American Red Cross
COVID-19 in Grand Rapids: Thursday, April 9 updates
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 04-09-2020 under NEWS
Today, April 9, marks 233 confirmed coronavirus cases in Kent County and nine confirmed deaths. Statewide, the number has risen to 21,504 confirmed cases and 1,076 confirmed deaths. With the state reaching new milestones of over 20,000 cases and...
CARE Ballet Supports Red Cross fire clients
by (careballet)
Submitted 11-21-2016 under NONPROFITS
Every year the West Michigan American Red Cross Chapter responds to over 350 home fires in its 12 county area. Teams of volunteers respond 24/7 to meet the emergency needs of families who have often lost everything. In addition to providing funds...Hometown Heroes 2015 Profiles: Jamie Hamming
by (RedCrossGGR)
Submitted 04-14-2015 under NONPROFITS
Each year the American Red Cross celebrates the community heroes who inspire us through their commitment to service and their recognition of the humanity of their neighbors down the street, across the country, and around the world. The event will be...Not All Heroes Wear Capes: Celebrate Community Heroes!
by (grpl)
Submitted 04-14-2015 under
Come talk to the real-life heroes that live and work in Grand Rapids. Explore the vehicles and tools they use in their work on display in the streets in front of the Main Library and the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum. Grand Rapids Fire and...
Hometown Heroes 2015 Profiles: Judge Sara Smolenski
by (RedCrossGGR)
Submitted 03-24-2015 under NONPROFITS
Each year the American Red Cross celebrates the community heroes who inspire us through their commitment to service and their recognition of the humanity of their neighbors down the street, across the country, and around the world. The event will be...
Hometown Heroes 2015 Profiles: Frederick Bw'Ombongi
by (RedCrossGGR)
Submitted 03-20-2015 under NONPROFITS
Each year the American Red Cross celebrates the community heroes who inspire us through their commitment to service and their recognition of the humanity of their neighbors down the street, across the country, and around the world. The event will be...
Hometown Heroes 2015 Profiles: Sister Carmen Rostar
by (RedCrossGGR)
Submitted 03-11-2015 under NONPROFITS
Each year the American Red Cross celebrates the community heroes who inspire us through their commitment to service and their recognition of the humanity of their neighbors down the street, across the country, and around the world. The event will be...
Stay safe this summer with new Red Cross swim app
by (RedCrossGGR)
Submitted 06-09-2014 under NONPROFITS
West Michigan has no shortage of places to enjoy the water this summer. From the golden dunes of Lake Michigan beaches to rivers, creeks, and backyard pools, it seems that everywhere we turn there is an opportunity for some aquatic fun. However,...American Red Cross volunteers & donors honored in "Sweet Celebration"
by (RedCrossGGR)
Submitted 06-04-2014 under NEWS
Last Thursday, the American Red Cross of Greater Grand Rapids chapter held an ice cream social to celebrate the contributions of its most active volunteers and blood donors. The “Sweet Celebration," attended by board members, volunteers,...
Red Cross Tornado App keeps GR residents ready for storm season
by (RedCrossGGR)
Submitted 05-16-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
It's finally spring in West Michigan, that means storm season. After a dramatic and neverending winter, barometric pressures in the Midwest have been sporatic since the thaw, and tornadoes have already touched down this spring across most of our...