cat_notes: removed old needs/avails ltel 3/29/10: N Disaster Relief, Volunteer N Donations * (ANY/ALL Types) * N Donations, Financial Donations * N Donations, In-Kind Donations Services, Corporate (Large) * N Food * (ANY/ALL Types) * N Shelter, Evacuation Shelter, Volunteer N Volunteers, Individual Volunteers (This facility accomodates Individuals Volunteers) N Volunteers, Misc. * (ANY/ALL Types) -> removed old needs/avails ltel 3/29/10: N Disaster Relief, Volunteer N Donations * (ANY/ALL Types) * N Donations, Financial Donations * N Donations, In-Kind Donations Services, Corporate (Large) * N Food * (ANY/ALL Types) * N Shelter, Evacuation Shelter, Volunteer N Volunteers, Individual Volunteers (This facility accomodates Individuals Volunteers) N Volunteers, Misc. * (ANY/ALL Types) A Distribution, Clothing, For Disaster Survivors A Red Cross Client Services * A Shelter, Red Cross Shelter Updates

cat_notes: -> removed old needs/avails ltel 3/29/10: N Disaster Relief, Volunteer N Donations * (ANY/ALL Types) * N Donations, Financial Donations * N Donations, In-Kind Donations Services, Corporate (Large) * N Food * (ANY/ALL Types) * N Shelter, Evacuation Shelter, Volunteer N Volunteers, Individual Volunteers (This facility accomodates Individuals Volunteers) N Volunteers, Misc. * (ANY/ALL Types)

name: Red Cross, Orange County Chapter (Freeway Complex Fire Updates/Information) -> Red Cross, Orange County Chapter (Triangle Complex Fire Updates/Information)

areas_served: Orange County -> Orange County (Also supporting San Bernardino & Riverside Counties - joint efforts)
eligibility: Disaster Evacuee's - Freeway Complex Fire -> Wildfire Evacuee's - Triangle Complex Fire

name: Red Cross - Orange County Chapter -> Red Cross, Orange County Chapter (Freeway Complex Fire Updates/Information)
notes: November 2008 Wildfire Updates: http://www.oc-redcross.org/page.aspx?id=1020 ============================= Volunteers: volunteers@oc-redcross.org OC Register Wednesday, October 24, 2007 Where to send donations Some resources for those who want to help. The Red Cross is using trained volunteers to address emergency needs. Individuals who are not active trained Red Cross volunteers can get on a list in case volunteer need arises. Send an e-mail with name and contact information to volunteers@oc-redcross.org. Financial donations can be made by calling 1-800-RED CROSS or send contributions to the American Red Cross of Orange County, 601 N. Golden Circle Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92705. Contributions can also be made online by visiting www.redcross.org. per www.oc-redcross.org, http://www.oc-redcross.org/page.aspx?id=982: Santiago Canyon Fire Answers & Referrals from Red Cross for Public Inquiries about the Santiago Canyon Wildfire (current as of 11-02-07, 12:30 p.m.) For a visual snapshot of Red Cross response to the Santiago Fires, click here. ORANGE COUNTY RED CROSS RESPONSE UPDATE: Orange County Red Cross Santiago Wildfire Response � A Snapshot The American Red Cross of Orange County activated its emergency operations center at 7 p.m. on Oct. 21. Volunteers and staff continue to coordinate the Chapter�s response to the devastating fire. October 31, 2007 - The Emergency Operations Center (EOC) at the Orange County Red Cross has been open and fully operational since Sunday, October 21 at the onset of the devastating Southern California wildfires, whipped up by strong Santa Ana winds. Now, ten days later as the gap closes on containment of the Santiago fires in Orange County, the Orange County Fire Authority reports approximately 28,445 acres burned, eight residential structures damaged and fifteen destroyed, and mandatory evacuations still in place for some of the canyon areas. Since the onset of the disaster, the Orange County Red Cross has opened four shelters at three sites � the Lakeview Senior Center in Irvine, El Toro High School in Lake Forest, and El Modena High School in Orange. Nearly 250 volunteers and staff have covered round-the-clock shifts at the EOC and Red Cross shelters to serve the evacuees. Red Cross shelters provide a safe haven where displaced residents and evacuees receive comfort and care, including cots, blankets, pillows, towels, wash cloths, food, snacks, beverages, shower facilities, recreational activities, health assessments, mental health assistance and more. Through Red Cross mass care, evacuees also received clothing through both �in-kind� donations and bulk purchases that were distributed to those in need at the shelters. Red Cross volunteers Larry Fortmuller and Madison Burtchaell give California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger a tour of the El Toro High School shelter on Oct. 24. As often happens in a disaster affecting so many constituents, the Orange County shelters had their share of high profile guests. The El Toro High School Shelter received special visits from Disney characters, including Mickey and Minnie Mouse and from the Governor of California, Arnold Schwarzenegger. In addition, individuals, organizations, and businesses rallied in a big way to provide financial assistance through Red Cross for the fire victims. Individual and corporate donations and pledges, employee matching gifts, in-kind contributions, cause-related marketing, and special events resulted in more than $1 million dollars to date collected or pledged for this effort from Orange County alone. The Samueli Foundation, Honda Center and the Anaheim Ducks donated $100,000 to launch a local fundraiser on October 26 in partnership with the American Red Cross, ABC7, KABC Talk Radio and KLOS, and the event netted $331,990 for Southern California wildlife relief. Red Cross volunteers and staff worked all day alongside Ducks coaches, staff and players, including captain Chris Pronger and defenseman Joe DiPenta, to collect the donations from community members. Joe and Verbenia White, evacuees from the San Diego area, spent a happy moment with Minnie Mouse at the Orange County Red Cross� El Toro High School shelter. When the relief effort moved into its second week, Red Cross volunteers began to conduct damage assessment of the affected areas to verify damage and losses. A client services center was opened at the chapter to provide direct assistance for those Orange County residents whose homes were damaged or destroyed by the fires. Through client services, funds are provided for verified losses for items such as food or groceries, shoes and clothing, bedding and linens, transportation (gasoline), medications or related health needs, storage containers, baby items and