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American Red Cross of Central & South Texas

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β›‘Serving 83 counties throughout Central & South Texas 🚐 with offices in Austin, San Antonio, Odessa, El Paso, Laredo, Kerrville, Fort Cavazos, Waco & Bryan.

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Si no estΓ‘s seguro de si la Cruz Roja se ha puesto en contacto, llama al 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

21.07.2025 22:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

La Cruz Roja no es una agencia federal. Por favor, ten cuidado con las estafas o con las personas que se hacen pasar por representantes de la Cruz Roja. RecibirΓ‘s una invitaciΓ³n por correo electrΓ³nico y mensaje de texto basada en la informaciΓ³n de contacto que tenemos de ti.

21.07.2025 22:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Si has recibido un mensaje o una llamada de un representante de la Cruz Roja, sigue los pasos indicados en ese mensaje. Si no has recibido un mensaje, pero tu casa sufriΓ³ daΓ±os importantes o fue destruida, por favor visita cruzrojaamericana.org/ObtenerAyuda para verificar tu elegibilidad.

21.07.2025 22:15 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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La Cruz Roja Americana estΓ‘ trabajando activamente para ayudar a las familias afectadas a recuperarse de las devastadoras inundaciones en el centro de Texas.

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If you’re unsure whether the Red Cross has reached out, please call 1-800-RED-CROSS (800-733-2767).

21.07.2025 22:13 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

The American Red Cross is not a government agency. Please be aware of scams or people posing as Red Cross representatives. You will receive an invitation via email and text based on the contact information the Red Cross has for you.

21.07.2025 22:13 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Get Help The thousands of staff and volunteers are here to advise and assist you during disaster recovery and to help you become better prepared to face one in the future.

If you received a message/call from the Red Cross, please follow the steps outlined in that message. If you did not receive a message, but your home experienced major damage or was destroyed, please visit redcross.org/gethelp to check your eligibility for financial assistance.

21.07.2025 22:12 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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The American Red Cross is actively working to help impacted families recover from the devastating floods in Central Texas.

21.07.2025 22:12 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Rain continues across Central Texasβ€”stay alert and take precautions.

πŸ“² Download the free Red Cross Emergency App for real-time weather alerts:
Apple: rdcrss.org/3FMH31F
Android: rdcrss.org/2YCPROq

Stay safe and look out for one another.

13.07.2025 19:48 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Todos necesitamos un pequeΓ±o descanso de vez en cuando, incluso unos pocos minutos de autocuidado cada dΓ­a pueden marcar una gran diferencia. Volver a una rutina lleva tiempo, sΓ© amable contigo. SΓ© paciente contigo mismo y con los que te rodean. πŸ’›

09.07.2025 20:50 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Our hearts are with everyone affected by the flooding in the Hill Country communities.
We are on the ground, working closely with emergency officials. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, call or text the Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990 to speak with a trained mental health professional.

07.07.2025 14:43 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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What an incredible day at the San Antonio Pride Parade! This past weekend, our Greater San Antonio Chapter Red Crossers proudly joined the celebrationβ€”standing together for inclusion, unity, and love.

Thank you to all who celebrated with us!πŸ’› #Pride2025

03.07.2025 20:17 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
A young kid holding a "Certificate of Appreciation" from the American Red Cross, standing in front of a red house. They are wearing a "Star Wars 1977" t-shirt and smiling.

A young kid holding a "Certificate of Appreciation" from the American Red Cross, standing in front of a red house. They are wearing a "Star Wars 1977" t-shirt and smiling.

Harrison Burgess may be young, but his heart is huge. πŸ’™

He raised more than $100 at school for the Red Cross to support people affected by the Southern California wildfires. Here he is delivering his donation and receiving a certificate and pin!

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🚨 Did you know your smoke alarm needs a monthly check to keep you safe?

Take a moment today and make sure it's ready and working.
Remember, home fires are the nation's most frequent disaster. Don't take a chance with your family's safety! #EndHomeFires

02.07.2025 20:26 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Red Cross volunteers assessing damage in a burnt landscape with charred trees and remains of a structure.

Red Cross volunteers assessing damage in a burnt landscape with charred trees and remains of a structure.

Wildfires are impacting states across the country, and experts warn this is just the start of an active season.

