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| Clara Barton Chapter # 1 57 Elizabeth St. Dansville, New York 14437 585-335-3500 |
| 2007-2008 Our Mission… The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disaster and help people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. Our Jurisdiction… Clara Barton Chapter #1 serves communities in Southern Livingston and Northern Steuben Counties. Those communities are: N. Dansville Wayland Springwater Sparta Ossian West Sparta Groveland Station Sonyea Perkinsville Disaster Services Disaster Services focus is on preparedness, education and relief. The American Red Cross volunteers work year round, 365 days a year, 24 hours a day, to respond to hurricanes, floods, fires and other significant incidents. This Chapter has a 15 member Disaster Action Team (DAT) that responds to community needs. In addition, we also offer free information on preparing for certain types of disasters and minimizing their traumatic impact which, in turn, will help save lives and reduce property loss. The Chapter DAT responded to 6 disasters this fiscal year and assisted 10 people with food, shelter and clothing. Armed Forces Emergency Services AFES focus is on emergency communications. Volunteers are always available to provide prompt and reliable communications for service members and their families. Whether during peacetime or conflict, at home, around the world or on ships at sea, members of the Armed Forces, their families and veterans can call on the Red Cross for assistance. The Chapter assisted with 12 military calls this fiscal year. Blood Services Blood Services focus is on always being prepared with an adequate blood and blood products supply for area patients and hospitals. Our Chapter works with the Red Cross Blood Services, local businesses and organizations to plan and administer blood drives throughout the year. The Chapter held 31 blood drives and 1116 pints of blood were received. Project Share Project share focuses on providing assistance to the elderly or disabled who have electric shut-off notices. Working in conjunction with the New York State Electric & Gas Corp. (NYSEG), our Chapter plays a critical role in insuring these vital services are not interrupted. The Chapter processed 19 Project Share applications and assisted many other applicants. We continue to be a referral center when we cannot assist. Loan Closet Loan Closet focuses on needs of our community members during times of illness. These health related aids are on loan for a three month period. Our chapter can provide hospital beds, wheelchairs, crutches, canes, walkers, shower seats and commodes through this program. The Chapter loaned out 118 pieces of equipment this fiscal year. International Services International Services focuses on International Humanitarian Law, Holocaust and War Victims tracing. Worldwide there is a vast network of organizations that assist in breaking the silence of the imposed separation of family due to war, conflict or disaster. The Red Cross worldwide communication system brings comfort to countless people by locating missing loved ones and relaying family messages when regular channels of communication are severed. The Chapter has not had to respond to any of these calls this year. Health and Safety Services Health and Safety Services focus on: CPR/AED, First Aid, Child Care, Babysitter Training, Injury Prevention, Life Guarding, Swimming/Water Safety. Courses are offered throughout the communities we serve to train in these vital life skills. Many local businesses and schools work with the Chapter to bring this training to our residents throughout the year. The Chapter provided training for 582 area residents in the last fiscal year. Financial Summary Report For Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2007 Unrestricted Net Assets as of 7/1/06 $61,710 Total Income $106,567 Total Expenses $100,389 Unrestricted Net Assets as of 6/30/07 $67,888 The above numbers do not include funds which have been restricted by the donor for a specific use. During this fiscal year, $19,029 was received and $14,586 was expended in donor restricted funds. Our Chapter… It is a privilege for this chapter to be known as the Clara Barton Chapter #1 in honor of the American Red Cross founder, Clara Barton. During the later 1800’s, Miss Barton spent several years in the Dansville area, residing here and returning to visit. In honor of her, the community organized and established the first official chapter of the American Red Cross. In Miss Barton’s own words, “ It must never be forgotten that Dansville was the first child of the American Red Cross.” We are still proudly serving the Dansville area and surrounding communities. |
| Serving the communities of North Dansville, Wayland, Springwater, Sparta, Ossian, West Sparta, Groveland Station, Sonyea and Perkinsville |
