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The
American Red Cross of Greater Columbus
995
E. Broad Street ·
Columbus, OH 43205
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614.253.2740
Serves
1.3M residents of Ohio's Franklin, Madison, Fayette and Pickaway
counties; the 51st largest chapter when measured by population
and 27th when ranked by expense and income.
Is
governed by a deeply committed Board of Directors, sustained by
more than 700 volunteers and supported by 55 full-time paid staff.
Mary Navarro is the Chapter Chair and the CEO is 30-year
Red
Cross veteran Michael Carroll.
Is
inspired by a Vision to deliver traditional ARC services with
excellence, be the most trusted and respected charity in greater
Columbus and be a leader in resolving the critical needs of the
community.
The
American Red Cross is dedicated to saving lives, easing
suffering and restoring hope at home and around the world. Last
year the American Red Cross of Greater Columbus:
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Responded
to 356 local disasters, assisting 470 families, and mobilized volunteers when needed
nationwide.
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Committed
$260,704 in direct financial assistance to families
devastated by home fires and other disasters.
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Trained
more than 46,00 area residents in first
aid, CPR, Water Safety and other
life-saving courses.
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Provided
16,872 trips seniors and people with disabilities
to medical and other important appointments.
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Conveyed
739 emergency messages between military members and their
families.
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Educated
more than 73,000 individuals about how to prepare for emergencies.
With
FY09 income projected at $6.1 M, is supported by United Way (31%), fundraising
(29%), service fees (19%),
restricted-purpose grants (14%) and interest and other earned
income (7%).
Is
a proud member of the Worldwide Red Cross Movement which
includes the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC),
the Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and national
societies.
Partners
with ARC Blood
Services, Central Ohio Region. Among the strongest in the
country, the region accepts voluntary blood donations in 27 Ohio
counties and is the primary provider of blood and blood products
to 39 regional hospitals and medical facilities.
American
Red Cross Mission Statement
The
American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization
led
by volunteers and guided by its Congressional
Charter
and the Fundamental Principles of the
International
Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to
victims
of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for and
respond to emergencies.
Vision
Statement
The
American Red Cross of Greater Columbus, guided by its
humanitarian mission and sustained by strong public support and
the commitment of volunteers and staff, is a trusted leader and
valued partner in resolving critical needs of our diverse
communities.
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