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Chapter News
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February-18-2010
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Heroes Campaign Kickoff 2010
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The Bluegrass Chapter of the American Red Cross is pleased to announce the kick-off of its third annual Fayette County Heroes Campaign. The campaign was l
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August-31-2009
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The Bluegrass Chapter Makes Donation to the Veterans Hospital
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In a unique grant designed to assist veterans and military families, the Red Cross Veterans Affairs Volunteer Services Program (VAVS) has donated over $12,000.00 worth of comfort items to the two
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August-10-2009
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Local Interests Team Up to Help Deserving Youth
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For the Breathitt County Junior Red Cross Club the highlight of the year is their annual trip to see the Lexington Legends play baseball. It is a much deserved reward for those students who ha
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August-6-2009
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Join the Red Cross at The Penguin Piano Bar for the Summer Swim!
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Join the Bluegrass Chapter of the American Red Cross on Friday, August 14, at the Penguin Piano Bar in downtown Lexington. All proceeds from the $5 cover charge will be donated to the Bluegrass
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About Us
Our Mission
The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers, will provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.
As members of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, the American Red Cross and other national societies have a key role in upholding and abiding by the seven Fundamental Principles:
Humanity
Impartiality
Neutrality
Independence
Voluntary Service
Unity
Universality
Locally, the Red Cross provides relief to the victims of more than 200 disasters each year, provides more than 1,800 individual services to our military service men and women and their families, and trains nearly 12,000 individuals in lifesaving skills.
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