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Upcoming Chapter Events

Shelter Operations Training

Sat., Jan 7-- 8:30a to 4:00p

Hagerstown Chapter

Frederick County DAT Meeting

RSVP for dinner (starts at 6p)

Mon., Jan 9 -- 6:30p to 7:30p

Walkersville Chapter

Washington County DAT Meeting

RSVP for dinner (starts at 6p)

Tues., Jan 17 -- 6:30p to 7:30p

Hagerstown Chapter

Public Affairs in a Local Disaster

Sat., Jan 21 -- 9:00a to 4:30p

Hagerstown Chapter

Client Casework

Sat., Jan 21 -- 9:00a to 5:00p

Cheseapeake Office, Baltimore

Search and Rescue Drill

Volunteer

Sat., Feb 18

Multiple locations throughout Frederick County

Our Mission

The American Red Cross empowers ordinary people to perform extraordinary acts in emergency situations. We train. We mobilize. We connect donors and volunteers to those in urgent need of a helping hand. Whether it is a hurricane or a heart attack; a call for blood or a call for help, the American Red Cross is there. Together, we can transform a life in crisis into a life of hope.

Red Cross News

10-Jan-2012

Emergency Blood Appeal

In the weeks leading up to and immediately following the winter holiday season, the Amercan Red Cross, Great

30-Aug-2011

Emergency Response Vehicles Stationed in Walkersville

Hurricane Irene wreaked havoc along portions of the East Coast, but only 1.4 inches of rain fell at Fred

30-Aug-2011

Blood and Platelet Donations Needed

In the aftermath of Hurricane Irene, the local Red Cross is now urging immediate blood and platelet donati

30-Aug-2011

ERVs and Volunteers Arrive Ahead of Hurricane Irene

As Hurricane Irene battered coastal areas of North Carolina, Virginia and southern Maryland on Saturday, Fre

30-Aug-2011

Red Cross Brings in Volunteers to Help Hurricane Victims

Florida, Louisiana and Nebraska are just some of the states that members of the Red Cross traveled from to hel

8-Jul-2011

Collaboration Puts Athlete's Plea Into Homes Across US

“Make a lifesaving Red Cross blood donation and help give someone the chance at tomor

8-Jul-2011

Civil War Museum Presents Clara Barton Lectures

The National Museum of Civil War Medicine will present a free four-lecture series on Thursday nights in July a

7-Jul-2011

Seeking Executive Director

The Frederick County Chapter has begun the search for an Executive Director. In this position, you wil

10-Jun-2011

Red Cross and Emergency Officials Urge Caution on Extremely Hot Days

The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory and air quality alert due to high temperatures and a

New Chapter Executive Appointed

The Board of Directors of the Frederick County Chapter is pleased to announce the appointment of Nick Geier as the new Executive Director. Nick brings extensive Red Cross background to his position with the Frederick Chapter. He currently serves as Preparedness Health and Safety Services Territory Sales Manager for the MD-Delmarva Territory of the Red Cross. He was formerly Director of PHSS for the Central Maryland Chapter.

Nick began his Red Cross career in Blood Services in 1998 as Communication Manager and transitioned to the Director of IT for the Central Maryland Chapter.

In 2008, Nick served as the Interim Director of the Frederick Chapter for a brief period and then a more extended stint as Interim Director of the Top of Virginia Chapter in Winchester, VA. He has also been involved with the United Way as a Leader on Loan.

"The Frederick Chapter is known for having an experienced volunteer corps", stated Nick, "and I am looking forward to working with the staff and volunteers."

Westminter, Maryland is home for Nick and his family. His first official day with the Frederick Chapter will be February 6, 2012.

Blood and Platelet Donations Needed Now

In the weeks leading up to and immediately following the winter holiday season, the American Red Cross has seen a significant decline in donor turnout at local blood drives and donor centers. This reduction in collections has put several blood types at critical or emergency levels. These low supply levels make it difficult for the region to prepare for potential emergency situations.

All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. Each day, approximately 44,000 units of blood are needed in the United States. In fact, approximately every two seconds, someone in this country needs blood. Please consider donating. Simply call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org to make an appointment or for more information. Platelet donors can call 1-800-272-2123.

The need is constant. The gratification is instant. Give blood.