The Future of Planned Givers this is a great blog and something for us all to think about. At what age would you consider making a planned gift to charity? 20, 30, 40? Most of us wouldn't consider it until we are much older, right? Well, maybe not!
The Red Cross has easy ways to leave a legacy - find them at www.grantwood-redcross.org under Donate, Leave a Legacy.
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Friday, September 3, 2010
National Preparedness Month
September is National Preparedness Month - are you prepared for an emergency?The Red Cross has three easy steps to become Red Cross Ready.
1) Get a Kit
2) Make a Plan
3) Be Informed
What should be in your emergency kit?
Supplies for your family to last you up to two weeks including: water (1 gal per person per day); nonperisible food; flashlight; battery operated radio; batteries; essential medications for one week; personal hygene items; baby or pet supplies; extra set of clothing for each family member; copies of important documents (like birth certificates).
What kind of plan?
If your family is separated during the day and a natural disaster occured, how would you contact each other - do you have a meeting place? Is there someone out of state you could all call if cell phones here were down? Where in your home do you go during severe weather? Have you practiced this plan and what to do with all members of your family.
Be Informed you say?
Yes! Know what potential emergencies may occur in your area. When severe weather threatens stay tuned to the radio or TV for watches, warnings, etc.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)