more. The funds are accessed through a client assistance card, which is used like a credit card at any vendor or store that accepts MasterCard. As the shelter populations decline and shelters are slated for closing, Red Cross volunteers work with each individual family to ensure that they can return home or have other safe places to reside. Moving forward, for those clients with homes that were severely damaged or destroyed, Red Cross will provide funds for a security deposit, utility deposit, and the first month�s rent when other sources of funds are not available. A powerful Red Cross message was articulated well by Amanda, a 6th grade friend who dropped off a letter dated 10/25/07 at the El Toro shelter for the evacuees: Dear Fire Evacuee, Have hope. I am so sorry! I�m sure you and your family will be just fine. The important thing is that you are ok! Some things in life will happen in life when we least expect it but we can get through this together. # # # � Red Cross Shelter information: El Modena High School: 3920 Spring St., Orange, CA, 92869. Shelter is located on Spring between North Hewes and Prospect. RESIDENTS WHO HAVE BEEN DISPLACED BY THE FIRES, PLEASE GO TO THE RED CROSS SHELTER AT EL MODENA HIGH SCHOOL TO RECEIVE THE FOLLOWING RED CROSS SERVICES: Shelter Food Attention to immediate medical needs Emotional support (including mental health counseling) � Red Cross Client Services (Location & Hours) For those Orange County families with homes damaged or destroyed by the Santiago fire: Red Cross Client Services are available at the Orange County Red Cross (601 N. Golden Circle Dr., Santa Ana, CA, 92705 � George M. Chitty Building) On Monday-Friday, October 29-November 2, client services hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; please call first at 714/481-5300. � Red Cross Damage Assessment: Trained Red Cross corporate volunteers from Grainger and Standard Pacific Homes continue to perform damage assessment on homes in the affected area. � Donations to Red Cross: On October 29, Red Cross National Headquarters announced that it has met the expected costs of the California wildfires but still needs donations to its Disaster Relief Fund to ensure it can respond to the next disaster just as swiftly and effectively as it did in Southern California. Many donations to the relief efforts remain in "pledge" form and, while not yet received by the Red Cross, have been incorporated into the estimate of funds raised for the California wildfire response. The cost of the Red Cross relief operations is currently estimated at $12-15 million. It is important for supporters to fulfill their pledged gifts. For more information, call 714/481-5300. You can help the victims of thousands of disasters across the country each year, disasters like the California Wildfires, by making a financial gift to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. This Fund enables the Red Cross to provide shelter, food, counseling and other assistance to victims of disasters. Donations can be made by calling 1-800-REDCROSS or going to www.redcross.org to make a secure online contribution. Contributions to the Disaster Relief Fund may also be sent to your local American Red Cross chapter (American Red Cross of Orange County, 601 N. Golden Circle Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92705) or to the American Red Cross, P.O. Box 37243, Washington, DC 20013. The American Red Cross honors donor intent. If you wish to designate your donation to a specific disaster please do so at the time of your donation. All American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from the American people. The Red Cross is not a government agency; it relies on voluntary donations of time, money, and blood to do its work. � VOLUNTEER INQUIRIES TO RED CROSS: Presently, the American Red Cross of Orange County is working with trained Red Cross volunteers to address all disaster needs. Only active disaster and client services volunteers interested and available to volunteer, please call the staffing line at 714/481-5339. At this time we have an adequate number of trained Red Cross disaster responders working in Orange County to address the needs of those impacted by the fires, as well as over 1,300 Orange County residents that have offered to volunteer in non-Red Cross roles. We truly value the offer and commitment of each individual that has contacted us and been placed on our list of additional volunteers for Orange County. Any non-Red Cross trained individuals that are interested in being added to the list of additional volunteers to assist in Orange County, please send an email with your name and contact information to volunteers@oc-redcross.org so we may add you to the list and provide you with follow up information. � Red Cross MEDIA INQUIRIES ONLY: 714/384-0760 � Looking for Loved Ones - Safe and Well: Safe and Well is a nationally accessible website, developed as a free community service by the American Red Cross, that provides a way for individuals affected by a disaster (within the U.S.) to list themselves as "safe and well." Then, loved ones can check on the status of their family and friends. Register and connect at 1-800-RED CROSS or www.redcross.org. � Military Family Evacuees (reserve, National Guard, army, navy, marines, etc. � active or inactive): Assistance might be provided by the Southern California Family Readiness Groups. Contact: Cheryl Courwright at 714/514-5628 � Donation of Goods (thru Red Cross): The American Red Cross does not have the capacity to accept or collect, and does not actively solicit individual in-kind donations (such as clothes, shoes, toys, etc) in times of disaster. Direct financial donations to the Red Cross are the best way to assist victims of disaster. Businesses who are interested in making bulk donations of needed items may contact Alesha Arp at 714/481-5367 or by email at alarp@oc-redcross.org. (See below for Donation of Goods options with other agencies.) � Financial Contributions: You can help the victims of thousands of disasters across the country each year, disasters like the California Wildfires, by making a financial gift to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. This Fund enables the Red Cross to provide shelter, food, counseling and other assistance to victims of disasters. Donations can be made by calling 1-800-REDCROSS or going to www.redcross.org to make a secure online contribution. Contributions to the Disaster Relief Fund may also be sent to your local American Red Cross chapter (American Red Cross of Orange County, 601 N. Golden