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Ordinary people can make an extraordinary impact. That's why the Oregon Trail Chapter of the American Red Cross is now seeking nominations for local heroes to be honored at the 2011 Breakfast of Champions celebration. Entries are due by Friday, Oct. 1 at 5 p.m.
Award recipients are selected based on how their heroic acts save a life or positively impact lives; inspire the community; and exemplify the Red Cross mission to help people prevent, prepare for and respond to disasters and emergencies.
At past events, awards have been presented to children, adults, groups, organizations, businesses and even animals. Heroic actions include performing first aid or CPR to save a life; performing a water or wilderness rescue; and helping others escape a house fire, car accident or other life-threatening situation. Recipients are selected by a committee of Red Cross staff, volunteers, event sponsors and other community representatives.
For a complete list of guidelines or to nominate a local hero, visit www.oregonredcross.org/nominate. Heroes will be announced at the Oregon Trail Chapter's signature event, the Fred Meyer Breakfast of Champions, on Tuesday, March 8, 2011 at the Oregon Convention Center.
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In Oregon, the American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disaster an average of 10 times a week; supplies more than 90 percent of Oregon's blood; teaches thousands of Oregonians lifesaving skills; offers transportation to seniors and the disabled; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a charitable organization – not a government agency – and depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit www.oregonredcross.org or join our award-winning blog at www.oregonredcross.org/blog. |
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