American Red Cross

What would we do without humanitarians like Kimberly Kongjoni? She joined the American Red Cross of South Carolina as a community disaster specialist nearly three years ago, and since then, has responded to multiple large-scale disasters across the country, educated numerous people on emergency preparedness and response, and regularly uses her native Spanish-speaking skills to connect Latino and Hispanic families to the Red Cross. “I connect with community agencies that serve Hispanic and Latino communities to share important safety and disaster information like home fire safety,” Kimberly said. “A lot of people don’t know smoke alarms become defective after 10 years, or you need to have one in every room. I get to do that for them and even educate my own mother on what the Red Cross has to offer.” Before joining the Disaster Cycle Services team, Kimberly was an International Services volunteer in Georgia. She would connect with community partners who helped refugees and immigrants during the pandemic. Fast forward to today, she has several disaster deployments under her belt. Most notably, she responded to Hurricanes Ian, Idalia, Beryl, Debby, and Helene — to name a few — serving in various roles that support our sheltering and feeding efforts. “During Beryl, I helped distribute meals at least once a day out in the community,” she said. “It was very inspiring and powerful because I got to see the reality of those who were affected, and a lot of them were minorities. I got to talk to people and give them something as simple as a meal and information on where they can go for help and who they can reach out to.” Kimberly, who is a proud Dominican and Puerto Rican, knows the profound difference it makes when a Latino and/or Hispanic family learns she speaks Spanish on deployment or during a local disaster response. “It means the world to them because they feel like their voice is being heard — they feel represented during a time of disaster,” she said. “I’ve seen many times when Spanish speakers are concerned we would report them, and they are afraid to open up to us. Being there to show them, 'Hey, I look like you, and I speak your language,' really makes them feel safe." You can make your career a force for good and use your talent like Kimberly does to help people in need at the Red Cross. Consider joining our team by exploring our open opportunities: https://rdcrss.org/3rB23vb

Steve Martin was playing pickleball when he suddenly began feeling dizzy. After telling his partner, he collapsed on the court and went into cardiac arrest. "I was told I was flat on my back and lifeless," Steve said. The seven people on staff at the recreation center that day immediately sprung into action. They called 911 and worked together to provide CPR for nine minutes until EMS arrived. "An AED shocked me twice, and the CPR kept me alive," Steve said. "I woke up driving into the emergency ambulance bay at the hospital.” Steve firmly believes that if those staff members didn't act as quickly and confidently as they did, he may not be alive today. The American Red Cross North Carolina presented them with Red Cross Lifesaving Awards to honor and thank them. Whether you're at home, work or play, you can help keep your community safe by learning CPR. Sign up for a class this Heart Month: https://rdcrss.org/4gwWo2N

Football legend Tony Gonzalez knows you can’t run down the clock in an emergency. The survival rate of a person in cardiac arrest drops seven to 10 percent every minute CPR is delayed. Be a team player and sign up to take a lifesaving class: https://rdcrss.org/4hqySWp

Your dream job is out there – you just have to apply! We're currently looking to fill these remote positions: - Business Systems Application Analyst - Donor Care Specialist - Lead Data Engineer Ready to turn your career into a force for good? Discover more work-from-home opportunities here: https://rdcrss.org/3rB23vb #RedCrossCareers #NonprofitJobs #NowHiring

Get to know blood banking pioneer Dr. Charles R. Drew. He's the visionary who laid the groundwork for modern-day blood collection and transfusions. We’re proud to celebrate and honor Dr. Drew's life and legacy this Black History Month. Because of his revolutionary research, countless lives of people with cancer, trauma injuries and chronic diseases continue to be saved today. ❤️

Just a few hours of your time learning something new could save a loved one's life. This National Heart Month, be there for your family and community by signing up for CPR, AED or first aid class. Find a class near you: https://rdcrss.org/3CzSLLv. #HeartMonth

Kaden Espino has completed over 2,100 volunteer hours and his community is better prepared for emergencies because of it. Kaden started his own Red Cross journey in high school and is inspiring the next generation of youth volunteers. He's served our mission responding to local disasters, educating children through our Prepare with Pedro program, planning events, and more. As the youth engagement lead he is today, he supports a network of 2,000 youth volunteers with the American Red Cross Los Angeles Region. He also serves as the youth representative on the region's board of directors where he advocates for youth programs and highlights the impact of their service. “Nothing compares to seeing youth come together and put in the hard work to make an idea come to life," Kaden said. "Witnessing dedication, growth and the impact we create — I’m reminded why this work is so meaningful.” We know Kaden has a bright future of serving others ahead of him. We're so proud to have him as a volunteer. ❤️

Four out of five cardiac arrests happen outside of the hospital. That means saving a life could depend on you. The quicker you provide care, the better a person's chance for survival. Here's what to do if someone is in cardiac arrest: - Call 911 immediately. - Start CPR. - Use an AED if one is available. Help protect your loved ones and community by learning these lifesaving skills. Take a class: https://rdcrss.org/4gjCFTZ

The American Red Cross is deeply saddened by the tragic incident that occurred at Reagan National Airport Wednesday night. At the request of authorities, Red Cross volunteers are supporting a family assistance center to care for the affected. We remain in close contact with local and federal emergency officials to determine how we can best support the families and community over the coming days. https://rdcrss.org/3CHyvHM

Applying for a new job can sometimes feel daunting! That's why we're hosting a live session with our Talent Acquisition team where you can ask for expert advice on landing your next role. During this conversation, they'll cover how to write resumes and cover letters and tips for nailing your interview. Joining us will be: - Niki Bratchette: A lead member of our Talent Acquisition team who supports our humanitarian executive teams. - Elizabeth Reardon: Leading recruiting for all Information Technology roles, as well as corporate and executive positions. - Isabella Baita: Our host and a member of our Marketing and Communications team, who started her career in Talent Acquisition at the Red Cross and has years of HR experience.