Gifts that Save the Day is a new holiday giving campaign that inspires people to make a gift that can save the day for those in need.
Through the online catalog at www.redcross.org/gifts, people can make a donation that could provide food and shelter for a disaster victim for a day; a military comfort kit with a robe, phone card and other supplies for a wounded warrior; or a month of basic necessities for a family in another country who lost everything in a disaster.
“We know that these are difficult times for many families and businesses here in the CNMI, but the Red Cross has seen that when our community is in need, our people always respond,” said John Hirsh, NMI chapter executive director.
“The holiday season is traditionally a time of hope and generosity, and this campaign gives us all a chance to make a difference in someone’s life.”
Gifts made through the catalog are contributions towards a Red Cross program area, not a donation to a specific project or item.
The donations will be used to provide assistance where it is needed most within the program area; remaining money is put to use where it is needed most.
“These have been turbulent economic times for the Red Cross and other non-profits, with more and more people seeking help,” said Tayna Camacho, financial development co-chair. “The Red Cross is working very hard to raise money now so the organization can be there tomorrow with help and hope when people need it most — when the next disaster strikes, when a neighbor’s house burns down or when someone needs life-saving blood.”
