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American Red Cross in Greater New York @redcrossny.bsky.social · 5h

Don't wrap up October without giving blood! Come to give blood or platelets Oct. 27-Nov. 16 and the Red Cross will send you $20 in e-gift cards. Plus, get a chance at a $5K gift card! Give blood & give more life. Book now: rcblood.org/3JliNFz (T&C; other entry)

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American Red Cross in Greater New York @redcrossny.bsky.social · 6h

Red Crossers know how vital it is to donate blood. ⛑️
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American Red Cross in Greater New York @redcrossny.bsky.social · 1d

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The #LIRedCross opened a shelter for displaced residents after a fire in Freeport. From Oct 20-26, the Red Cross in Greater New York provide...

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American Red Cross in Greater New York @redcrossny.bsky.social · 1d

#ICYMI Oct 20-26: #LIRedCross opened a shelter after Freeport fire; celebrating #LIHeroes; preparing for Hurricane Melissa; and much more. ⤵️ ⤵️ ⤵️

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American Red Cross in Greater New York @redcrossny.bsky.social · 2d

Big thank you as well to the 47 Red Crossers who stepped up to help their neighbors in a time of need ⛑️

Three individuals standing on a sidewalk next to an open white van with “Disaster Relief – American Red Cross, disaster assistance is free” printed on the side. The van’s rear doors are open, showing shelves inside. Two people are wearing red jackets with Red Cross logos. They appear to be engaged in conversation under clear daylight, with power lines and trees visible in the background.

A group of six individuals standing indoors on a dark carpeted floor, holding a large white blanket printed with multiple red crosses and the words “American Red Cross.” Several people are wearing red vests or jackets with Red Cross logos, and some have lanyards and gloves. In the background, there is a folding cot and a plain white wall under a ceiling with fluorescent lights.

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American Red Cross in Greater New York @redcrossny.bsky.social · 2d

We are grateful to Nassau County Office of Emergency Management, Nassau County Department of Social Services, Freeport Housing Authority, Pronto Long Island Inc., Health & Welfare Council of Long Island and Nassau County SPCA, for their support of these residents.

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American Red Cross in Greater New York @redcrossny.bsky.social · 2d

Last week, after a fire tore through an apartment building in Freeport, NY — displacing 19 households, our Long Island volunteers stepped up to help open a shelter for two nights.

Screenshot of an online news article from LI Herald titled “Four hospitalized, dozens displaced after early morning Freeport apartment fire,” posted October 24, 2025. The article includes a photo of a three-story brick apartment building with multiple windows missing glass and showing fire damage. The entrance door is open, and some debris is visible near the base of the building. Headline and text describe the incident, mentioning hospitalizations and displacement of residents.

A three-story brick apartment building with multiple windows showing severe fire damage. Several windows are missing glass, and the frames are blackened with soot. The entrance door is open, and debris is scattered on the ground near the lower windows. A hedge lines the left side of the walkway, and the scene appears to be outdoors during daylight.

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American Red Cross in Greater New York @redcrossny.bsky.social · 5d

Rissa started donating blood on her 16th birthday and continues to do so because people need it.
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American Red Cross in Greater New York @redcrossny.bsky.social · 6d

Just months after moving into their new family home, Cristina and her husband smelled smoke. Less than ten minutes after walking in the door, they stood outside in the rain and watched their home burn.

Read more about what happened to Cristina here: https://rdcrss.org/47fKoQH

Two adults and two children pose together in a living room. One adult is holding a child, while the other child stands beside them. A decorated cake sits on a table in front of the group. The background includes furniture and an open doorway to another room.

A damaged room with a partially collapsed ceiling exposing wooden beams and insulation. Debris is scattered across the floor and a gray couch, which is piled with items including a yellow insulation, bags, and broken drywall. A red Target shopping bag is visible on the couch. A metal shelving unit is displaced, and natural light enters through a window on the left.

American Red Cross in Greater New York @redcrossny.bsky.social · 7d

We’re proud to honor Officers Timothy Deegan & Matthew Walling with the First Responder Heroes Award at the 2025 #LIHeroes Celebration for their commitment to protecting and serving our community. https://youtu.be/D38aDWcfioY

First Responder Heroes: Officers Timothy Deegan and Matthew Walling

Graduates of the Nassau County Police Academy, Officers Timothy Deegan and Matthew Walling demonstrated exceptional bravery on January 5, 2025, when they responded to a serious off-duty crash involving a fellow officer. Acting swiftly, they provided lif...

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American Red Cross in Greater New York @redcrossny.bsky.social · 7d

We’re proud to honor Charlie Dubofsky and Sydney Hassenbein with the Youth Heroes Award at the 2025 #LIHeroes Celebration for turning pain into purpose and helping others find hope. https://youtu.be/hA1uzuaZ5gU

Youth Heroes: Charlie Dubofsky and Sydney Hassenbein

After experiencing personal loss, teens Charlie Dubofsky and Sydney Hassenbein founded the HERO Project--a peer support group for grieving students. Guided by the Sid Jacobson JCC, they turned their pain into purpose, creating a safe space for middle an...

