Pickens County American Red Cross

The Pickens County Chapter of the American Red Cross has been serving Pickens County since November 1917. We have a rich history of helping those in need and your help is needed to continue our services in your community. We are not a government agency; therefore, we count on friends like you, friends who know that when people need help, the Pickens County Chapter will be there to provide assistance.

The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization which is led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disaster and help prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.

Upcoming Events

· March is “Red Cross Month”-Show your support by getting certified in CPR, volunteering or making a donation!

· CPR Saturday! This annual special training will take place on Saturday, March 8th! We will have 3 locations this year-The Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library in Easley; Our Pickens Office and a location to be announced in Clemson. The cost for this abbreviated course is $10, a savings of $25! To sign up, please call the office!

· Annual Golf Tournament: Wednesday, March 26th at Smithfields Country Club in Easley. To register a team, advertise your business or make a donation, please contact the office.

· Volunteer Meeting: Tuesday, February 26th, 7 p.m. at the office.

Congratulations to our 2007 Volunteer Award Recipients

· Chapter Awards 2007: Volunteer of the Year—Tommy Clarke; Emergency Services Volunteer of the Year—Bill Penn; Health & Safety Volunteer of the Year—Sharon Riley; Benice Holder Award for Board Excellence—Tripp Martin; Violent Knupp Award for Excellence—Brittany Cashwell; Newcomer of the Year—Linda Raines