Circle Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92705) or to the American Red Cross, P.O. Box 37243, Washington, DC 20013. The American Red Cross honors donor intent. If you wish to designate your donation to a specific disaster please do so at the time of your donation. All American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from the American people. The Red Cross is not a government agency; it relies on voluntary donations of time, money, and blood to do its work. To make a Corporate Contribution, please contact Alesha Arp at 714/481-5367 or alarp@oc-redcross.org. � American Red Cross Blood Services: The American Red Cross Blood Services national system continues to aid southern California with continued shipments of blood products into the area from across the United States to help stabilize the local blood supply. Some blood drives in the fire zones have had to be cancelled. If you would like to help, please call 1-800-GIVE LIFE (1-800-448-3543) or visit www.GiveLife.org. For Spanish, please call 1-866-POR-VIDA (1-866-767-8432) or visit www.cruzrojaamericana.org. The American Red Cross of Orange County is staffing its emergency operations center around-the-clock and is working to assist our communities with Red Cross services as needed. Thank you for your support. Below please find additional resources which may be useful to people affected by the fires: � LOCAL Assistance Centers (for those affected by the fire): Information and recovery guidance is being provided by assisting agencies for the following locations: COAST COMMUNITY COLLEGE FACILITY: 125 Technology Dr. West, Suite 200, Irvine, CA 92618 (Thomas Brothers Guide 891-C2). 949/341-8000 Hours of Operation: 10/26/07 - 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.; 10/27/07 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; 10/28/07 - 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. SALVATION ARMY FACILITY: 10200 Pioneer Rd., Tustin, CA 92782 (Thomas Brothers Guide 800-J7). (No contact phone number available.) Hours of Operation are Monday, 10/29 - Friday 11/02, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. � OperationOC Distribution Center (for those in need of food, infant care, and toiletries): Orange County Rescue Mission, One Hope Drive, Tustin, CA 92782 - 714/247-4300 Hours of Operation: M-F; 8 a.m.-5 p.m. � County of Orange Public Information Hotline: 714/628-7085 � 2-1-1 Orange County (resources and connectivity): 2-1-1, or on a cell phone dial 1-888-600-4357 � Volunteer Inquiries: For an additional volunteer resource, contact Volunteer Center of Orange County at 714/953-5757 or www.volunteercenter.org. � Animal Shelter Information: For large animals, call the animal care hotline at 714/935-7158. Small animals can be taken to the Orange County Animal Shelter at 714/935-6848 (8am-5pm) and 714/935-7158 (after hours). 561 City Drive South, Orange, CA 92868. For more information on temporary veterinary care options, contact 2-1-1 Orange County. � Orange County Fire Authority (fire containment/evacuation information): 714/573-6000 or www.ocfa.org. � San Diego Update Hotline: 619/570-1070 � San Bernardino County Public Information Line: 909/355-8800 � Food Donation Drop Off Sites: Community Action Partnership Food Bank - 12640 Knott Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92841 Second Harvest -426 A Almond, Orange, CA 92866 Rescue Mission/Village of Hope - M-F 8am-6pm - non-perishable food or gift certificates for food. 1 Hope Dr., Tustin, CA � Donation of Goods: Goodwill (check your phone book for your nearest location.) - When your donation is designated for fire victims, Goodwill issues vouchers to Red Cross. These vouchers are then distributed through Red Cross disaster service centers to individuals affected by the fires. Community Action Partnership Food Bank - 12640 Knott, Garden Grove, CA 92841 Accepting personal items, hygiene kits (toiletries, shaving kits, etc.), diapers, clothing, and household goods. Working Wardrobes - 11614 Martens River Circle, Fountain Valley, CA 92708 Working Wardrobes is accepting NEW clothing items for men, women and children � casual/professional clothing, underwear, socks, pajamas, coats and outerwear until November 3rd. We are still accepting good quality professional clothing clean and on hangers. For this outreach, we are UNABLE to accept donations in boxes or bags. We also accept accessories for men and women, such as ties, belts, shoes, purses, scarves and costume jewelry. Those individuals registered with the Red Cross can call to make an appointment to receive FREE personalized professional wardrobing services at our center in Fountain Valley. Please call 714-210-2460. Orange County Red Cross youth volunteers joined Joe DiPenta from the Anaheim Ducks on Friday, October 26 when Honda Center, the Anaheim Ducks, ABC7, KABC Talk Radio and KLOS all came together with Red Cross for a fundraising drive that raised $331,990 to support victims of the recent Southern California wildfires. Red Cross volunteers, along with Ducks players, coaches and staff helped to collect monetary donations. Contributions from local community members, businesses and organizations received a boost for the final tally when a $100,000 donation was made by the Samueli Foundation, Honda Center and the Anaheim Ducks together. Below please find the latest press release from the Orange County Red Cross: Oct. 31, 2007, 3:30 p.m. Release No. 17 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Update on OrangeCounty Red Cross Shelter, Status of Available Services SANTA ANA, Calif. - Following is a recap of Red Cross services currently available for people affected by the Santiago fires, as well as a Red Cross fundraising update. The Red Cross shelter at El Modena High School (3920 Spring St., Orange, CA 92869 � located on Spring St. between North Hewes and Prospect.) is remaining open to serve evacuees from the Santiago fire. The current population is 24; evacuees are receiving shelter, food, attention to immediate medical needs and emotional support (including mental health counseling). For those Orange County families with homes damaged or destroyed by the Santiago fire, Red Cross client services are available from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Orange County Red Cross (601 N. Golden Circle Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92705 � George Chitty Building.) Those affected are asked to call prior to coming in at 714/481-5300 (M-F, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.) For more information, visit www.oc-redcross.org or contact