Desert Charities News - Jan-Feb-Mar 2024

Page 15 Desert Charities News – www .desertcharities.com • www.dcnnews.com January/February/March 2024 73-061 EL PASEO SUITE 8, PALM DESERT shorebirdca.com www.cabotsmuseum.org The American Red Cross exists to provide compassionate care to those in need - down the street, across the country and around the world. The work of the Red Cross spans the globe, but the impacts of its services are personal and lifechanging. Every year, the American Red Cross of Riverside County responds to local disasters like wildfires, home fires, flooding and more, and supports families affected so they don’t have to face disasters alone; trains thousands of people in First Aid/CPR/AED classes and other courses that can help save lives; offers a variety of free preparedness programs year-round; provides vital services to members the military community, and so much more. Help the Red Cross fulfill its mission: VOLUNTEER: Volunteers are needed. All experience levels are welcome, and training is provided. Red Cross volunteers are neighbors helping neighbors. Learn more at redcross.org/volunteer. DONATE: The Red Cross is proud that an average of 90 cents of every dollar spent is invested in providing care and comfort for people in need. Visit redcross. org to learn more or to make a financial donation. Individual and corporate financial donations can also be made by contacting Avery W. Bell, Regional Philanthropy Officer, at avery.bell4@redcross.org or 760-422-9754. Give Blood: Blood donors are always needed. Schedule an appointment to donate by visiting RedCrossBlood.org. To learn more, visit redcross.org/SoCal. American Red Cross Down the Street, Across the County, Around theWorld