#MyStoryMonday: Cindy Thompson

With over 2300 volunteer hours in the last fiscal year, Cindy Thompson is a dynamic part of the Red Cross and the surrounding communities of the Paducah Area. Despite having a full time job, Cindy serves on the Kentucky Region Volunteer Steering Committee and the Paducah Community Board. Cindy is also in Disaster Cycle Services as a Disaster Workforce Management Team member. Cindy is a Disaster Action Team Lead, and a DPS Volunteer Counterpart. Cindy continues to help faithfully guide and support The Paducah Community Board, and the mission of the Red Cross. For her service, we are forever grateful.

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#MyStoryMonday: Debbie Ranier

Debbie Ranier is the poster of continued growth and success at the Eastern Kentucky Chapter. Debbie’s willingness to help shows with every event or any situation she takes on. 

Debbie has supported the Red Cross in many roles with grace and expertise including: Community Volunteer Lead, Board Member, Events Committee Member, Communications Support and Disaster Services. Debbie is a strong advocate for those we serve, donors and volunteers.  Debbie is considered the epitome of a strong working board member and a stellar volunteer. Thank you, Debbie!

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93 Year Old Volunteer Walks in 12th Annual Run for the Red

On Saturday May 13th, the Services to Armed Forces branch located inside Fort Knox hosted a 5k/10k walk/run in honor of their 12th annual Run for The Red. Out of the 900 people who participated, one that stood out was Nebraska native and 3 year Red Cross volunteer, Evalyn Tenopir.

This will be Evalyn’s third 5k since turning 90. Now at the age of 93, with her walker in hand, Evalyn states she has, “always enjoyed walking and being active outdoors.” With her most recent 5k being Run for The Red, she mentioned she completed it alongside her daughter, daughter’s husband, and a few family friends. When asked if she would be walking more 5k walks in the future, she ended with “I didn’t see myself doing a 5k period, so we will see!”

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#MyStoryMonday: Karen Scott and Griff

Karen Scott and her infamous dog, Griff, represent the Red Cross Bluegrass Area Chapter with warm fuzzy hugs and wet noses at their local Veterans Hospital PTSD unit. Griff, a trained PTSD dog, goes above and beyond volunteering his time at the Leestown VA. 

PTSD does not go unnoticed with the Red Cross, especially not with Griff and his uncanny ability to know which patients need extra attention. Not only are soldiers ready to see Griff each week, but also the staff who spoil Griff with many pats and kinds words. Karen states “the visits will never stop,” and she can tell how appreciative veterans are by being polite and thankful for the visits. The Red Cross is grateful for Karen and Griffs weekly PAWSitive visits!

If you would like to find out more about joining the Red Cross as a volunteer, please visit www.redcross.org/volunteer