the Orange County Red Cross at (714) 481-5300. You can help the victims of thousands of disasters across the country each year, disasters like the California Wildfires, by making a financial gift to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. This Fund enables the Red Cross to provide shelter, food, counseling and other assistance to victims of disasters. Donations can be made by calling 1-800-REDCROSS or going to www.redcross.org to make a secure online contribution. contributions to the Disaster Relief Fund may also be sent to your local American Red Cross chapter (American Red Cross of Orange County, 601 N. Golden Circle Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92705 ) or to the American Red Cross, P.O. Box 37243, Washington, DC 20013 . The American Red Cross honors donor intent. If you wish to designate your donation to a specific disaster please do so at the time of your donation. All American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from the American people. The Red Cross is not a government agency; it relies on voluntary donations of time, money, and blood to do its work. -> November 2008 Wildfire Updates: http://www.oc-redcross.org/page.aspx?id=1020 American Red Cross Services: The American Red Cross of Orange County has opened three shelters to assist Orange County fire evacuees. The current shelter locations are: Katella High School 2200 E Wagner Avenue Anaheim, CA 92806 (on Wagner Ave. east of State College) Brea Community Center 695 Madison Avenue Brea, CA 92821 (Corner of Madison and Randolph) Valencia High School 500 North Bradford Placentia, CA 92870 (Located on Bradford between Chapman Ave. and Ruby) Additional American Red Cross shelters nearby: Diamond Bar High School 2140 E. Pathfinder Rd. Diamond Bar, CA Ayala High School 14255 Peyton Drive Chino Hills, CA Though the Red Cross will provide a safe place to stay, food and clothing, evacuees are encouraged to bring essential items, such as medication, and any items that will assist with their comfort (teddy bears, pictures, special pillows, etc). Also, the American Red Cross of Orange County has opened its call center to assist residents and those affected by the Triangle Complex Fire. The phone number is (714) 384-0884. The hotline will be open from 8:00AM to 8:00 PM. Callers will be given information regarding donations, volunteering, and establishing contact with loved ones affected by the fires. • EVACUATION INFORMATION: OC Public Information Hotline (714) 628-7085 • Red Cross MEDIA INQUIRIES: Media ONLY please call (714) 384-0760 • Animal Information: • Small Animals - Orange County Animal Shelter. 561 The City Drive. Orange, CA 92868 (next to 22 freeway) • Large Animals - Huntington Beach Equestrian Center at 18381 Goldenwest St. in Huntington Beach. Board is free, but people must bring feed and supplies. • Looking for Loved Ones - Safe and Well: Safe and Well is a nationally accessible website, developed as a free community service by the American Red Cross, that provides a way for individuals affected by a disaster (within the U.S.) to list themselves as "safe and well." Then, loved ones can check on the status of their family and friends. Register and connect at 1-800-RED CROSS or www.redcross.org. • Military Family Evacuees (all branches – active or inactive): Military Families who have been evacuated due to the Southern California fires can contact the National Guard at Los Alamitos Operation Readiness Family who can offer financial assistance that might be available, food vouchers, etc. Contact Estella Wimberly (562) 254-6916.
organization: Red Cross -> Red Cross Chapter
areas_served: -> Orange County
eligibility: -> Disaster Evacuee's - Freeway Complex Fire

notes: Volunteers: volunteers@oc-redcross.org OC Register Wednesday, October 24, 2007 Where to send donations Some resources for those who want to help. The Red Cross is using trained volunteers to address emergency needs. Individuals who are not active trained Red Cross volunteers can get on a list in case volunteer need arises. Send an e-mail with name and contact information to volunteers@oc-redcross.org. Financial donations can be made by calling 1-800-RED CROSS or send contributions to the American Red Cross of Orange County, 601 N. Golden Circle Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92705. Contributions can also be made online by visiting www.redcross.org. per www.oc-redcross.org, http://www.oc-redcross.org/page.aspx?id=982: Santiago Canyon Fire Answers & Referrals from Red Cross for Public Inquiries about the Santiago Canyon Wildfire (current as of 11-02-07, 12:30 p.m.) For a visual snapshot of Red Cross response to the Santiago Fires, click here. ORANGE COUNTY RED CROSS RESPONSE UPDATE: Orange County Red Cross Santiago Wildfire Response – A Snapshot The American Red Cross of Orange County activated its emergency operations center at 7 p.m. on Oct. 21. Volunteers and staff continue to coordinate the Chapter’s response to the devastating fire. October 31, 2007 - The Emergency Operations Center (EOC) at the Orange County Red Cross has been open and fully operational since Sunday, October 21 at the onset of the devastating Southern California wildfires, whipped up by strong Santa Ana winds. Now, ten days later as the gap closes on containment of the Santiago fires in Orange County, the Orange County Fire Authority reports approximately 28,445 acres burned, eight residential structures damaged and fifteen destroyed, and mandatory evacuations still in place for some of the canyon areas. Since the onset of the disaster, the Orange County Red Cross has opened four shelters at three sites – the Lakeview Senior Center in Irvine, El Toro High School in Lake Forest, and El Modena High School in Orange. Nearly 250 volunteers and staff have covered round-the-clock shifts at the EOC and Red Cross shelters to serve the evacuees. Red Cross shelters provide a safe haven where displaced residents and evacuees receive comfort and care, including cots, blankets, pillows, towels, wash cloths, food, snacks, beverages, shower facilities, recreational activities, health assessments, mental health assistance and more. Through Red Cross mass care, evacuees also received clothing through both “in-kind” donations and bulk purchases that were distributed to those in need at the shelters. Red Cross volunteers Larry Fortmuller and Madison Burtchaell give California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger a tour of the El Toro High School shelter on Oct. 24. As often happens in a disaster affecting so many constituents, the Orange