American Red Cross tracing or location services are provided to people in the community who have been separated from
their relatives (citizens of other countries) as a result of war, civil disturbance, natural disaster, or changing world
conditions over which an individual has no control.
International and Holocaust tracing services are strictly confidential and free of charge.
For more information, please contact Norma Gamero at (240) 485-3053.
Lee Stebbins, Chapter Chief Operating Officer, and Mr. Adugna pose in front of an Emergency Response Vehicle. At right,
Mr. Adugna is briefed by Assistant Director, Response, Steve O'Brien
on the operational capacities of the various Chapter vehicles.
Sharing Common Goals in Vastly Different Worlds
Mr. Shemilis Adugna, President of the Ethiopian Red Cross Society and Vice President of the International Federation of Red
Cross and Red Crescent Societies for Africa made a presentation to National Capital Area staff, volunteers and friends December 12 at Chapter
headquarters in Fairfax, VA. Mr. Adugna covered the wide-ranging challenges his organization faces every day. To learn more about the Ethiopian
Red Cross Society, visit the International Federation of the
Red Cross web site.
Middle School's 'Day of Giving' Supports
Red Cross Measles Initiative
Robert Frost Students Raise Money and Awareness
"One dollar can save a dying child suffering from measles in Africa." This thought alone amazed many
youngsters at Robert Frost Middle School.
Each year, the Rockville school hosts an annual fundraiser to help area non-profit organizations with
various initiatives. For the last three years, the students have chosen the American Red Cross of the National Capital Area as one recipient
to receive funds for its Measles Initiative and dubbed November 22 "The Day of Giving."
The students participated a poster contest during the event which was guided by high school volunteers and Red Cross staff.
There was a first, second and third prize that motivated the kids to raise more funds for the initiative.
This was an educational event for kids as well as for parents who attended.
Special thanks to the students, parents and staff at Robert Frost Middle School. You've proven you
CAN make a difference!
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