VOLUNTEER WORD OF THE ARLINGTON RED CROSS
May 5th – May 18th
Upcoming Events & Meetings:
Disaster Committee Meeting Our next Disaster Committee Meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 13th at 7:00 pm at the Arlington Chapter. All Disaster Services volunteers are welcome and encouraged to attend. This month we’ll be our first combined meeting with our colleagues from Alexandria!! The Animal Welfare League of Arlington will also be present to talk with us about Pet Sheltering. Hope to see you there!
Youth Team (ages 12 – 18)
Hemlock Overlook Saturday, May 10, 9:30 am – 4 pm
Neighborhood Day Parade Saturday, May 10, 11 am – 3 pm
Youth Team Meeting Wednesday, May 14, 6 – 7 pm
Youth Team Meeting Wednesday, May 28, 6 – 7 pm
Safety Sunday II Sunday, June 1, 11:30 am – 4:30 pm
National Trails Day Cleanup Saturday, June 7, 2:30 – 5:30 pm
Youth Team Meeting Wednesday, June 11, 6 – 7 pm
Alexandria Waterfront Festival Saturday, June 14, 12 – 4:30 pm
Summer Kick Off Monday, June 23, 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Youth Team Meeting Wednesday, June 25, 6 – 7 pm
If you are between the ages of 12 and 18 and would like to sign up for any of the activities listed above, please contact Heather Pritchett at hpritchett@arlingtonredcross.org or 703-527-3010 x735.
Club Red Upcoming Events
(Club Red is a volunteer group for young professionals in their 20s and 30s)
- Wine Tasting: Join Club Red and Curious Grape for an evening of wine tasting and exploration! This event will take place at Courtland Towers (1200 N Veitch St) at 8:00 pm on Thursday, May 8. Cost of attendance is $25 for Club Red members and $35 for non-members. RSVP to Heather Pritchett at hpritchett@arlingtonredcross.org or 703-527-3010 x735. It is recommended that you call ahead to pay and reserve your ticket. Tickets will be sold at the door, based on remaining availability.
- Blood Drive: Club Red is hosting its own blood drive at the Arlington County Chapter on Saturday, May 31st from 9 am to 3 pm. To sign up for a donation appointment online, go HERE.
- Alexandria Waterfront Festival: Club Red will be helping out as beer pourers during the evening on Saturday, June 14th. Mark your calendars now. More info will be coming soon!
If you are interested in joining Club Red, please contact Heather Pritchett, Volunteer Coordinator, at 703-527-3010 x735 or hpritchett@arlingtonredcross.org.
Chapter Events Dates for upcoming events and activities can be found Here
Special Announcements:
Annual Recognition Event Award Winners Congratulations to our Annual Volunteer Recognition Event award winners:
President’s Volunteer Service Awards:
(Awarded to youth volunteers based on number of volunteer hours over the past year.)
Rosemarie Bundoc Bronze
Sabrina Zeile Bronze
Years of Service Pins:
(Awarded to volunteers based on number of years of service.)
John Ford 5 years
Sara Cribari 5 years
Colleen Dykema 5 years
Justin King 5 years
Douglas Kinney 10 years
George Saunders 10 years
Kenneth Briggs 15 years
Terry Georgia 20 years
Katherine Dey 25 years
Rising Star Awards:
(Nominated by staff. Awarded to relatively new volunteers who have shown great dedication to our mission.)
Jessica Craven
Kristen Lloyd
Sean Garney
Judith Crews
Holly Halsey
Joy Hoffmann
Outstanding Volunteer Awards:
(Nominated by staff. Awarded to long time volunteers who go above and beyond average voluntary service.)
Sara Wolfe
Sabrina Zeile
Marie Kelly
Mary Anne Kelly
Jim Moss
Special Recognitions:
(Nominated by staff. Awarded to groups and individuals who have helped our Chapter in various ways.)
Wakefield Red Cross Club
Swanson Red Cross Club
Arlington CERT
Ginny Stubbs
Elizabeth Davnie
Cynthia Mattson
Sherri Watkins
Brunsman Award:
(Our Chapter’s highest honor! Nominated by staff and volunteers. Awarded to a volunteer who demonstrates an outstanding commitment to the Red Cross mission and whose leadership greatly impacts our Chapter.)
Gerry Cox
Employee of the Year:
(Nominated by staff. Awarded to a paid staff member whose dedication and teamwork go above and beyond the normal call of duty.)
Dawn Kuras, Disaster Services Coordinator
Prize Patrol Congratulations to our National Volunteer Week Prize Patrol winners: Beatrice Nguyen, Sean Garney, and George Saunders! They correctly answered the trivia question “Who is the honorary Chairman of the American Red Cross?” The correct answer is the President of the United States, currently George W. Bush. Congratulations to Beatrice, Sean, and George!
Medical Loan Closet Many residents of Arlington County rely on our medical loan closet for walkers, wheelchairs, and bedside commodes. Please take a moment to look in your attics and basements for any such items that are not in use and are just collecting dust. Rolling walkers are in NEED!! To those of you who have brought in donations, we thank you so much. Call Lynn Brown at 703-527-3010 x738 to make a donation.
Volunteer Needs:
Neighborhood Day Parade Walkers Arlington’s annual Neighborhood Day Parade is taking place on Saturday, May 10th. The Arlington County Chapter is scheduled to participate in the parade, and we are looking for volunteers to walk in the parade alongside a Red Cross vehicle and hand out goodies to onlookers. The parade route is approximately one mile and the parade begins promptly at 1:00 pm. We need approximately 25 walkers. Contact Heather Pritchett at hpritchett@arlingtonredcross.org or 703-527-3010 x735 if interested.
Blood Drive Assistants Blood Drive Assistants staff the registration and refreshment desks at local blood drives. This is a great opportunity for those with daytime, weekday availability. Shifts typically last 4-6 hours and scheduling is flexible. There is a one-hour required training. If interested, please contact Heather Pritchett at hpritchett@arlingtonredcross.org or 703-527-3010 x735.
Drivers (Regular and Substitute) Responsible for transporting clients to medical appointments or grocery shopping within Arlington County. Must have basic knowledge of Arlington County and/or the ability to use maps and written directions. Volunteers must possess a valid driver's license, have a safe DMV record and be comfortable driving mini-vans. Other training as required will be provided. Drivers will work closely with the Transportation Scheduler and other volunteers on a regular basis. Positions available for regular route drivers or those who just wish to volunteer on an as-needed basis. HOURS/AVAILABILITY: Minimum (1) 4 hour shift per week – Monday thru Thursday. Interested? Contact Rochelle Brown at rbrown@arlingtonredcross.org or 703-527-3010 x734.
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