County shelters had their share of high profile guests. The El Toro High School Shelter received special visits from Disney characters, including Mickey and Minnie Mouse and from the Governor of California, Arnold Schwarzenegger. In addition, individuals, organizations, and businesses rallied in a big way to provide financial assistance through Red Cross for the fire victims. Individual and corporate donations and pledges, employee matching gifts, in-kind contributions, cause-related marketing, and special events resulted in more than $1 million dollars to date collected or pledged for this effort from Orange County alone. The Samueli Foundation, Honda Center and the Anaheim Ducks donated $100,000 to launch a local fundraiser on October 26 in partnership with the American Red Cross, ABC7, KABC Talk Radio and KLOS, and the event netted $331,990 for Southern California wildlife relief. Red Cross volunteers and staff worked all day alongside Ducks coaches, staff and players, including captain Chris Pronger and defenseman Joe DiPenta, to collect the donations from community members. Joe and Verbenia White, evacuees from the San Diego area, spent a happy moment with Minnie Mouse at the Orange County Red Cross’ El Toro High School shelter. When the relief effort moved into its second week, Red Cross volunteers began to conduct damage assessment of the affected areas to verify damage and losses. A client services center was opened at the chapter to provide direct assistance for those Orange County residents whose homes were damaged or destroyed by the fires. Through client services, funds are provided for verified losses for items such as food or groceries, shoes and clothing, bedding and linens, transportation (gasoline), medications or related health needs, storage containers, baby items and more. The funds are accessed through a client assistance card, which is used like a credit card at any vendor or store that accepts MasterCard. As the shelter populations decline and shelters are slated for closing, Red Cross volunteers work with each individual family to ensure that they can return home or have other safe places to reside. Moving forward, for those clients with homes that were severely damaged or destroyed, Red Cross will provide funds for a security deposit, utility deposit, and the first month’s rent when other sources of funds are not available. A powerful Red Cross message was articulated well by Amanda, a 6th grade friend who dropped off a letter dated 10/25/07 at the El Toro shelter for the evacuees: Dear Fire Evacuee, Have hope. I am so sorry! I’m sure you and your family will be just fine. The important thing is that you are ok! Some things in life will happen in life when we least expect it but we can get through this together. # # # • Red Cross Shelter information: El Modena High School: 3920 Spring St., Orange, CA, 92869. Shelter is located on Spring between North Hewes and Prospect. RESIDENTS WHO HAVE BEEN DISPLACED BY THE FIRES, PLEASE GO TO THE RED CROSS SHELTER AT EL MODENA HIGH SCHOOL TO RECEIVE THE FOLLOWING RED CROSS SERVICES: Shelter Food Attention to immediate medical needs Emotional support (including mental health counseling) • Red Cross Client Services (Location & Hours) For those Orange County families with homes damaged or destroyed by the Santiago fire: Red Cross Client Services are available at the Orange County Red Cross (601 N. Golden Circle Dr., Santa Ana, CA, 92705 – George M. Chitty Building) On Monday-Friday, October 29-November 2, client services hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; please call first at 714/481-5300. • Red Cross Damage Assessment: Trained Red Cross corporate volunteers from Grainger and Standard Pacific Homes continue to perform damage assessment on homes in the affected area. • Donations to Red Cross: On October 29, Red Cross National Headquarters announced that it has met the expected costs of the California wildfires but still needs donations to its Disaster Relief Fund to ensure it can respond to the next disaster just as swiftly and effectively as it did in Southern California. Many donations to the relief efforts remain in "pledge" form and, while not yet received by the Red Cross, have been incorporated into the estimate of funds raised for the California wildfire response. The cost of the Red Cross relief operations is currently estimated at $12-15 million. It is important for supporters to fulfill their pledged gifts. For more information, call 714/481-5300. You can help the victims of thousands of disasters across the country each year, disasters like the California Wildfires, by making a financial gift to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. This Fund enables the Red Cross to provide shelter, food, counseling and other assistance to victims of disasters. Donations can be made by calling 1-800-REDCROSS or going to www.redcross.org to make a secure online contribution. Contributions to the Disaster Relief Fund may also be sent to your local American Red Cross chapter (American Red Cross of Orange County, 601 N. Golden Circle Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92705) or to the American Red Cross, P.O. Box 37243, Washington, DC 20013. The American Red Cross honors donor intent. If you wish to designate your donation to a specific disaster please do so at the time of your donation. All American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from the American people. The Red Cross is not a government agency; it relies on voluntary donations of time, money, and blood to do its work. • VOLUNTEER INQUIRIES TO RED CROSS: Presently, the American Red Cross of Orange County is working with trained Red Cross volunteers to address all disaster needs. Only active disaster and client services volunteers interested and available to volunteer, please call the staffing line at 714/481-5339. At this time we have an adequate number of trained Red Cross disaster responders working in Orange County to address the needs of those impacted by the fires, as well as over 1,300 Orange County residents that have offered to volunteer in non-Red Cross roles. We truly value the offer and commitment of each individual that has contacted us and been placed on our list of additional volunteers for Orange County. Any non-Red Cross trained individuals that are interested in being added to the list of additional volunteers to assist in Orange County, please send an email with your name and contact information to volunteers@oc-redcross.org so we may add you to the list and provide you with follow up information. • Red Cross