Celebrating People in Action

This week (April 19-25), the American Red Cross celebrates the 2009 National Volunteer Week with the theme “Celebrating People in Action”. This topic captures the meaning behind this signature week – honoring the individuals who dedicate themselves to taking action and solving problems in their communities.
From the volunteers who respond to fires day and night, to the youth who coordinate community blood drives, to the instructors who teach life saving courses; we thank you. Your work has not gone unnoticed and is truly making a difference all across the world.
During this past year, hundreds of thousands of volunteers have answered calls to action, whether it is fundraising for our disaster relief fund, working various Red Cross initiatives, connecting people separated from their loved ones by natural disaster and armed conflict or supporting our troops with holiday messages.
We honor these dedicated volunteers that make an effort to make the world a better place. Thank you.