American Red Cross Hero Awards 2018: Nominations Open
American
Red Cross Hero Awards 2018: Nominations Open
Red Cross Hero Awards 2018: Nominations Open
Honor
people who have exemplified courage, kindness, selflessness and bravery by
nominating them for a prestigious American Red Cross Hero Award. Each year, for
more than two decades, the American Red Cross in Oregon and Southwest
Washington has recognized individuals who have lived the Red Cross mission to
prevent and alleviate suffering. Do you know a hero? Has a colleague, neighbor,
family member, or student played an instrumental role in rescuing someone in
danger or saving a life? Have they given of their time and talents in
extraordinary ways? Nominate them for their heroic actions now!
people who have exemplified courage, kindness, selflessness and bravery by
nominating them for a prestigious American Red Cross Hero Award. Each year, for
more than two decades, the American Red Cross in Oregon and Southwest
Washington has recognized individuals who have lived the Red Cross mission to
prevent and alleviate suffering. Do you know a hero? Has a colleague, neighbor,
family member, or student played an instrumental role in rescuing someone in
danger or saving a life? Have they given of their time and talents in
extraordinary ways? Nominate them for their heroic actions now!
Nominating
a Hero is easy. Complete the simple online form at redcross.org/Heroes2018 or
fill out the online form and mail it to American Red Cross, 3131 N. Vancouver
Ave., Portland, OR 97227. View last year’s Hero Award winners.
a Hero is easy. Complete the simple online form at redcross.org/Heroes2018 or
fill out the online form and mail it to American Red Cross, 3131 N. Vancouver
Ave., Portland, OR 97227. View last year’s Hero Award winners.
All
forms must be received by Friday, December 22, 2017. The heroic
actions of nominees should have taken place between December 1, 2016 and
December 1, 2017. Award winners will be recognized at our Red Cross Heroes
Breakfast on March 9, 2018 at the Vancouver Hilton.
forms must be received by Friday, December 22, 2017. The heroic
actions of nominees should have taken place between December 1, 2016 and
December 1, 2017. Award winners will be recognized at our Red Cross Heroes
Breakfast on March 9, 2018 at the Vancouver Hilton.
Nominate
heroes in the following categories:
heroes in the following categories:
- COMMUNITY
HERO is presented to an individual who displayed leadership
and commitment to his or her community by making a positive and
significant impact. - GOOD
SAMARITAN HERO is
presented to an individual who displayed courage and compassion upon encountering
unusual, significant or unexpected circumstances. - FIRST
RESPONDER HERO is
presented to an individual or group of the public service community (i.e.
EMS, firefighter, or law enforcement) who went above and beyond the call
of duty to save a life. - GIVE
LIFE HERO is
presented to an individual whose commitment to blood and platelet donation
played a significant role in ensuring the health of patients in our local
communities and throughout the country. - MILITARY
HERO is presented to an active, reserve or retired member of
the Armed Forces or ROTC or civilian that has made a significant impact on
the military community. - YOUTH GOOD SAMARITAN HERO (Under 21) is presented to an outstanding young person
who displayed courage and compassion upon encountering an unusual,
significant or unexpected incident. - VOLUNTARY
SERVICE HERO is presented to an individual who has displayed an
exemplary commitment to voluntary service resulting in a significant and
positive impact in his or her community.