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American Red Cross in Greater New York @redcrossny.bsky.social · 7d

We’re proud to honor Luv Michael with the Community Impact Hero Award at the 2025 #LIHeroes Celebration for their unwavering commitment to building a more inclusive world. https://youtu.be/xxn3V6dPMuM

Community Impact Hero: Luv Michael

Founded in 2015 by Michael Kessaris and his parents, Dr. Dimitri Kessaris and Dr. Lisa Liberatore, Luv Michael is a nonprofit dedicated to creating meaningful work and independent living opportunities for young adults on the autism spectrum. From its be...

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American Red Cross in Greater New York @redcrossny.bsky.social · 7d

We’re proud to honor Jennifer Keane with the Disaster Hero Award at the 2025 #LIHeroes Celebration for her heroic response in a moment of crisis. https://youtu.be/cifbaVmw778

Disaster Hero: Jennifer Keane

When a referee collapsed mid-game, Jennifer Keane--an athletic director and certified athletic trainer--quickly retrieved and prepared the AED for use, enabling life-saving intervention. Her courage and composure under pressure exemplify the spirit of t...

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American Red Cross in Greater New York @redcrossny.bsky.social · 7d

We’re proud to honor Mel Cohen with the Military Hero Award at the 2025 #LIHeroes Celebration for his lifelong service and unwavering dedication. https://youtu.be/5q8XssRCTZ0

Military Hero: Mel Cohen

Mel Cohen, a U.S. Air Force veteran and retired Suffolk County police officer, has spent his life serving others in honor of his brother Gerald, who died in Vietnam. He supports veterans across New York, especially those in prison and Gold Star families...

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American Red Cross in Greater New York @redcrossny.bsky.social · 7d

We’re proud to honor Dr. Iroku-Malize with the Global Citizenship Hero Award at the 2025 #LIHeroes Celebration for her visionary leadership and global impact. https://youtu.be/L2lyEmZB9WE

Global Citizenship Hero: Tochi Iroku Malize, MD, MPH, MBA

Dr. Tochi Iroku-Malize, president of the American Academy of Family Physicians and founding chair at of the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, has dedicated her career to expanding access to family medicine. A global advo...

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American Red Cross in Greater New York @redcrossny.bsky.social · 8d

COUNTDOWN: 1 day until we honor #LIHeroes like Officers Timothy Deegan and Matthew Walling at the 2025 Long Island Heroes Celebration.
🎟️ Support the cause, attend the event, or sponsor a hero!
Purchase your tickets here: https://rdcrss.org/481n0Zi

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American Red Cross in Greater New York @redcrossny.bsky.social · 9d

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SAF Team at the Pal-O-Mine Vet Fest. (Photo: Rick Gunther) From Oct 13-19, the Red Cross in Greater New York provided emergency assistance t...

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American Red Cross in Greater New York @redcrossny.bsky.social · 9d

#ICYMI Oct 13-19: Responding to multiple fires across the region; SAF team promoting Restoring Family Links program; and much more. ⤵️ ⤵️ ⤵️

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American Red Cross in Greater New York @redcrossny.bsky.social · 9d

COUNTDOWN: 2 days until we honor #LIHeroes like Jennifer Keane at the 2025 Long Island Heroes Celebration.
🎟️ Support the cause, attend the event, or sponsor a hero!
Purchase your tickets here: https://rdcrss.org/481n0Zi

American Red Cross in Greater New York @redcrossny.bsky.social · 10d

COUNTDOWN: 4 days until we honor #LIHeroes like Luv Michael at the 2025 Long Island Heroes Celebration.
🎟️ Support the cause, attend the event, or sponsor a hero!
Purchase your tickets here: https://rdcrss.org/481n0Zi

American Red Cross in Greater New York @redcrossny.bsky.social · 11d

COUNTDOWN: 4 days until we honor #LIHeroes like Dr. Tochi Iroku-Malize at the 2025 Long Island Heroes Celebration.
🎟️ Support the cause, attend the event, or sponsor a hero!
Purchase your tickets here: https://rdcrss.org/481n0Zi

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American Red Cross in Greater New York @redcrossny.bsky.social · 12d

COUNTDOWN: 5 days until we honor #LIHeroes like Charlie Dubofsky and Sydney Hassenbein at the 2025 Long Island Heroes Celebration.
🎟️ Support the cause, attend the event, or sponsor a hero!
Purchase your tickets here: https://rdcrss.org/481n0Zi

American Red Cross in Greater New York @redcrossny.bsky.social · 13d

COUNTDOWN: 6 days until we honor #LIHeroes like Mel Cohen at the 2025 Long Island Heroes Celebration.
🎟️ Support the cause, attend the event, or sponsor a hero!
Purchase your tickets here: https://rdcrss.org/481n0Zi

American Red Cross in Greater New York @redcrossny.bsky.social · 14d

A Power Red donation helps maximize your impact by providing hospitals with the blood component patients need most: red blood cells. This donation type is especially important for accident victims, surgery patients & those with severe blood loss. rcblood.org/PowerRed

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American Red Cross in Greater New York @redcrossny.bsky.social · 14d

Sean is a Power Red Blood Donor because he knows it's essential to those who depend on it.
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