⛑Serving 83 counties throughout Central & South Texas 🚐 with offices in Austin, San Antonio, Odessa, El Paso, Laredo, Kerrville, Fort Cavazos, Waco & Bryan.https://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m6wz2grn5c2jReflecting on 2024 and the incredible humanitarian spirit of the Red Cross. ❤️ One unforgettable moment: #CSTR volunteers stepping up during the Southern California wildfires. ⛑️ Help us keep the mission going: https://rdcrss.org/4iq4TPH #RedCross #VolunteerPower01 Dec 2025 18:00 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m6wz2grn5c2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m6wselkp7e2jThis #GivingTuesday, join a global celebration of generosity, where kindness, compassion and community come together to make a real difference. ❤️ Be the help when people need it most by joining our mission and making a donation to support our work: https://rdcrss.org/4ne7Svz.01 Dec 2025 16:00 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m6wselkp7e2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m6mqjs2jxa2q🦃 Happy Thanksgiving from the American Red Cross! 🧡❤️ Today, we’re feeling extra grateful for our incredible volunteers, donors, and partners whose selfless commitment makes our lifesaving mission possible every single day. We couldn’t do it without you!27 Nov 2025 16:01 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m6mqjs2jxa2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m6kqrl232k2jGrateful for donors like Valerie Vetrone! She gives blood to save lives—especially during the holidays when the need is greatest. You can help too: donate today! ❤️ #GiveBlood 26 Nov 2025 21:00 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m6kqrl232k2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m6iacptvrz2iOur Service to the Armed Forces team & Disaster Cycle Services volunteers supported the Veterans Day ceremony & meals at Guillen, Texas Veterans State Home. The Red Cross proudly serves military members & families at 12 installations across Central & South Texas. ❤️25 Nov 2025 21:00 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m6iacptvrz2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m6fptyhgp22k🤝 Strengthening Our Mission Together! The Heart of Texas Chapter Board of Directors held its first meeting with the new Executive Director, Valerie Vetrone. Together, we explored ways to advance the Red Cross mission and build a more resilient community.24 Nov 2025 21:00 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m6fptyhgp22khttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m5wn553a742qThe American Red Cross is teaming up with the legendary PAC-MAN to celebrate 45 years of gaming, and you’re invited to make an impact. Schedule your blood, platelet or plasma donation appointment and come to give Nov. 17-Dec. 7 for an exclusive pair of Red Cross x PAC-MAN socks, while they last!18 Nov 2025 21:00 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m5wn553a742qhttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m5wd3hup6m2mThe Texas A&M Red Cross Club, along with volunteers from the Heart of Texas Chapter, came together to install 26 smoke alarms, making 14 homes safer. Thank you to these amazing volunteers for helping protect families and save lives! 18 Nov 2025 18:00 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m5wd3hup6m2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m5u4n6m4zl2j💙 Our Heart of Texas Chapter team was proud to attend the 7th Annual Brazos Valley Gives Celebration of Philanthropy, honoring the incredible generosity that strengthens our communities. Thank you to everyone who gave and supported this effort. Together, we make a difference! 17 Nov 2025 21:00 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m5u4n6m4zl2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m5tsl7im6k2gEvery 2 seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood for surgeries, cancer treatments, and more. If you’ve been thinking about giving back, now is the time. Whether you’re a first-time donor or a regular, your donation matters. ❤️Find a local blood drive at RedCrossBlood.org.17 Nov 2025 18:00 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m5tsl7im6k2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m5jl7xrrc72kOur very own Chief Executive Officer, Javier Valdez, is honored to be a panelist at the Association of Latino Professionals for America (ALPFA) Business Networking Dinner tonight! We’re proud to support opportunities that empower Latino professionals and future leaders!13 Nov 2025 16:23 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m5jl7xrrc72khttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m5cjcyxhuv2m🔥Sound the Alarm in Midland! The Permian Basin Chapter teamed up with Midland County Office of Emergency Management and the amazing students from Odessa High School Global Leadership Academy to install smoke alarms in Midland. Together, we’re making homes safer and saving lives10 Nov 2025 21:00 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m5cjcyxhuv2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m4vwycwfvk2jThe Hill Country Chapter had an amazing time at the Water Street Festival in downtown Kerrville! It was a fantastic day to share the Red Cross mission and meet the wonderful people of Kerrville. Thanks to everyone who stopped by! 🙌05 Nov 2025 21:00 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m4vwycwfvk2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m4qlyz2bdm2jWe’re proud to share an exciting milestone — the future home of our new regional headquarters in Austin. To commemorate this exciting step forward, we held a groundbreaking ceremony with Red Cross leaders, partners, and community members. A big thank you to all who joined us!03 Nov 2025 18:00 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m4qlyz2bdm2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m4gqtgzmjm2u🎃🚗 More Trunk or Treat Fun! 🚗🎃 Our amazing volunteers from the West Texas Chapter brought the Halloween spirit to the El Maida Shrine this weekend — and it was a blast! 