Breast Cancer Month, CrossWord, Ian Update and More

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HURRICANE IAN UPDATE Just over a week ago, Hurricane Ian slammed into Florida as one of the strongest storms to hit the U.S. in decades. After catastrophic damage across Florida and the Carolinas, millions were left without power, shelter and running water. Our top priority at the Red Cross this past week has been to provide relief, support and comfort to communities impacted, but this is just the beginning of a long road to recovery for so many people affected.       SUPPORT HURRICANE IAN RELIEF     If you or a loved one need to find a safe place to stay, visit redcross.org, download the Red Cross Emergency app or call 800-RED-CROSS (800-733-2767) to find an open shelter near you.       FIND HELP AFTER HURRICANE IAN

The Red CrossWord is back! For many of us, the weather is getting cooler and the need for indoor activities is increasing! This afternoon, grab a warm beverage, take a cozy break and test your knowledge with the October edition of the American Red CrossWord.

Honoring Patients: Breast Cancer Awareness Month   SCHEDULE NOW   Every two minutes, a person in the U.S. is diagnosed with breast cancer — that's a staggering statistic. Cancer and its treatment options can damage blood cells, requiring patients to need blood transfusions. This October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we’re asking all our dedicated (and new!) donors to come in to donate blood in honor of cancer patients and their inspiring journeys. As a special thank you, those who come to give blood Oct. 1-31 will receive a $5 e-gift card to a merchant of their choice.^ There are over 3.8 million breast cancer survivors in the United States. You could be a part of the recovery of even more survivors. Can patients count on you to help in the fight against breast cancer?

SAVE THE DATE: October 16 is World Restart a Heart Day   TAKE A CLASS   Your two hands can save a life...are you ready? October is Sudden Cardiac Arrest Month and October 16 is recognized as World Restart a Heart Day. If you don’t know CPR, commit to getting trained this month on this critical lifesaving skill. The Red Cross offers a variety of courses so that you’ll have the confidence to act when moments matter. Find options that are right for you on our Take a Class page. Then, use the hashtags #CPRsaveslives and #WorldRestartAHeart to share your experiences and photos during this important month.

Run the Boston Marathon® with Team Red Cross this Spring   APPLY NOW   Have you always dreamed of running the oldest and most prestigious marathon in the world? Apply to join Team Red Cross for the 127th Boston Marathon®. Learn more about how you can support the American Red Cross while becoming a part of athletic history.

Rescue Royale: Come to the Rescue to Help Disaster Victims   LEARN MORE   Come to the rescue for communities impacted by disasters. Join our Rescue Royale fundraising campaign to help provide food, shelter, comfort and hope. To save lives and have the chance to earn cool prizes, start your own fundraiser today!

Kick off Your Year-End Giving Today!   LEARN MORE   Donor-Advised Funds (DAF) are the fastest-growing giving vehicles in philanthropy. Donating from your DAF means that your year-end giving can go even further to fuel Red Cross mission. Your forward-thinking investment will help us continue alleviating human suffering in the face of emergencies. Learn more about how you can help provide comfort and care to people in their darkest hours by making a gift through your DAF today!

We thank Circle K for supporting the mission of the Red Cross. Circle K Coastal Carolinas, West Coast and Florida Divisions are pleased to offer a continued partnership with their customers to raise funds year-round to support the services of the Red Cross. Look for collection canisters at checkout to make a contribution.       Thank you, Neiman Marcus and Neiman Marcus Last Call, for helping to ensure community resiliency in the face of disasters and climate-driven crises. Neiman Marcus’ Foundation has supported the Red Cross for a decade. Through October 23, customers can donate to the Red Cross at the register and online at NeimanMarcus. And don’t miss the opportunity to learn more about our founder, Clara Barton, and our mission, which are being highlighted on store walls and windows.     Get access to decades of Red Cross knowledge at your fingertips! Download our FREE mobile apps today and get the tools and preparedness information that you need. Available on App Store® or Google Play™.     Get more of the latest Red Cross news After Storm, Hero Care Center Staff Committed to Meeting Needs of Military Community Red Cross Urges Blood Donations in Areas Unaffected by Ian Red Cross Working 24/7 to Help Florida Storm Victims     Make a monthly donation and receive a special Red Cross Pin as our way of saying thanks! BECOME A CHAMPION     As we’ve seen over the past week, storms can devastate a community overnight and force so many individuals and families to flee their homes. In the midst of such disasters, the American Red Cross is able to provide comfort, relief, and hope for tomorrow to people during their darkest hours. And this is only possible because of the commitment of compassionate friends like you. While we don’t know for sure when the next disaster will happen, we know one is never far away. That’s why it’s so important that Red Cross teams are always at the ready to help those in need. If you can, please consider making a gift today to provide lifesaving assistance to a community impacted by disaster. Every donation is so important to this essential work. Please continue to stay safe and prepared — and thank you for all you do to help build stronger communities across the country. Gail McGovern President and CEO American Red Cross   It is only because of supporters like you that the Red Cross is able to respond when a disaster strikes or a home is impacted by fire, when someone needs CPR or a lifesaving blood transfusion, or when a family needs to contact a deployed service member in an emergency. And we don’t want to lose you! Thanks for your support! © 2022 American Red Cross | 431 18th Street NW Washington DC 20006 Donate by phone: 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) | Donate by Mail A gift of any size supports all of the urgent humanitarian needs of the American Red Cross.   The Red Cross is proud that an average of 90 cents of every dollar we spend is invested in delivering care and comfort to those in need.