MEDIA INQUIRIES ONLY: 714/384-0760 • Looking for Loved Ones - Safe and Well: Safe and Well is a nationally accessible website, developed as a free community service by the American Red Cross, that provides a way for individuals affected by a disaster (within the U.S.) to list themselves as "safe and well." Then, loved ones can check on the status of their family and friends. Register and connect at 1-800-RED CROSS or www.redcross.org. • Military Family Evacuees (reserve, National Guard, army, navy, marines, etc. – active or inactive): Assistance might be provided by the Southern California Family Readiness Groups. Contact: Cheryl Courwright at 714/514-5628 • Donation of Goods (thru Red Cross): The American Red Cross does not have the capacity to accept or collect, and does not actively solicit individual in-kind donations (such as clothes, shoes, toys, etc) in times of disaster. Direct financial donations to the Red Cross are the best way to assist victims of disaster. Businesses who are interested in making bulk donations of needed items may contact Alesha Arp at 714/481-5367 or by email at alarp@oc-redcross.org. (See below for Donation of Goods options with other agencies.) • Financial Contributions: You can help the victims of thousands of disasters across the country each year, disasters like the California Wildfires, by making a financial gift to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. This Fund enables the Red Cross to provide shelter, food, counseling and other assistance to victims of disasters. Donations can be made by calling 1-800-REDCROSS or going to www.redcross.org to make a secure online contribution. Contributions to the Disaster Relief Fund may also be sent to your local American Red Cross chapter (American Red Cross of Orange County, 601 N. Golden Circle Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92705) or to the American Red Cross, P.O. Box 37243, Washington, DC 20013. The American Red Cross honors donor intent. If you wish to designate your donation to a specific disaster please do so at the time of your donation. All American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from the American people. The Red Cross is not a government agency; it relies on voluntary donations of time, money, and blood to do its work. To make a Corporate Contribution, please contact Alesha Arp at 714/481-5367 or alarp@oc-redcross.org. • American Red Cross Blood Services: The American Red Cross Blood Services national system continues to aid southern California with continued shipments of blood products into the area from across the United States to help stabilize the local blood supply. Some blood drives in the fire zones have had to be cancelled. If you would like to help, please call 1-800-GIVE LIFE (1-800-448-3543) or visit www.GiveLife.org. For Spanish, please call 1-866-POR-VIDA (1-866-767-8432) or visit www.cruzrojaamericana.org. The American Red Cross of Orange County is staffing its emergency operations center around-the-clock and is working to assist our communities with Red Cross services as needed. Thank you for your support. Below please find additional resources which may be useful to people affected by the fires: • LOCAL Assistance Centers (for those affected by the fire): Information and recovery guidance is being provided by assisting agencies for the following locations: COAST COMMUNITY COLLEGE FACILITY: 125 Technology Dr. West, Suite 200, Irvine, CA 92618 (Thomas Brothers Guide 891-C2). 949/341-8000 Hours of Operation: 10/26/07 - 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.; 10/27/07 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; 10/28/07 - 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. SALVATION ARMY FACILITY: 10200 Pioneer Rd., Tustin, CA 92782 (Thomas Brothers Guide 800-J7). (No contact phone number available.) Hours of Operation are Monday, 10/29 - Friday 11/02, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. • OperationOC Distribution Center (for those in need of food, infant care, and toiletries): Orange County Rescue Mission, One Hope Drive, Tustin, CA 92782 - 714/247-4300 Hours of Operation: M-F; 8 a.m.-5 p.m. • County of Orange Public Information Hotline: 714/628-7085 • 2-1-1 Orange County (resources and connectivity): 2-1-1, or on a cell phone dial 1-888-600-4357 • Volunteer Inquiries: For an additional volunteer resource, contact Volunteer Center of Orange County at 714/953-5757 or www.volunteercenter.org. • Animal Shelter Information: For large animals, call the animal care hotline at 714/935-7158. Small animals can be taken to the Orange County Animal Shelter at 714/935-6848 (8am-5pm) and 714/935-7158 (after hours). 561 City Drive South, Orange, CA 92868. For more information on temporary veterinary care options, contact 2-1-1 Orange County. • Orange County Fire Authority (fire containment/evacuation information): 714/573-6000 or www.ocfa.org. • San Diego Update Hotline: 619/570-1070 • San Bernardino County Public Information Line: 909/355-8800 • Food Donation Drop Off Sites: Community Action Partnership Food Bank - 12640 Knott Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92841 Second Harvest -426 A Almond, Orange, CA 92866 Rescue Mission/Village of Hope - M-F 8am-6pm - non-perishable food or gift certificates for food. 1 Hope Dr., Tustin, CA • Donation of Goods: Goodwill (check your phone book for your nearest location.) - When your donation is designated for fire victims, Goodwill issues vouchers to Red Cross. These vouchers are then distributed through Red Cross disaster service centers to individuals affected by the fires. Community Action Partnership Food Bank - 12640 Knott, Garden Grove, CA 92841 Accepting personal items, hygiene kits (toiletries, shaving kits, etc.), diapers, clothing, and household goods. Working Wardrobes - 11614 Martens River Circle, Fountain Valley, CA 92708 Working Wardrobes is accepting NEW clothing items for men, women and children – casual/professional clothing, underwear, socks, pajamas, coats and outerwear until November 3rd. We are still accepting good quality professional clothing clean and on hangers. For this outreach, we are UNABLE to accept donations in boxes or bags. We also accept accessories for men and women, such as ties, belts, shoes, purses, scarves and costume jewelry. Those individuals registered with the Red Cross can call to make an appointment to receive FREE personalized professional wardrobing services at our center in Fountain Valley. Please call 714-210-2460. Orange County Red Cross youth volunteers joined Joe DiPenta from the Anaheim Ducks on Friday, October 