| Name of Non-Profit Organization * | American Red Cross |
| Today’s Date: * | Tuesday, July 16, 2019 |
| Organization’s website | http://www.redcross.org |
| EIN / 501(C)(3)Number * | 53-0196605 |
| What year did your organization receive it’s non-profit status? * | 1938 |
| Address * | 
2111 Dana AvenueCincinnati, OH 45207 United States |
| County * | Hamilton |
| Your Name * | Michele Gottschlich |
| Your Title * | Grant Specialist |
| Your email address * | michele.gottschlich@redcross.org |
| Your Phone Number | (513) 509-9847 |
| Executive Director’s Name * | Stephanie Byrd |
| Executive Director’s email address * | stephanie.byrd@redcross.org |
| What is the mission of your organization? | |
| The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. Disaster relief is at the heart of our mission. When disasters strike, the Red Cross mobilizes its dedicated workforce — 90% volunteers — to offer shelter, meals, health, and mental health services and other assistance to address the basic needs of disaster survivors. Every day, the American Red Cross is at work down the street, and around the world. Since its founding in 1881, the Red Cross has been a consistent lifeline for millions during their moments of greatest need. The Red Cross has been supporting the Cincinnati region for over 100 years, touching the lives of nearly 50,000 people each year. Today, local Red Cross services include: • Disaster Relief: The Red Cross provides food, shelter, financial assistance, and comfort to families impacted by disasters. • Disaster Preparedness: The Red Cross trains community members about disaster preparedness, installs smoke alarms in local households, and educates families about fire safety. • Preparedness, Health & Safety Services: The Red Cross trains individuals in lifesaving skills. • Service to Armed Forces: The Red Cross supports members of the military and their families before, during, and after deployment. |
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| Which social causes (up to 3 choices) does your agency address through its programming? * |
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| Any comments about your selections you would like to share with the student philanthropists? | |
| Disaster relief is at the heart of our mission. When disasters strike, the Red Cross mobilizes its dedicated workforce — 90% volunteers — to offer shelter, meals, health and mental health services and other assistance to address the basic needs of disaster survivors. Red Cross disaster preparedness activities focus on the prevention of house fires, the single most frequent “disaster” experienced by our community, by installing FREE alarms and batteries. The Red Cross installs these smoke alarms in the community to help save lives. Our Pillowcase outreach targets youth in 3rd thru 5th grades, teaching them the skills they need to build their own disaster kit and be prepared to survive a disaster. | |
| Does your organization have volunteer opportunities available for students? * | Yes, Grades 9 – 12 |
| List possible volunteer opportunities -or- a link to where they can be found on the web. | As our mission states, we are powered by volunteers and we welcome high school students! redcrossyouth.org is a great place to start if you are looking for opportunities to get involved. Examples include installation of smoke detectors, blood donations, office work, and so much more. |
| Volunteer coordinator | Jordan Tetting |
| Volunteer coordinator’s email address | jordan.tetting@redcross.org |
| Volunteer coordinator’s phone number | (614) 753-2103 |