You never think it’ll be your town β€” until it is. Help us stay ready to respond wherever and whenever disaster strikes by donating to Red Cross Disaster Relief: rdcrss.org/4lAGA1U

02.07.2025 19:50 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Thank you to News4SA and Fox San Antonio for inviting our team to spotlight the importance of hurricane preparedness & the growing need for volunteers. Your support helps us spread the word, raise awareness, and strengthen our communities as we prepare for what’s ahead. ⛑️

01.07.2025 19:50 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Someone in the U.S. needs blood every two seconds.
Whether it’s your first time donating or your fiftieth, your impact is real. Blood and platelet donors are vital to helping patients every single day.

⛑️Schedule your donation today at redcrossblood.org.

01.07.2025 14:48 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Our volunteers from the Heart of Texas joined the Carl R. Darnell Army Medical Center Resource Fair to connect with the community and share lifesaving resources! ❀️

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to chat with us! ⛑️

27.06.2025 15:08 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Over the weekend our Greater San Antonio chapter team stepped up to support residents displaced by an apartment fire, offering comfort, care, and critical resources during a challenging time.

If you have been affected by a home fire and need assistance, call 1-800-RED-CROSS. We're here to help.

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Our Community Adaptation Program was honored to take part in the San Marcos Juneteenth Unity Walk in the historic Dunbar neighborhood. πŸ–€πŸ’šβ€οΈ

Our teams connected with the communityβ€”signing up volunteers, handing out water, snacks, and cooling towels to keep everyone refreshed during the festivities.

23.06.2025 15:46 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Welcome to the Red Cross! ⛑️ We’re so excited to welcome four amazing new board members to our Permian Basin Chapter.

They recently joined us for a fun and informative new board member orientation, and we’re so excited to see the impact they’ll make in our communities.

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Our Greater San Antonio Chapter team had the pleasure of participating in the United Way Eastside Family Resource Fair.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to chat with us! We proudly shared preparedness tips, community resources, and ways to get involved as a Red Cross volunteer. ⛑️

18.06.2025 15:26 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs bloodβ€”and you can help save lives. This summer, roll up your sleeves with the Red Cross and make a difference. Whether you're a first-time donor or a regular, your donation matters more than ever. Find a blood drive near you: redcrossblood.org.

17.06.2025 16:04 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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This past weekend, our Central Texas Chapter participated in the Mueller Neighborhood Association's First Annual Juneteenth Event!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our table to learn more about the incredible work we do in our communities.

13.06.2025 18:25 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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San Antonio family escapes massive apartment fire that destroyed all their belongings A family of five was sent sprinting from their apartment on Sunday as their building was ravaged with fire.

After a devastating apartment fire displaced multiple residents in San Antonio earlier this week, our dedicated disaster response team and volunteers stepped in to provide immediate support.

We’re grateful to KSAT 12 for helping share this story. Check out the story here: rdcrss.org/4dZsjt7.

12.06.2025 20:49 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
One person standing outside of an American Red Cross emergency response vehicle in a disaster relief vest. Two people are in the vehicle looking out a window with two trays of food sitting on the ledge.

One person standing outside of an American Red Cross emergency response vehicle in a disaster relief vest. Two people are in the vehicle looking out a window with two trays of food sitting on the ledge.

This is what showing up looks like.

Our volunteers have served over 114,000 meals and snacks to people devastated by tornadoes in Kentucky, Missouri and Illinois.

You can make a difference in your community, too, by stepping up to volunteer: rdcrss.org/45TuSux

12.06.2025 17:07 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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American Red Cross celebrates volunteers, seeks more Volunteers helped more than 65,000 people nationwide in 2024.

Thank you to KBTX Media for inviting our Heart of Texas Board Chair, Pam Smits, to speak about the important mission of the Red Cross and highlight the crucial role our volunteers play in making it all possible. ❀️ ⛑️

Check out the story: rdcrss.org/4dZZdtE.

11.06.2025 20:06 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Early this morning, our Greater San Antonio Chapter team responded to an apartment fire at 2439 NE Loop 410 in San Antonio. If you or someone you know has been affected and needs support, please call 1-800-RED-CROSS (733-2767) for assistance. We’re here to help.

09.06.2025 21:50 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Celebrating Our Central Texas Volunteers! ❀️

Volunteers from the Central Texas Chapter were celebrated at the Volunteer Recognition Event! Many were recognized for their years of dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment to helping others. Thank you for all that you do!

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This CPR and AED Awareness Week, we’re reminding everyone that lifesaving starts with learning. Whether you're a parent, coach, teacher or just someone who cares, taking a CPR/AED class gives you the confidence to act when it matters most.

Find a class near you today: rdcrss.org/44Sw9Sj.

04.06.2025 19:40 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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