American Red Cross
Central Minnesota Chapter
Red Cross News
August-31-2010
As Flood Waters Recede in Pakistan, Relief Efforts Step Up

As the superflood in Pakistan continues to move towards the Arabian Sea, its aftermath is only just beginning.

The flooding is only the start of a bigger catastrophe that will continue to claim lives," said Mohamed Al Maad
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August-23-2010
Back to School 101: Be Prepared

A new school year is a fresh start for both kids and parents. And it's the perfect time to make sure the whole family is prepared for emergencies and other unexpected events.

Has your family talked about what you would do
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August-19-2010
Troops in Afghanistan Receive Free Calling Cards

When you're thousands of miles from home, the voice of a loved one can lift your spirits like nothing else. Thanks to the American Red Cross, it will be easier for some troops in Afghanistan to make that connection.

The Col
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August-12-2010
Tips to Beat the Heat

As temperatures continue to soar across Minnesota, the Central MN American Red Cross encourages people to learn safety tips that will help prevent problems during one of the hottest summers on record. According to the National Weather Service
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July-30-2010
Compression-Only CPR Okay in Certain Situations

The American Red Cross guidelines on using chest compressions alone to help someone who has collapsed are in line with articles published Wednesday in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) that Compression-Only Cardiopulmonary Resuscitat
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July-28-2010
Help the Cental MN Red Cross Be Ready for Disaster

It’s a sobering fact, but disaster strikes every day in the United States. Not just once, either—the American Red Cross responds to about 200 disasters every day, amounting to some 70,000 in a year.

This number enco
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Donations

Your Central Minnesota Chapter American Red Cross is funded through the generosity of the American people. We do not receive any government funding.

How can YOU help? Donors can make gifts in the following ways:

  • A gift of cash. You can make a monetary donation with a credit card using our secure on-line form:


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  • Planned giving - your Will. This is an opportunity to have the Central MN Chapter American Red Cross named in your will as a beneficiary.
  • A gift of securities - stocks and bonds that have increased in value may be an opportunity for the donor to avoid capitol gains tax.
  • A gift of real estate. A donor may wish to make a gift of a personal residence, farm or other property.
  • A gift of life insurance. A donor may name the Central MN Chapter American Red Cross as a beneficiary.
  • A memorial gift. A meaningful way to honor a loved one, to commemorate a special occasion, an expression of sympathy or a celebration of a family event.
Business and Corporate Giving:
Business have an opportunity to partner with the American Red Cross' mission to provide life-saving services to our communities by making an annual contribution.

Civic Organizations:

Service and civic clubs may extend their committment to their community by financially supporting American Red Cross programs.
If you would like information about these giving opportunities, please call our Development Director at:

1-800-560-7641