Letter from Heart of Tennessee Executive Director, Kathy Ferrell - August 2018

Heart of Tennessee Volunteers:

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.  -Margaret Mead

Thank you for remaining committed throughout the summer months! 

We have been incredibly busy in every line of service during the past month.  Our disaster teams served our neighbors impacted by fire, proving direct client assistance totaling $10,800 in the month of July.  Together we installed 110 free smoke alarms in the Wherry Housing Community.  Our Emergency Response Vehicle traveled to Boxwell Reservation to participate in a camp the Tennessee National Guard sponsors for children of Guard Members.  The staff shared our annual goals and a master calendar with the volunteers at our monthly meeting.  Cynthia Tate and her team continue to meet and exceed the whole blood daily collection goal in our blood donation center.  Needless to say, the Heart of Tennessee Team—staff and volunteers—are definitely moving the Mission forward in the new fiscal year!

I challenge you to share your Red Cross story, why you are motivated to serve.  I challenge you to roll up your sleeve and give blood. And finally, I challenge you to bring a family member, friend, or neighbor to our August all volunteer meeting.  Let’s continue to serve the community and to share the opportunity to serve with others.

With gratitude,

Kathy Ferrell

Executive Director, Heart of Tennessee Chapter