Volunteer Appreciation Week: Glynis Bond

For Glynis Bond, volunteering is about putting a smile on someone’s face. “I enjoy working at Fort Knox. I see the smile on their faces when they know there is an avenue that can provide a substance when they are short,” said Glynis.

Glynis is retired from the army and volunteers at the food pantry and as a blood donor ambassador at Fort Knox. Originally from Chicago, IL, Glynis moved to Kentucky in 1998 as part of a military move. She has called Kentucky home ever since.

This past year, Glynis helped hand out food to families during the Thanksgiving holiday. “[The food pantry] is helping someone stay healthy and provide food. They have food at the table and the Red Cross has these avenues at no charge. It’s all free of charge because someone took the time to donate it,” said Glynis.

At blood drives, Glynis sees the positive effect it has on donors. “The power red donors (an automated process where the donor gives a concentrated amount of red blood cells) are fired up and ready. They are positive, want to do their donation, then set up their next appointment.” She enjoys seeing the donors and says they are “helping people live.”

Glynis was a Sergeant First Class Human Resource Supervisor in the army. She knew she wanted to volunteer with the Red Cross because of the ongoing need. Glynis is a member of Kappa Epsilon Psi Military Sorority, Inc.

Glynis loves to travel and celebrated her wedding anniversary in Hawaii. Her favorite place to visit so far has been Aruba. She has been married for 35 years and is excited to resume traveling once COVID-19 has subsided.

Thank you, Glynis, for your service to our nation and the Red Cross Kentucky Region! You are making a difference and helping community members who need it. Learn about our local volunteer opportunities by visiting RedCross.org #VolunteerAppreciationMonth