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The Prophet Of Doom Speaks
“An earthquake preparedness kit? I don’t have an earthquake preparedness kit.”Uh, ouch.Like our friend — and Prophet of Doom — James Roddey, we’re working hard to change the perception that […]
Discrimination Sux
Around the globe, Red Cross societies are celebrating World Refugee Week (June 20-26). And we would expect nothing less than awesome from the Australian Red Cross in honor of the […]
The More Things Change…
For those of you who used to subscribe to the Ready Radio podcast on iTunes, you’ve probably been wondering what the heck happened to us. Surprise! Nothing happened to us. […]
Dragon Boaters Paddle To The Finish!
Is there anything tougher-sounding than a “Dragon Boat Team?” I think not. This past weekend, the Red Cross Racers, our group of awesomely aquatic staff and volunteers, competed in the […]
Worldwide Wednesday Wrap-Up
Welcome to the Worldwide Wednesday Wrap-Up, in which we consolidate the international Red Cross and Red Crescent news into one list of bite-sized links for you. It’s a non-comprehensive sampling […]
VIDEO: Demi’s Visit To Chile
I don’t know much about Demi Lovato, but judging by this video, she seems like an awfully big-hearted young woman. Demi went to Chile with the Red Cross and was […]
Charles Drew Blood Drive
On Saturday, June 12, the Portland Red Cross hosted the Charles Drew Blood Drive. It was a huge success, not just for bringing in blood donations, but for strengthening our […]
We (Still) Shine As One
I didn’t want to let World Blood Donor Day pass without sharing MY favorite video. Here’s Robin lipsynching the theme song “We Shine As One.” Lyrics are available, if you’d […]
Emergency Preparedness Town Hall Tonight
Nothing on your calendar for tonight? Consider checking this out… The Portland Office of Emergency Management is hosting a Town Hall to talk about emergency preparedness and hear from you […]