We are so thankful for the volunteers and supporters who help make the Red Cross mission possible. Thank you for everything that you do to alleviate human suffering in the face of disasters. Please enjoy a safe and happy thanksgiving with your family and loved ones! 🦃 🙏 🥰

Looking back to December 2024: The Metro New York North Chapter Board welcomed The Grinch as a new Red Cross volunteer to help say THANK YOU to first responders across Greenwich, Conn. ⬇️

Thanksgiving is the number one day of the year for home cooking fires in the U.S., and leaving food unattended is the leading cause. According to the National Fire Protection Association, cooking accounts for 80% of Thanksgiving Day home fires and 40% of related injuries.

In early November, we honored extraordinary women who serve our country and our local communities like Michelle DellaFave at the NYC Women’s Veterans Grove in Central Park.

Our holiday traditions can increase the risk of home fire. Learn how to stay safe while you celebrate. ⬇️

#ICYMI Nov 17-23: Major fire responses in Mount Vernon, East Harlem, and Brooklyn and much more. Read the full post here: https://www.redcrossnyblog.org/2025/11/in-case-you-missed-it_24.html

No holiday celebration would be complete without a feast, but be sure to take precautions against kitchen fires when you’re cooking and baking. ⬇️

We have plenty to be thankful for in the past year like for all the volunteers who provided warm meals to Bronx residents right before the 2024 holidays after a massive water main break on Webster Avenue. ⬇️

Last night, our Disaster Action Team responded to a 4-alarm fire on 1st Ave in East Harlem, helping 20 people who were displaced w/ emergency assistance such as temporary lodging and financial assistance. Big thanks to our volunteers who stepped up to help neighbors in need!

By the end of the response to the Clay Ave fire in Claremont, Bronx on November 3, the Red Cross helped 50 families (118 adults and 21 children) with emergency assistance.

Last week, we honored extraordinary women who serve our country and our local communities like Phyllis Wilson, President of the Women in Military Service for America Memorial Foundation, at the NYC Women’s Veterans Grove in Central Park.

As we approach the holidays, there's plenty to be thankful for like the Long Island Heroes Celebration in 2024. Here was New York Islanders co-owner Jon Ledecky, our 2024 Humanitarian Honoree, having fun with Good Samaritan heroes Anthony Lagos and Kevin Losee.

#ICYMI Nov 10-16: making Brooklyn safer by installing free smoke alarms; celebrating veterans on the week of Veterans Day; much more. ⤵️ ⤵️ ⤵️

On Oct 2, the Red Cross helped 2 families after a fire on Eastern Parkway in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. ⬇️

Earlier this week, we honored extraordinary women who serve our country and our local communities like Heather Goodchild at the NYC Women’s Veterans Grove in Central Park.

Spencer found out that donating blood has a surprise benefit to him in addition to helping others.

#ICYMI Nov 3-9: The Red Cross responded to multiple major fires in the Bronx last week; Day of Service during SOMOS conference in Puerto Rico; and much more. ⤵️ ⤵️ ⤵️

In celebration of Veterans Day, our SAF volunteers handed out thank you cards to veterans as they walked up 5th Avenue at the nation's largest parade honoring those who have served our nation. Thanks to everyone who joined us, and to all who served our country in the military.

This Veterans Day we are so grateful to all who have served our nation. Thank you for for service and for your continued support of communities down the street, across the country and around the world.

 Extraordinary women who served our country and our local communities were honored at an annual tribute ceremony at the NYC Women’s Veterans Grove in Central Park today. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wb5FKqsHC98

Today is the 7th anniversary of the Camp Fire that devastated the California town of Paradise and inspired the events of the recent Apple TV movie, The Lost Bus. Listen to our two-part podcast about the disaster. https://youtu.be/yIcqayaFJ8I?si=zEjsHDLMUXcMZGkK

On October 1st, after a dramatic partial-building collapse on Alexander Avenue in Mott Haven, Bronx, the Red Cross setup a shelter and helped 31 families.

The #LIHeroes Celebration is over, but two of the honorees, Charlie Dubofsky of Brookville and Sydney Hassenbein of Roslyn, were highlighted by the Long Island Press for turning personal tragedy into a source of hope for others.

#ICYMI Oct 27-Nov 2: Team Red Cross runs the TCS NYC Marathon, fatal flooding in Brooklyn and Manhattan; Halloween Blood Drive; and much more! ⤵️ ⤵️ ⤵️

The Red Cross is currently supporting a reception center for residents impacted by the fire on Clay Ave in the Bronx. Any residents in need of help with their recovery should come to: William Hodson Community Center 1320 Webster Ave (at E 169th St)

When Graham learned that a friend from his DnD campaign had a recurrence of cancer and would be starting chemo, he wanted to do something truly impactful — so he turned on @criticalrole.bsky.social and settled in for a platelet donation. Read more here: https://rdcrss.org/49twNYD

As you 'fall back' tomorrow for Day Light Savings Time, don't forget to test your smoke alarms! ⏰

Donating blood isn't like Squid Game. Linda says its simple, easy and everyone should do it!

