DILLON, March 27, 2022-American Red Cross disaster-trained volunteers are assisting a family whose home, located on East Calhoun Street in Dillon, was damaged by a fire early this morning.
The Red Cross is helping three people by providing financial assistance for immediate needs such as food, clothing, and shelter, along with referrals to much needed resources.
Every year, we celebrate March as National Red Cross Month. We use this month as a chance to honor and celebrate the everyday heroes who help us fulfill our mission. Volunteers make up nearly 90% of the Red Cross’ workforce. This year, we encourage you to uncover your inner hero by supporting the Red Cross. Join Red Cross Month by visiting redcross.org to make a financial donation to support disaster relief, give blood, become a volunteer or take a class in lifesaving skills, such as first aid and CPR.

DISASTER ACTION TEAM VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The American Red Cross of South Carolina needs the community’s help to respond to our neighbors in need. More than 2,000 people volunteer with the Red Cross throughout the state. It’s these volunteers who answer the call in the middle of the night to provide comfort to a family down the street impacted by a home fire. You can make a difference by turning tragedy into hope. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to get started today.

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 Twitter at @RedCrossSC.