Another Way to Support the Red Cross

Many of you have probably seen the “Proud To Be An American” license plates on vehicles while out and about. Perhaps you even have one on your own vehicle. Did you know that the Michigan Red Cross and Salvation Army  split approximately $25.00 for every license plate purchase to go toward special funding needs in the State of Michigan? For Red Cross alone, over the past four years, we have received more than one million dollars that have been used for disaster relief and preparedness in the State. Locally, this special fund has allowed numerous Midland/Gladwin Disaster Action Team volunteers to attend the Michigan Training Institute at a reduced registration, attendance and course materials fee. This institute provides the intermediate and advanced level courses that are necessary for our volunteer and paid staff   to increase their disaster response capabilities and preparedness knowledge and in turn, assist Midland and Gladwin Counties and the nation prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies when they occur.

However, this fund is drying up and we need YOUR help now. Since the traditional blue and white license plates will no longer be available, when thinking about replacing your current plates, please consider the “Proud To Be An American” plates and help the Red Cross while you’re at it!