26 when Honda Center, the Anaheim Ducks, ABC7, KABC Talk Radio and KLOS all came together with Red Cross for a fundraising drive that raised $331,990 to support victims of the recent Southern California wildfires. Red Cross volunteers, along with Ducks players, coaches and staff helped to collect monetary donations. Contributions from local community members, businesses and organizations received a boost for the final tally when a $100,000 donation was made by the Samueli Foundation, Honda Center and the Anaheim Ducks together. Below please find the latest press release from the Orange County Red Cross: Oct. 31, 2007, 3:30 p.m. Release No. 17 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Update on OrangeCounty Red Cross Shelter, Status of Available Services SANTA ANA, Calif. - Following is a recap of Red Cross services currently available for people affected by the Santiago fires, as well as a Red Cross fundraising update. The Red Cross shelter at El Modena High School (3920 Spring St., Orange, CA 92869 – located on Spring St. between North Hewes and Prospect.) is remaining open to serve evacuees from the Santiago fire. The current population is 24; evacuees are receiving shelter, food, attention to immediate medical needs and emotional support (including mental health counseling). For those Orange County families with homes damaged or destroyed by the Santiago fire, Red Cross client services are available from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Orange County Red Cross (601 N. Golden Circle Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92705 – George Chitty Building.) Those affected are asked to call prior to coming in at 714/481-5300 (M-F, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.) For more information, visit www.oc-redcross.org or contact the Orange County Red Cross at (714) 481-5300. You can help the victims of thousands of disasters across the country each year, disasters like the California Wildfires, by making a financial gift to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. This Fund enables the Red Cross to provide shelter, food, counseling and other assistance to victims of disasters. Donations can be made by calling 1-800-REDCROSS or going to www.redcross.org to make a secure online contribution. contributions to the Disaster Relief Fund may also be sent to your local American Red Cross chapter (American Red Cross of Orange County, 601 N. Golden Circle Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92705 ) or to the American Red Cross, P.O. Box 37243, Washington, DC 20013 . The American Red Cross honors donor intent. If you wish to designate your donation to a specific disaster please do so at the time of your donation. All American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from the American people. The Red Cross is not a government agency; it relies on voluntary donations of time, money, and blood to do its work. -> November 2008 Wildfire Updates: http://www.oc-redcross.org/page.aspx?id=1020 ============================= Volunteers: volunteers@oc-redcross.org OC Register Wednesday, October 24, 2007 Where to send donations Some resources for those who want to help. The Red Cross is using trained volunteers to address emergency needs. Individuals who are not active trained Red Cross volunteers can get on a list in case volunteer need arises. Send an e-mail with name and contact information to volunteers@oc-redcross.org. Financial donations can be made by calling 1-800-RED CROSS or send contributions to the American Red Cross of Orange County, 601 N. Golden Circle Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92705. Contributions can also be made online by visiting www.redcross.org. per www.oc-redcross.org, http://www.oc-redcross.org/page.aspx?id=982: Santiago Canyon Fire Answers & Referrals from Red Cross for Public Inquiries about the Santiago Canyon Wildfire (current as of 11-02-07, 12:30 p.m.) For a visual snapshot of Red Cross response to the Santiago Fires, click here. ORANGE COUNTY RED CROSS RESPONSE UPDATE: Orange County Red Cross Santiago Wildfire Response � A Snapshot The American Red Cross of Orange County activated its emergency operations center at 7 p.m. on Oct. 21. Volunteers and staff continue to coordinate the Chapter�s response to the devastating fire. October 31, 2007 - The Emergency Operations Center (EOC) at the Orange County Red Cross has been open and fully operational since Sunday, October 21 at the onset of the devastating Southern California wildfires, whipped up by strong Santa Ana winds. Now, ten days later as the gap closes on containment of the Santiago fires in Orange County, the Orange County Fire Authority reports approximately 28,445 acres burned, eight residential structures damaged and fifteen destroyed, and mandatory evacuations still in place for some of the canyon areas. Since the onset of the disaster, the Orange County Red Cross has opened four shelters at three sites � the Lakeview Senior Center in Irvine, El Toro High School in Lake Forest, and El Modena High School in Orange. Nearly 250 volunteers and staff have covered round-the-clock shifts at the EOC and Red Cross shelters to serve the evacuees. Red Cross shelters provide a safe haven where displaced residents and evacuees receive comfort and care, including cots, blankets, pillows, towels, wash cloths, food, snacks, beverages, shower facilities, recreational activities, health assessments, mental health assistance and more. Through Red Cross mass care, evacuees also received clothing through both �in-kind� donations and bulk purchases that were distributed to those in need at the shelters. Red Cross volunteers Larry Fortmuller and Madison Burtchaell give California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger a tour of the El Toro High School shelter on Oct. 24. As often happens in a disaster affecting so many constituents, the Orange County shelters had their share of high profile guests. The El Toro High School Shelter received special visits from Disney characters, including Mickey and Minnie Mouse and from the Governor of California, Arnold Schwarzenegger. In addition, individuals, organizations, and businesses rallied in a big way to provide financial assistance through Red Cross for the fire victims. Individual and corporate donations and pledges, employee matching gifts, in-kind contributions, cause-related marketing, and special events resulted in more than $1 million dollars to date collected or pledged for this effort from Orange County alone. The Samueli Foundation, Honda Center and the Anaheim Ducks