Daily Archives: September 1, 2005

Vermont Red Cross offers training to volunteers who want to go to the Gulf Coast

Vermont

A message from the Northern Vermont Chapter of the American Red Cross

“A hurricane of this magnitude is a true act of nature, something totally beyond our control. We can make a difference, though, by responding to those who so desperately need our help now,” said Rob Levine, Executive Director of the Northern Vermont Chapter. “With an upsurge in calls from many people who want to assist the Red Cross, we are offering training sessions over the next week to anyone who can commit to a two week deployment and who can meet the criteria of our volunteer recruitment system. In addition, we welcome new volunteers who might not be able to make a commitment to travel to the affected region but would be interested in learning how they can make a difference right here at home by attending the training sessions.”

Anyone interested in learning more can contact the Community Involvement department at the Chapter by calling 802-660-9130- ext. 104 or by e-mail at mikeh@nvtredcross.org.

by way of Cathy Resmer’s blog: 802 Online



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Collection points around Vermont to send food clothing and more to Gulf Coast: Sept 2, 11am-8pm

Vermont

Hooray, I have been looking for this all day. I was even starting to fantasize about hiring a trucker and making this happen, but I’m thrilled that the state of Vermont is doing this. I have lots of clothes already piled up and am going on a shopping spree tomorrow.

From the VPR.NET website

Vermont offers hurricane assistance; Guard deployment to Gulf Coast

 COLCHESTER, VT (2005-09-01)

(Host) At this hour, Vermont officials are outlining a plan to offer assistance to Gulf Coast states in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.

Governor Jim Douglas and National Guard Adjutant General Martha Rainville announced earlier this hour that about 125 members of the Vermont Guard will be leaving for New Orleans over the next three days. The first of the soldiers will leave in the next 24 hours.

The Guard deployment is one part of the assistance that the state of Vermont if providing. Governor Jim Douglas is calling on Vermonters to donate to the following items at collection points around the state, emphasizing that only items on this are accepted:

  • Bottled Water (Size: Liter and larger)
  • Non-Perishable Food
  • Clothing (new or like-new condition only)
  • Infant Supplies (Formula, Diapers, etc.)
  • Snacks/Protein Bars
  • First Aid Kits
  • Transistor Radios
  • Batteries (Sizes: AA, C, D, 9V)
  • Flashlights
  • Hygiene Products (bar soap, shampoo, toothpaste, etc.)
  • Dog/Cat Food

The drop-off locations for Friday’s collection drive are:

(update: for a more detailed list of addresses of drop off sites visit the Northern Vermont Red Cross website here)

Bennington County: Bennington Town Clerk’s Office

Orleans County: State Police Barracks in Derby

Windsor County: Hartford Fire and Police Department

Washington County: Statehouse lawn

Franklin County: Collins-Perly Recreation Facility in St. Albans

Caledonia County: St. Johnsbury Municipal Office Building and Fire Station

Windham County: State Police Barracks in Rockingham

Rutland County: State Police Barracks in Rutland

Addison County: Vergennes High School

Chittenden County: State Police Barracks in Williston

Drop locations are accepting goods from 11 am to 8 pm on Friday.

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