Annual Report
March 1, 2012 by RedCrossWI ·
Please follow this link for the 2010-2011 Annual Report for the American Red Cross Western Illinois Chapter
Japan Earthquake and Pacific Tsunami
February 28, 2012 by RedCrossWI ·
February 14, 2012 by RedCrossWI ·
For the 17th year, the Jean Wilson Production has put together a charity benefit concert for the American Red Cross of Western Illinois. This year, the concert looks at the History of Rock N Roll featuring Bill Haley’s Comets, Tommy Vale & The Torpedos, and Elvis Aaron Presley Jr. (The ACTUAL son of Elvis). The concert will take place at the Orpheum Theatre at 7:30PM with doors opening at 6:30PM. For any questions or to purchase tickets for this event, please contact us at our office at 309-344-1611. Tickets are going fast so get them while you can!
Cherry Street Charity Tuesday
February 14, 2012 by RedCrossWI ·
The American Red Cross of Western Illinois has been chosen by Cherry Street Bar and Restaurant to be the recipient of their Charity Tuesday donation on February 21st, 2012. For Charity Tuesday, Cherry Street will donate a portion of food purchases between 11am and 9pm to our chapter. Let your friends and family know- it’s hard to beat charitable donations that you can eat!
Donations to American Red Cross Helping Haiti Recover and Rebuild at Two-Year Anniversary of Earthquake
January 17, 2012 by RedCrossWI ·
Two years after the Haiti earthquake, the American Red Cross is helping people rebuild their homes and their lives and improving communities with health, water and sanitation projects.
In a two-year update, the American Red Cross highlighted its emergency work after the 7.0 earthquake struck Haiti on January 12, 2010, as well as its recovery efforts over the past year.
Click on the picture above to read the 2-year report.
Your American Red Cross assists Monmouth Family
January 3, 2012 by RedCrossWI ·
Monmouth Firefighters extinguished a mobile home blaze early Tuesday morning within a half hour, but were unable to preserve the home.
Firefighters say they responded to a call at 3:25am from a single adult living inside the house trailer at 1016 South B Street in Monmouth.
They say Monmouth Fire were the only ones on the scene, and the flames were controlled in roughly thirty minutes time.
The resident suffered no injuries according to fire officials. They say the adult was able to exit the home without any assistance.
With the mobile home deemed, “un-livable” from the fire’s destruction, the American Red Cross Western Illinois Chapter says they’re providing supplies to meet that individual’s needs.
The Monmouth Fire Department is listing the cause of the fire as undetermined and is continuing investigations.
article originally posted 12/28/2011 by WGIL in Galesburg, Illinois
Change a Life – Starting With Your Own! Red Cross Offers Free Disaster Volunteer Training
September 27, 2011 by RedCrossWI ·
Are you interested in becoming a disaster volunteer? Disaster volunteers respond to natural disaster events in Henderson, Knox and Warren Counties and are given the option to respond to large-scale disasters throughout the country. Disaster response includes survey and damage assessment, casework, feeding, sheltering, and more. Volunteers receive training in the desired areas and can specialize in specific functions for local and national disaster response.
The American Red Cross Western Illinois chapter is offering FREE training for individuals interested in becoming disaster volunteers. The 5 core curriculum classes must be completed to provide volunteers with the skills needed to effectively respond to natural and man-made disasters. These are offered over a 7 week period with one session each week.
All Classes held at the American Red Cross Western Illinois Chapter, 143 East Main Street, Galesburg, Illinois 61401 unless otherwise noted.
• Disaster Services: An Overview– Introduces potential disaster volunteers to the role of the Red Cross in the community’s actions in preparing for, responding to and recovering from emergencies and disasters. Tuesday, October 4, 2011, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
• Disaster Assessment Basics – Introduces the critical role of disaster assessment, explore related preparedness tasks, learn how to collect and communicate disaster assessment information & become familiar with how disaster assessment information supports management and service delivery decisions. Tuesday, October 25, 2011, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
• Shelter Operations/Simulation – Provides participants with knowledge of Red Cross policies and procedures for setting up, running and closing a shelter during a disaster. Simulation offers an exercise in completing this task.
Shelter Operations: Tuesday, November 1, 2011, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Shelter Simulation: Tuesday, November 8, 2011, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
• Client Casework: Providing Emergency Assistance – Trains Red Cross caseworkers how to conduct effective client interviews and provide appropriate assistance to help meet the client’s immediate disaster caused needs.
First of two sessions: Tuesday, October 11, 2011, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Second of two sessions: Tuesday, October 18, 2011, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
ADDITIONAL TRAINING:
ERV, Ready, Set Roll!
Saturday, October 22, 2011 from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
*This class will be held at the American Red Cross of the Quad Cities Area, 1100 River Drive, Moline, Illinois
These are FREE trainings. To register, please call Lisa at (309) 344-1611
Japan Earthquake and Pacific Tsunami – Six Month Bulletin
September 20, 2011 by RedCrossWI ·
In the six months since the tragic earthquake and tsunami in Japan, donations to the American Red have helped the Japanese Red Cross meet the emergency and longer-term needs of families living in evacuation centers and temporary housing.
The American Red Cross has contributed nearly $260 million to Japan’s recovery since the March 11 disaster.
Click on the picture below to read the 6 month donor bulletin on the American Red Cross relief efforts in Japan.
We Want You to be a Disaster Volunteer!
February 9, 2011 by RedCrossWI ·
The Western Illinois Red Cross is looking for new volunteers
to be on their disaster action team.
Volunteers will assist families following a disaster.
Find out more by calling (309) 344-1611
Free Smoke Detectors!
July 22, 2010 by western illinois ·
FREE SMOKE DETECTORS!
The Galesburg Fire Department has received a grant to install FREE smoke detectors with 10 year batteries in homes that have occupants ages 5 and under or 75 and older. Any home in the City of Galesburg fitting this description may be eligible for up to three (3) free detectors valued at over $60. In addition, with your permission we will provide information and guidance on other safety advice for your home and family including a home safety inspection.
If you or anyone you know is interested in this program and qualifies, please contact us by phone 345-3756, email firesec@ci.galesburg.il.us , or by mailing the following information to 150 S. Broad St:
Your Name
Address
Phone #
If you rent, Your Landlord’s Name & Phone
When would be the best time to install?
The installation, inspection, and review of safety information will take about 30 minutes. We will phone you before we arrive. Most of the installations will be done this fall.