Don't be frightened to give the gift of life on Halloween or any other day. 👻 🎃 👽

You'll never guess what happens in this spooky Red Cross #TBT Halloween Story from 2016! 👻 🎃

Spooky season is in full swing, but being prepared can help you be less scared about what you'd do during a disaster. Hear from our Long Island CEO, Jose Dominguez, as he talks to Kristie Reeter at @news12li.bsky.social about what you might want in your emergency go-kit. https://rdcrss.org/47x3NfU

Red Crossers know how vital it is to donate blood. ⛑️ Video produced by @suttlehanphoto.bsky.social.

#ICYMI Oct 20-26: #LIRedCross opened a shelter after Freeport fire; celebrating #LIHeroes; preparing for Hurricane Melissa; and much more. ⤵️ ⤵️ ⤵️

Last week, after a fire tore through an apartment building in Freeport, NY — displacing 19 households, our Long Island volunteers stepped up to help open a shelter for two nights.

Rissa started donating blood on her 16th birthday and continues to do so because people need it. Video produced by Kevin Suttlehan.

Just months after moving into their new family home, Cristina and her husband smelled smoke. Less than ten minutes after walking in the door, they stood outside in the rain and watched their home burn. Read more about what happened to Cristina here: https://rdcrss.org/47fKoQH

We’re proud to honor Officers Timothy Deegan & Matthew Walling with the First Responder Heroes Award at the 2025 #LIHeroes Celebration for their commitment to protecting and serving our community. https://youtu.be/D38aDWcfioY

We’re proud to honor Charlie Dubofsky and Sydney Hassenbein with the Youth Heroes Award at the 2025 #LIHeroes Celebration for turning pain into purpose and helping others find hope. https://youtu.be/hA1uzuaZ5gU

We’re proud to honor Luv Michael with the Community Impact Hero Award at the 2025 #LIHeroes Celebration for their unwavering commitment to building a more inclusive world. https://youtu.be/xxn3V6dPMuM

We’re proud to honor Jennifer Keane with the Disaster Hero Award at the 2025 #LIHeroes Celebration for her heroic response in a moment of crisis. https://youtu.be/cifbaVmw778

We’re proud to honor Mel Cohen with the Military Hero Award at the 2025 #LIHeroes Celebration for his lifelong service and unwavering dedication. https://youtu.be/5q8XssRCTZ0

We’re proud to honor Dr. Iroku-Malize with the Global Citizenship Hero Award at the 2025 #LIHeroes Celebration for her visionary leadership and global impact. https://youtu.be/L2lyEmZB9WE

COUNTDOWN: 1 day until we honor #LIHeroes like Officers Timothy Deegan and Matthew Walling at the 2025 Long Island Heroes Celebration. 🎟️ Support the cause, attend the event, or sponsor a hero! Purchase your tickets here: https://rdcrss.org/481n0Zi

#ICYMI Oct 13-19: Responding to multiple fires across the region; SAF team promoting Restoring Family Links program; and much more. ⤵️ ⤵️ ⤵️

COUNTDOWN: 2 days until we honor #LIHeroes like Jennifer Keane at the 2025 Long Island Heroes Celebration. 🎟️ Support the cause, attend the event, or sponsor a hero! Purchase your tickets here: https://rdcrss.org/481n0Zi

COUNTDOWN: 4 days until we honor #LIHeroes like Luv Michael at the 2025 Long Island Heroes Celebration. 🎟️ Support the cause, attend the event, or sponsor a hero! Purchase your tickets here: https://rdcrss.org/481n0Zi

COUNTDOWN: 4 days until we honor #LIHeroes like Dr. Tochi Iroku-Malize at the 2025 Long Island Heroes Celebration. 🎟️ Support the cause, attend the event, or sponsor a hero! Purchase your tickets here: https://rdcrss.org/481n0Zi

COUNTDOWN: 5 days until we honor #LIHeroes like Charlie Dubofsky and Sydney Hassenbein at the 2025 Long Island Heroes Celebration. 🎟️ Support the cause, attend the event, or sponsor a hero! Purchase your tickets here: https://rdcrss.org/481n0Zi

COUNTDOWN: 6 days until we honor #LIHeroes like Mel Cohen at the 2025 Long Island Heroes Celebration. 🎟️ Support the cause, attend the event, or sponsor a hero! Purchase your tickets here: https://rdcrss.org/481n0Zi

Sean is a Power Red Blood Donor because he knows it's essential to those who depend on it. Video produced by @suttlehanphoto.bsky.social.