NEWS RELEASE
AMERICAN RED CROSS
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DENVER — Since the beginning of the year, the American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming continues to respond to emergencies every day across the country and in our communities. In addition to the larger-scale disasters and deployments to help other states, Red Cross volunteers and employees were on hand to assist people after daily emergencies like home fires that cause incredible hardship for the impacted individuals and families. Disaster workers were there with relief and comfort for people facing their darkest hours. They delivered food, shelter, relief and cleanup supplies, basic health services — such as help replacing prescription medications and eyeglasses — and emotional support. In March, the Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming provided support and care to 169 people. Out of the 40 calls, most of the calls were for home fires.
March 2024 Local Disaster Responses
- Mile High Chapter (MHC) responded to 12 calls for service and helped 59 people. The MHC response area includes ten counties in the Denver Metro area.
- Southeastern Colorado Chapter (SECO) responded to nine calls for service and helped 31 people. The SECO response area includes 16 counties.
- Northern Colorado Chapter (NOCO) responded to seven calls for service and helped 29 people. The NOCO response area includes 11 counties.
- Western Colorado Chapter (WECO) responded to nine calls for service and helped 39 people. The WECO response area covers 27 counties, serving all Western Colorado and the San Luis Valley.
- Wyoming Chapter (WYO) responded to three calls for service and helped 11 people. The WYO response area covers 21 counties in the state of Wyoming.
Blood Collection
Denverites can turn their compassion into action by giving blood at the Denver American Red Cross Blood Donation Center located at 444 Sherman St., Denver, CO 80203. Make an appointment now for an upcoming donation at our blood donation center or at select community blood drives by going to RedCrossBlood.org and entering your ZIP code or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Most donations typically take less than an hour. Appointments are strongly encouraged.
About the American Red Cross:
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or cruzrojaamericana.org, or follow us on social media.
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