Every spring, the American Red Cross of Greater Chicago holds its Heroes Breakfast, honoring local community members who have “demonstrated heroism through extraordinary acts of courage or kindness.” To nominate a hero, visit the Red Cross website and complete a nomination form. Nominations are due Friday, December 31, 2021. “Every year we look forward to […]
The Covid-19 pandemic forced the American Red Cross to make its biennial Tiffany Circle Summit – a gathering of women leaders committed to the Red Cross’ mission – a virtual event. Ultimately, the virtual format will allow more women to attend and learn about the Red Cross’ mission. At this year’s Summit on Oct. 6-7, […]
The Covid-19 pandemic forced the American Red Cross to make its biennial Tiffany Circle Summit – a gathering of women leaders committed to the Red Cross’ mission – a virtual event. Ultimately, the virtual format will allow more women to attend and learn about the Red Cross’ mission. At this year’s Summit on Oct. 6-7, […]
With the Fourth of July holiday approaching, there’s no better time to commend those that contribute to their communities and America through service. The American Red Cross of Illinois celebrates the everyday heroes in our communities and honors their acts of great bravery, dedication, and service through their annual Heroes Breakfast event. The event also serves as a way for […]
The past year has been unprecedented in just about every sense. Thankfully, heroes from across Illinois stepped up to help in remarkable ways. The American Red Cross of Illinois is proud to honor and recognize 24 unique community heroes — join us in celebrating these extraordinary individuals, including: a young veteran who sprang into action […]
The past year has been unprecedented in just about every sense. Thankfully, heroes from across Illinois stepped up to help in remarkable ways. The American Red Cross of Illinois is proud to honor and recognize 24 unique community heroes — join us in celebrating these extraordinary individuals, including: a young veteran who sprang into action […]
Across the U.S., the Red Cross is dealing with a disaster season of massive proportions. The American Red Cross is deploying volunteers to assist. To compound the challenges of 2020, this disaster season has proven that Mother Nature doesn’t take a break, even during a global pandemic. In July, Hurricane Hanna made landfall in Texas—the […]
Across the U.S., the Red Cross is dealing with a disaster season of massive proportions. The American Red Cross is deploying volunteers to assist. To compound the challenges of 2020, this disaster season has proven that Mother Nature doesn’t take a break, even during a global pandemic. In July, Hurricane Hanna made landfall in Texas—the […]
Across the U.S., the Red Cross is dealing with a disaster season of massive proportions. The American Red Cross is deploying volunteers to assist. To compound the challenges of 2020, this disaster season has proven that Mother Nature doesn’t take a break, even during a global pandemic. In July, Hurricane Hanna made landfall in Texas—the […]
Change lives with a donation in honor of a 2020 Chicago Red Cross Hero, and your gift will be matched! The Covid-19 pandemic sadly forced the Chicago Red Cross to cancel its 18th annual Heroes Breakfast fundraiser, at which 14 heroes were to be honored. But, hopefully, by releasing their stories online instead, they will ultimately […]
