bypass

Springfield, MO.  65803

417-832-9500  EXT. 107

Fax 417-866-3649

Toll Free: 1-866-206-0256 EXT. 107

moorej@redcross-ozarks.org

 

***** Be Red Cross Ready- It’s important to prepare for possible disasters and other emergencies . Natural and human-caused disasters can strike suddenly, at any time and anywhere. There are three actions everyone can take that can help make a difference. Do you know what they are?                         Click on the link  http://tr.im/RedCrossReady and find out!  

 

 

 

Red Cross Babysitter's Training

9/17/2009

Red Cross Offers Babysitter’s Training

 

Springfield, MO. – Due to classes filling quickly and an increase in demand for trained babysitters, your American Red Cross has added another opportunity for future babysitters.  Local pre-teens and teenagers have the opportunity to become American Red Cross certified babysitters by attending a day-long training session on Saturday, September 26, 2009 from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.  This one-day interactive class trains young people to be responsible caregivers.  Skills gained will be valuable to those caring for siblings and/or those who want work as babysitters. 

 

Babysitter’s Training covers the following topics:

 

            Safety and Responsibility                Holding

            Leadership                                        Safe Play

            Preventing Accidents                       First Aid

            Basic Care                                        Bleeding

            Hygiene                                              Wounds         

            Feeding                                              Sudden Emergencies

            Diapering

 

Date:                                      Saturday, September 26, 2009

Time:                                     8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Location:                              American Red Cross, 1545 N. West Bypass, near corner of                                                                      West Bypass & Division, Springfield

Age Requirement:              Need to be 11 years of age or older

What to Bring:                     A sack lunch, snacks (or money for snacks from on-site                                                                           vending

 Cost:                                    $49 per student

Registration:                       Must call the American Red Cross at 417-832-9500, ext 117                                                                      (toll free 1-866-206-0256)

 

                                     Class size is limited and will fill quickly

 

*Students will not be permitted to leave the facility during or after class dismisses without a parent or guardian.

 

 

All American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from people. To help the victims of local disasters, financial contributions can be mailed to: American Red Cross, 1545 N. West Bypass, Springfield, MO.  65803. To volunteer, please contact the chapter headquarters at 417-832-9500 or 1-866-206-0256.

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Joann Moore

Public Information Officer

Financial Development Assistant

American Red Cross

Greater Ozarks Chapter

1545 N. West Bypass

Springfield, MO.  65803

417-832-9500  EXT. 107

Fax 417-866-3649

Toll Free: 1-866-206-0256 EXT. 107

moorej@redcross-ozarks.org

 

***** Be Red Cross Ready- It’s important to prepare for possible disasters and other emergencies . Natural and human-caused disasters can strike suddenly, at any time and anywhere. There are three actions everyone can take that can help make a difference. Do you know what they are?                         Click on the link  http://tr.im/RedCrossReady and find out!  

 

 

 

Shelter Training - Taneyville

Red Cross Offers Shelter Training

Springfield, MO. - Greater Ozarks Chapter of the American Red Cross will conduct a free class on Shelter Training for Red Cross volunteers in Taneyville. New volunteers are welcome to attend! The class will focus on shelter operations and learning how to help clients during a disaster.

DATE: Saturday, Sept. 19, 2009

TIME: 9 A.M. TILL 4 P.M.

LOCATION: New Vision Baptist Church

179 Church Camp Road

Taneyville, MO 65759

For more information please email: info@redcross-ozarks.org

Joann Moore

Public Information Officer

Financial Development Assistant

American Red Cross

Greater Ozarks Chapter

1545 N. West Bypass

Springfield, MO. 65803

417-832-9500 EXT. 107

Fax 417-866-3649

Toll Free: 1-866-206-0256 EXT. 107

moorej@redcross-ozarks.org

***** Be Red Cross Ready- It’s important to prepare for possible disasters and other emergencies . Natural and human-caused disasters can strike suddenly, at any time and anywhere. There are three actions everyone can take that can help make a difference. Do you know what they are? Click on the link http://tr.im/RedCrossReady and find out!

Disaster Action Team Training

Red Cross Response to Disaster Training

Springfield, MO – The Greater Ozarks Chapter of the American Red Cross will conduct a “Chapter Response to Disaster” class for those individuals interested in learning how to respond to local disasters (as part of the Disaster Action Team). This class is for Greene County residents only. Please respond by this Thursday, Sept. 17.

Date: Saturday, Sept. 19, 2009

Time: 10:00 A.M. till 4:00 P.M.

Location:

Greater Ozarks Red Cross Chapter Office

1545 N. West Bypass, Springfield, MO 65803

During the winter season there is always an increase in the number of fires the Red Cross responds to. Volunteers are needed for Disaster Response. Training will include information on responding to local fires and completing disaster information forms.

...you may register for this class:

By calling the Health and Safety Department at:

832-9500

Or by emailing your full name, address, and phone number to:

koppesf@redcross-ozarks.org

DAT members are volunteers with the Greater Ozarks Chapter and have received specialized training in various aspects of disaster response, including casework interviews, damage assessment, sheltering and feeding, health services and crisis counseling. DAT members also have the full support of the chapter for additional personnel and resources if needed. For information about training to become a Red Cross volunteer, please call 866-206-0256 EXT. 200 or visit www.redcross-ozarks.org/volunteer.

American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from the American people. To help the victims of this and other local disasters, financial contributions can be mailed to: American Red Cross, 1545 N. West Bypass, Springfield, MO 65803

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Joann Moore

Public Information Officer

Financial Development Assistant

American Red Cross

Greater Ozarks Chapter

1545 N. West Bypass

Springfield, MO. 65803

417-832-9500 EXT. 107

Fax 417-866-3649

Toll Free: 1-866-206-0256 EXT. 107

moorej@redcross-ozarks.org

***** Be Red Cross Ready- It’s important to prepare for possible disasters and other emergencies . Natural and human-caused disasters can strike suddenly, at any time and anywhere. There are three actions everyone can take that can help make a difference. Do you know what they are? Click on the link http://tr.im/RedCrossReady and find out!