👻 From decorated trunks to smiling faces, we loved connecting with families and sharing some spooky fun!30 Oct 2025 20:00 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m4gqtgzmjm2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m4ggrql6wx2aOur awesome team from the Hill Country Chapter — along with the always-cool Pedro the Penguin — had a fantastic time at the Kerr County Emergency Preparedness Expo in Kerrville, TX! 🚨🐧 Big thanks to everyone who stopped by to say hi and learn how to stay safe and ready!30 Oct 2025 17:00 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m4ggrql6wx2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m4dwd6vais2a🎃🚗 Trunk or Treat Fun! 🚗🎃 Our team from the Greater San Antonio Chapter had an absolute blast at the District 7 Trunk or Treat! From spooky setups to sweet treats, it was a night full of community, costumes, and connection. 👻🍬 Big thanks to everyone who stopped by!29 Oct 2025 17:00 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m4dwd6vais2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m4dsylv67m2eWe’re grateful to KXAN News for taking the time to meet with our region’s CEO, Javier Valdez, to discuss the groundbreaking of our new regional headquarters. 🔗 Learn more: https://rdcrss.org/434bhpz.29 Oct 2025 16:01 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m4dsylv67m2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m4bpvotr7y2k🚨🔥 It’s National First Responders Day! 🔥🚨 Today we’re giving a five-alarm shoutout to the amazing fire departments who’ve teamed up with us during our Sound the Alarm events! 🚒💨 🎉 THANK YOU for helping us make homes safer and families stronger. 28 Oct 2025 20:00 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m4bpvotr7y2khttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m4bfu6hoeo2xFrankly, we need more blood donors now, especially those with type O-, O+ & B- blood. Come to give blood or platelets Oct. 27-Nov. 16 and we'll send you $20 in e-gift cards. Plus, get a chance at a $5K gift card! Book now: https://rcblood.org/3JliNFz28 Oct 2025 17:00 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m4bfu6hoeo2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m46wjdbps72v🚨 Sound the Alarm – El Paso Recap! 🚨 We came together, rolled up our sleeves, and made a lifesaving difference! 💪 With the help of our amazing volunteers and community partners, we installed 288 smoke alarms and made 255 individuals safer in their homes. 🏠❤️ 27 Oct 2025 17:20 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m46wjdbps72vhttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m3sduowpky2dOur Services to the Armed Forces team proudly celebrated the incredible nurses at Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center with a heartfelt Nurses Appreciation Ceremony. 👩‍⚕️🧑‍⚕️💐 From compassion to courage, these nurses go above and beyond every day!22 Oct 2025 17:15 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m3sduowpky2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m3q4mxbrt22uShoutout to our Senior Disaster Program Manager, who donated blood for the very first time with the Red Cross! 🩸 Ready to roll up your sleeve? 👉 Visit RedCrossBlood.org to find a drive near you.21 Oct 2025 20:00 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m3q4mxbrt22uhttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m3daawxssb2w🚨 Sound the Alarm SUCCESS! 🚨 A HUGE shoutout to our Heart of Texas Chapter for making a life-saving impact in Waco this weekend! 🙌🔥 💪 Over 50 amazing volunteers came together to install 76 smoke alarms, making 38 homes safer 🏠❤️16 Oct 2025 17:00 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m3daawxssb2whttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m3aprwneuu25The team from the Greater San Antonio Chapter was proud to attend the Preparedness Fair hosted by the San Antonio Office of Emergency Management! 🚨 Thank you to everyone who stopped by and to our partners for supporting preparedness efforts! 15 Oct 2025 17:00 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m3aprwneuu25https://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m3aj44xana2lA big thank you to KVIA ABC-7 for welcoming our West Texas Chapter Executive Director, Anna Apodaca, on air to share details about our upcoming Sound the Alarm event in El Paso — happening this Saturday, October 18! 🚨 Want to volunteer? Learn more at https://rdcrss.org/3IrgNr1.15 Oct 2025 15:00 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m3aj44xana2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m33yvri6df27Last week, our region's CEO Javier Valdez joined the SOMOS Cafecito panel at Emerson for a powerful conversation on resiliency — a core value at the Red Cross. Grateful to Emerson for hosting this inspiring conversation during #HispanicHeritageMonth. #RedCross13 Oct 2025 20:00 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m33yvri6df27https://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m33re5aabi2aThe Community Adaptation Program team had a blast at the Wimberley Pride Parade last month! We were proud to celebrate love, inclusion, and community resilience alongside so many vibrant and inspiring individuals. Thank you to everyone who came out and made it unforgettable! 💚 13 Oct 2025 17:45 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m33re5aabi2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m2twrq7s672lToday is #WorldMentalHealthDay, a reminder that mental well-being matters. It is important to recognize that mental health is just as vital as physical health, especially in times of crisis. Let's break the stigma, raise awareness and offer support to those who need it most.10 Oct 2025 15:00 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m2twrq7s672lhttps://bsky.app/profile/redcrosscstr.bsky.social/post/3m2rcwv2rvj2dOn October 16, be a part of El Paso Giving Day and support the West Texas Chapter — making a life-saving impact across our communities. 🌵 🔗 Learn more & give: https://elpasogivingday.org/organizations/american-red-cross09 Oct 2025 14:00 +0000at://did:plc:ossqbboe2hilhal2nxt7y6l4/app.bsky.feed.post/3m2rcwv2rvj2d