| Red Cross Helping Flood Survivors in South America |
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Washington, D. C. (April 26, 2012) - Heavy rains over the past few months have produced severe flooding and landslides in several countries in South America, including Bolivia, Ecuador, Paraguay and most recently Peru.
The severe weather, part of meteorological phenomenon known as La Niña which also has brought droughts to Paraguay, damaged crops and roads across the region, leaving many communities isolated. It has seriously affected the livelihoods of thousands of people living in mostly rural communities and increased precipitation has caused an escalation in epidemic risk for disease.
To respond to these humanitarian needs the global Red Cross network, in cooperation with local governments, is providing disaster relief assistance in the form of food parcels, hygiene kits, and mosquito nets to some 56,000 people throughout the region.
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| Red Cross Spectrum Awards Luncheon to Honor 12 Outstanding S. Florida Women |
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Miami, FL (March 1, 2012) — Among the extraordinary women being honored by the American Red Cross is a former chair of the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce, a member of The Wall Street Journal’s "50 Women to Watch," a nationally celebrated chef, and Florida's first Hispanic woman State Attorney.
They, along with the rest of the outstanding and accomplished honorees, will be recognized at the Sara Hopkins Woodruff Spectrum Awards for Women Luncheon on March 9. They are to be honored as South Florida women who have given their time, talent and treasure to making a difference and improving our community.
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| 2012 Florence Spottswood Humanitarian of the Year Award Presented to Bryan Green and Tony Konrath |
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Key West, FL (February 4, 2012) — The American Red Cross recognized Bryan Green and Tony Konrath as the Florence Spottswood Humanitarians of the Year on February 4. The award was presented at a gala dinner dance at the Key West Marriott Beachside Resort, attended by a full house of about 240 people.
Both partners were born in Britain and during their remarks at the event, Konrath said “I’m so proud to be an American.” Their giving spirit has extended from working with the royal family on urban regeneration, to projects across the pond that include such varied organizations as Womankind, Wesley House Family Services and Miss Kitty’s Pantry. Both are involved as board members in theatre, fundraising and direct support within Key West organizations. In addition, Konrath is a trained goldsmith and creates jewelry for local fundraising events, including this week’s Gala.
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| Journalist Laura Ling to Speak at "Women in Power" Luncheon |
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FORT LAUDERDALE, FL (January 30, 2012) – PNC Bank, a division of The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: PNC) announces the second in a series of three “Women in Power” Luncheons to benefit the American Red Cross, Broward County Chapter. Headlining the luncheon to be held on February 10th will be award-winning Journalist Laura Ling.
Laura Ling is the host and reporter of E! Investigates, a documentary series on the E! Network that explores such topics as teen suicide and the challenges faced by military spouses. She previously worked as a correspondent for Current TV reporting from various countries on issues including slave labor in the Amazon, the drug war in Mexico, Internet censorship in China and women’s rights in Turkey. Ms. Ling and her colleague, Euna Lee, were imprisoned in North Korea for 140 days in 2009 before being granted a special pardon and returning to the United States via former President Bill Clinton.
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| "Women in Power" Speaker Series Launching in January; Proceeds Benefitting Red Cross |
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Fort Lauderdale, FL (January 9, 2012) – PNC Bank, a division of The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: PNC) announced their “Women in Power” speaker series has expanded to include Broward County for the 2012 season. All proceeds from the series will be entirely directed to the American Red Cross, Broward County Chapter.
Reservations are currently being accepted for the first luncheon, which will be held at noon on January 17 at the Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale’s Marks Gallery, One East Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
PNC’s “Women in Power” speaker series was created in 2007 in Palm Beach County to raise awareness and support for programs that encourage, promote and provide development for girls and young women. Nationally acclaimed women are brought to the area to present their personal and professional journey to success. Headlining the opening luncheon on January 17th will be Gahl Hodges Burt, former Social Secretary to the Reagan White House.
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