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Are you

"Red Cross Ready"?

While the American Red Cross and our partners are committed to lending a helping hand in to those in need, assistance may be delayed in times of disaster. That's why it's important for you and your family to Be Red Cross Ready by completing three easy steps:

Get A Kit

Make A Plan

Be Informed

Let's start with the kit. Listed below are the items that are suggested for a good disaster supply kit. You can make your own supply kit listing for your personal use.

Find a waterproof container and start filling it with the things listed below or whatever you have on your list. We have two weeks to get it completed before we start part two of our project, Make A Plan. Our goal is to have it all completed by June 1st which is the official start of hurricane season. Check back on May 3rd for information on Make A Plan.

DISASTER SUPPLY KIT

Water - at least a three (3) day supply; one gallon per person per day

Food - at least a three (3) day supply of non-perishable, easy-to-prepare food

Flashlight

Battery powered or hand crank radio (NOAA weather radio if possible)

Extra batteries

First Aid Kit

Medications (7 day supply) and medical items (hearing aids with extra batteries, glasses,contact lenses, syringes, cane)

Multi-purpose tool

Copies of personal documents (medication list and pertinent medical information, proof of address, deed/lease to home, passports, birth certificates, insurance policies)

Cell phones with chargers

Family and emergency contact information

Extra cash

Emergency blanket

Map(s) of the area

Baby supplies (bottles, formula, baby food, diapers)

Pet supplies (collar, leash, ID, food, carrier, bowl)

Tools/supplies for securing your home

Extra set of car keys and house keys

Extra clothing, hat and sturdy shoes

Rain gear

Insect repellent and sunscreen

Camera for photos of damage

For more information on hurricane preparedness

click here.

TYPES OF GIFTS:

Your help is needed

Large costly disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes and earthquakes make the news - but most emergencies don't. A house fire or a loved one needing CPR may not be newsworthy, but they are a tragedy for those involved. We are also training staff and volunteers in emergency preparedness, teaching first aid and CPR classes and delivering messages for members of the Armed Forces and their families as well as collecting lifesaving blood. In every single case, it is the mission of the American Red Cross to be there and help those in need.

	Gifts in Honor: An American Red Cross honor gift allows you to recognize special milestones in your loved ones' lives. Honor gifts are also a meaningful way to acknowledge those people who have made a difference in your own life. When your gift in honor is received, the Amerian Red Cross will promptly send a personalized tribute card to the person or family you indicated, notifying them of your thoughtful donation. Your secure online donation will immediately help the Red Cross support those in need. All donations are tax-deductible. Thank you for celebrating a friend by giving hope to others.

	Gifts in Memory: An American Red Cross memorial gift expresses the sense of loss when you lose the life of someone important to you. It is also a meaningful way to celebrate the memory of a loved one who cared about the Red Cross's mission to relieve human suffering by preventing, preparing for and responding to emergencies. When your memorial gift is received, the American Red Cross will promptly send a personalized tribute card to the person or family you indicate, notifying them of our thoughtful donation. Your secure online donation will immediately support Red Cross service programs. All donations are tax deductible. Thank you for celebrating a memory by giving hope to others.

	Charitable Gift Annuities: You can increase your income, secure your financial future during retirement and ultimately provide substantial support to charities like the American Red Cross, Wayne County Chapter. Contact Financial Development to learn more.

	Having a Will is a Great Way to Benefit your Heirs...and the American Red Cross of Wayne, Wilson and Greene Counties Only about four out of ten Americans have planned for their family and heirs by executing a will. A will directs how a person wants his or her property distributed at death. It is also used for other purposes, such as naming a guardian for minor children, tax and estate planning, and providing for charitable causes. When a person dies, the will is filed with the court to be probated. Contact Financial Development to learn more.

	Turn Your Spare Car into a Tax Donation Donate your unwanted vehicle to the American Red Cross and help make your community a better place to live. Contact Financial Development to learn more. Small and Bulk In-Kind Items Contact Financial Development to learn more. Become an Honored Member of the Clara Barton Society Contact Financial Development to learn more.