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Red Cross Giving Day: Help disaster victims with your donation
Red Cross Giving Day: Help disaster victims with your donation

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time25-03-2025

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Red Cross Giving Day: Help disaster victims with your donation

WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — March is Red Cross month, and to celebrate this month, the American Red Cross Serving Texas Big Country chapter is hosting the 11th annual Red Cross Giving Day on March 26. Imagine losing everything in a fire or a storm and having nowhere to run. For many families, the Red Cross is that lifeline, and on this giving day, they're asking for your support. Wichita Falls City Council set to appoint new city manager: Who are the candidates? Red Cross Giving Day aims to rally 30,000 supporters to aid those affected by disasters, big and small. Your donation can provide relief and care for something as small but impactful as $5 for a blanket to wrap around a person`s shoulders, $11 for a nutritious meal, snack and drink or $24 for comfort kits, each with supplies like a toothbrush, comb and shampoo. 90% Of the Red Cross workforce are volunteers. The vital work of the American Red Cross is made possible by people like you who contribute their time to support families impacted by disasters, assist veterans and help strengthen communities in need. Donors are an integral part of this organization's work. According to the Red Cross, it responds to a disaster every 8 minutes. 'In 2024, we responded to 29 disasters right here in Wichita County. Most of those being home fires. Also, our chapter is comprised of 38 counties, and we responded to over 228 disasters during that time frame,' Executive Director of TBCC of American Red Cross, Kara Nickens, said. The Red Cross also offers lifesaving classes, such as first aid, CPR and swimming. Visit their website to join any classes, donate, or volunteer. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.

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