FARMINGTON, CT - Still have holiday shopping to do? It can be difficult to find the perfect gift. The American Red Cross can help you dodge those worries about the right size or color with unique gifts that capture the spirit of the season and show you care.
Give the gift of readiness. An American Red Cross emergency supplies kit is a great way to get someone the basics that can help them weather the storm. Everyone can remember the things they needed when Tropical Storm Irene and the October snowstorm struck earlier this year. An emergency supplies kit can help when the lights go out or when you need a quick “go bag” to take to an emergency shelter. The Red Cross Store has kits in several sizes and styles, including bright red backpacks or a spiffy canvas tote bag from our Vintage Line, emblazoned with a retro Red Cross logo. Visit www.redcross.org/store to shop for emergency readiness supplies, logo giftware, clothing and more.
Give the gift of safety. Nothing says you care like the gift of Red Cross training. Learning CPR and first aid is a great way to let loved ones know you’re ready to help when needed. And giving training to someone else lets them know you want them to be safe in any situation. Enrolling is easy! Simply visit www.redcross.org/training or call 1-800 RED CROSS to find a class near you. We also offer Babysitter training for young people who want to work as professional Babysitters or simply need to help with care of younger brothers and sisters. You can share the love with your pets, too, by signing up for a dog or cat first aid course. All are available by visiting www.redcross.org/training or by calling 1-800 RED CROSS.
Give the gift of life. Make time during this holiday season to give blood. Help the Red Cross maintain a safe and adequate blood supply for all who need it. Find a nearby blood drive and schedule an appointment by visiting www.redcross.org or by calling 1-800 RED CROSS.
Give something that means something. This year, you can shop the Red Cross Holiday Catalog and give the gift of readiness in your community or the gift of comfort to a member of the military. Choose from many meaningful gifts like comfort kits for service members or a night of emergency shelter for disaster victims. You can make the gift in honor of someone special on your list, making it twice as special. Visit www.redcross.org/gifts to see all the ways you can Give Something That Means Something this year with the American Red Cross.
