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The local Red Cross Chapter located in the Mary Bethune Complex in Halifax serves both Halifax and Charlotte County with its humanitarian services and may be reached at 434-476-5148 or 866-242-8757.

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We never know when a family member at home or someone at work might fall, choke or go into cardiac arrest. Would that experience be even more tragic if you did not know what to do? Our classes are taught in an easy-to-understand manner by well trained instructors who are patient and practice one-on-one instruction when needed. Check out our "Take A Class" section on our home page and consider joining us in preventing unnecessary deaths.

Chapter News

July-28-2010

A message from our friends at Richmond Department of Fire and Emergency Services

"Overloaded outlets and undersized electrical extension cords can cause a fire. According to the US Fire Administration, home electrical problems annually account for 67,800 fires, 485 deaths, 2,

July-23-2010

All hands on deck in Halfax-Charlotte

The world of American Red Cross procedures is always changing to keep up with the ever-changing challenges. When those procedures involve issues such as the business operations o

July-23-2010

Disaster volunteers gear up for hurricane season

The Halifax-Charlotte area may not be as hurricane prone as the coastal regions, but the American Red Cross must be prepared for any emergency. That preparation requires much plann

July-13-2010

Red Cross releases six month status report on Haiti

"The American Red Cross remains committed to helping Haitians recover and rebuild. Although our plans will likely evolve to respond to changing needs, we are on tr

THE RED CROSS NEEDS YOU!

Put your military experience to work as a Red Cross Volunteer!

Red Cross VA Hospital Volunteer Services Representative
We are seeking a dynamic, caring, and committed volunteer to manage the Red Cross volunteer program at McGuire VA Medical Center (VAMC) in Richmond, VA, and to help meet the needs of veteran patients and their families.

Position Description: Willingness to support the mission of the American Red Cross. Recruit and place chapter volunteers at McGuire. Serve as a resource to local veterans and active duty members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their family members. Manage volunteer activities at McGuire. VAMC Coordinate volunteer recognition events. Represent the Red Cross at Virginia Veteran Services meetings. Minimum 20-25 volunteer hours required.

Skills Needed: Demonstrated experience (3 + years) in managing and coordinating volunteers or staff. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to manage projects, and interact with others throughout the organization. Military experience preferred, but not required.
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Greater Richmond Chapter
Richmond, VA
Phone: 804.343.2090
Email: dasgupta@usa.redcross.org

DID YOU KNOW?

The Halifax-Charlotte County Chapter in the past 6 six years has trained 9,141 individuals in CPR/AED, First Aid, Lifeguarding, Babysitting and disaster preparedness classes?

DID YOU KNOW?

The Halifax-Charlotte County Chapter of the American Red Cross has provided immediate, emergency needs…shelter, food, clothing and more for 149 families/ 480 individuals at the cost of over $93,000. just in the last six years right here in Halifax and Charlotte County?!!!

BUT, we need your generous help to support our invaluable services. To continue our services at the level you expect from your Red Cross chapter, it costs $6,167/ month or $1,423/ week or only $203/ day. Won’t you help?

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