American Red Cross of Northwest Florida
222 N Baylen Street, Pensacola, FL 32502
Telephone: (850) 432-7601 | Fax: (850) 607-8221
222 N Baylen Street, Pensacola, FL 32502
Telephone: (850) 432-7601 | Fax: (850) 607-8221
American Red Cross
Northwest Florida Chapter      
Heroes for
the American Red Cross
"Heroes" for
the American Red Cross is a grassroots fund raising and
awareness campaign
designed to enable local residents to make a financial difference in the programs and services the Red Cross provides. Each Hero pledges to raise $1,000 for the Red Cross during the campaign period through personal or organization donations, or hosting their own fund raising event. Why does the Campaign Exist? To spread the word on the services available from your local Red Cross, as well as fund local needs. Where is this Taking Place? Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa and Walton Counties each have their own campaign. Who is Involved? Local individuals, organizations, businesses, clubs, schools, religious institutions, etc. Those with the most fund raising success are those who can involve a group of people to support their efforts. How do I Get Involved? Contact the Red Cross toll free at 1-800-773-7620 or e-mail Jerry Kindle. Ways to Get involved: Chairman Oversee the entire campaign, recruit leadership committee members, arrange for and run campaign meetings and provide support to campaign participants to ensure goals are met. Recruiter Recruit several Heroes for the American Red Cross and support them as they each raise $1,000 for the Red Cross over the campaign period. Hero Raise and/or donate a minimum of $1,000 during the campaign and help spread the word about local Red Cross services. Perks of being involved in the campaign include a picture or logo in the local paper, invitations to campaign events, and the satisfaction of knowing you are making a difference in the lives of those we serve. How do People Fund raise? You can raise money by any legal means that you find fits your group. Here are some examples that have worked well in the past: Large business – Host a denim day and charge your employees $5 to wear jeans for the day. Fire departments and city officials – Host a boot drive on a couple busy corners for a morning. Individuals – Send a letter to friends and family asking them to support your effort to become a Hero. Small business – Donate 10% of your proceeds for the weekend. Restaurant – Donate the proceeds from specific menu selections for a month. Radio Station – On air drive. School – Host a bake sale, car wash, or read-a-thon and collect pledges per page. University – Host a happy hour and charge admission. For more information about hosting your own Heroes Campaign please contact Jerry Kindle. |
