Neighbors Helping Neighbors Respond to Presidential Inauguration - Where will you be?

"We will need 300 to 500 volunteers, that includes shelter managers, feeding crews, and first aid go teams on the Mall."

So, where will you be for the Presidential Inauguration? Many readers of Neighbors Helping Neighbors will be volunteering with the American Red Cross.



For additional details, view the complete WUSA9 story.

If you are interested in volunteering with an American Red Cross Disaster Action Team (DAT), the next DAT Training begins January 8 at Chapter Headquarters. For additional information or to register for the DAT Camp, visit: http://www.redcrossnca.org/Online/class_registration.php?action=list&classname=DAT+Camp

UNITED WAY/CFC CAMPAIGN SEASON

Did you know that

$25 provides five blankets at an emergency shelter

$350 will provide emergency food and shelter for 25 disaster victims for one day

$2,500 deploys one emergency response vehicle and drivers (including housing and meals for drivers) to a disaster relief operation.

There are many ways you can make a donation to your local Red Cross Chapter.

Here are some additional ideas, http://www.redcrossnca.org/Donate/make_a_donation.php3

Remember to designate the American Red Cross of the National Capital Area (UW #8022 and CFC #96686) or your local chapter during the United Way/Combined Federal Campaign!

You can also make a donation directly on their donation website.