Sergeant Major (Ret.) Frantz Metellus has stayed busy after his 27-year career as a combat medic in the U.S. Army. Upon his retirement, Frantz worked for a couple more years before fully retiring in 2010. But it wasn’t long before he heard the call of service again during Hurricane Sandy and joined the American Red Cross as a volunteer.
The Red Cross typically responds to more than six emergencies every day in the Greater New York region. There are resources available to everybody who needs help after a disaster, that may include financial assistance, toiletries, blankets, change of clothes, snacks, water, and informational resources. For veterans, there are often additional resources available from a variety of community and government partners. The Red Cross hosts a national hotline for our Hero Care Network, which provides services for military members, veterans, and their families worldwide.
Erin Moldovan was looking for an opportunity to make an impact and give back when she was paired with a colleague who happened to be a Board Member for the American Red Cross in Greater New York. More than just helping, Erin was looking to make connections with like-minded people who were passionate leaders. Clara’s Council includes the opportunity to work with members of the American Red Cross Tiffany Circle - a nationwide network of women leaders and philanthropists who change lives and save lives via their local Red Cross Chapter.