donated $100,000 to launch a local fundraiser on October 26 in partnership with the American Red Cross, ABC7, KABC Talk Radio and KLOS, and the event netted $331,990 for Southern California wildlife relief. Red Cross volunteers and staff worked all day alongside Ducks coaches, staff and players, including captain Chris Pronger and defenseman Joe DiPenta, to collect the donations from community members. Joe and Verbenia White, evacuees from the San Diego area, spent a happy moment with Minnie Mouse at the Orange County Red Cross� El Toro High School shelter. When the relief effort moved into its second week, Red Cross volunteers began to conduct damage assessment of the affected areas to verify damage and losses. A client services center was opened at the chapter to provide direct assistance for those Orange County residents whose homes were damaged or destroyed by the fires. Through client services, funds are provided for verified losses for items such as food or groceries, shoes and clothing, bedding and linens, transportation (gasoline), medications or related health needs, storage containers, baby items and more. The funds are accessed through a client assistance card, which is used like a credit card at any vendor or store that accepts MasterCard. As the shelter populations decline and shelters are slated for closing, Red Cross volunteers work with each individual family to ensure that they can return home or have other safe places to reside. Moving forward, for those clients with homes that were severely damaged or destroyed, Red Cross will provide funds for a security deposit, utility deposit, and the first month�s rent when other sources of funds are not available. A powerful Red Cross message was articulated well by Amanda, a 6th grade friend who dropped off a letter dated 10/25/07 at the El Toro shelter for the evacuees: Dear Fire Evacuee, Have hope. I am so sorry! I�m sure you and your family will be just fine. The important thing is that you are ok! Some things in life will happen in life when we least expect it but we can get through this together. # # # � Red Cross Shelter information: El Modena High School: 3920 Spring St., Orange, CA, 92869. Shelter is located on Spring between North Hewes and Prospect. RESIDENTS WHO HAVE BEEN DISPLACED BY THE FIRES, PLEASE GO TO THE RED CROSS SHELTER AT EL MODENA HIGH SCHOOL TO RECEIVE THE FOLLOWING RED CROSS SERVICES: Shelter Food Attention to immediate medical needs Emotional support (including mental health counseling) � Red Cross Client Services (Location & Hours) For those Orange County families with homes damaged or destroyed by the Santiago fire: Red Cross Client Services are available at the Orange County Red Cross (601 N. Golden Circle Dr., Santa Ana, CA, 92705 � George M. Chitty Building) On Monday-Friday, October 29-November 2, client services hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; please call first at 714/481-5300. � Red Cross Damage Assessment: Trained Red Cross corporate volunteers from Grainger and Standard Pacific Homes continue to perform damage assessment on homes in the affected area. � Donations to Red Cross: On October 29, Red Cross National Headquarters announced that it has met the expected costs of the California wildfires but still needs donations to its Disaster Relief Fund to ensure it can respond to the next disaster just as swiftly and effectively as it did in Southern California. Many donations to the relief efforts remain in "pledge" form and, while not yet received by the Red Cross, have been incorporated into the estimate of funds raised for the California wildfire response. The cost of the Red Cross relief operations is currently estimated at $12-15 million. It is important for supporters to fulfill their pledged gifts. For more information, call 714/481-5300. You can help the victims of thousands of disasters across the country each year, disasters like the California Wildfires, by making a financial gift to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. This Fund enables the Red Cross to provide shelter, food, counseling and other assistance to victims of disasters. Donations can be made by calling 1-800-REDCROSS or going to www.redcross.org to make a secure online contribution. Contributions to the Disaster Relief Fund may also be sent to your local American Red Cross chapter (American Red Cross of Orange County, 601 N. Golden Circle Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92705) or to the American Red Cross, P.O. Box 37243, Washington, DC 20013. The American Red Cross honors donor intent. If you wish to designate your donation to a specific disaster please do so at the time of your donation. All American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from the American people. The Red Cross is not a government agency; it relies on voluntary donations of time, money, and blood to do its work. � VOLUNTEER INQUIRIES TO RED CROSS: Presently, the American Red Cross of Orange County is working with trained Red Cross volunteers to address all disaster needs. Only active disaster and client services volunteers interested and available to volunteer, please call the staffing line at 714/481-5339. At this time we have an adequate number of trained Red Cross disaster responders working in Orange County to address the needs of those impacted by the fires, as well as over 1,300 Orange County residents that have offered to volunteer in non-Red Cross roles. We truly value the offer and commitment of each individual that has contacted us and been placed on our list of additional volunteers for Orange County. Any non-Red Cross trained individuals that are interested in being added to the list of additional volunteers to assist in Orange County, please send an email with your name and contact information to volunteers@oc-redcross.org so we may add you to the list and provide you with follow up information. � Red Cross MEDIA INQUIRIES ONLY: 714/384-0760 � Looking for Loved Ones - Safe and Well: Safe and Well is a nationally accessible website, developed as a free community service by the American Red Cross, that provides a way for individuals affected by a disaster (within the U.S.) to list themselves as "safe and well." Then, loved ones can check on the status of their family and friends. Register and connect at 1-800-RED CROSS or www.redcross.org. � Military Family Evacuees (reserve, National Guard, army, navy, marines, etc. � active or inactive): Assistance might be provided by the Southern California Family Readiness Groups. Contact: Cheryl Courwright at 714/514-5628 � Donation of Goods (thru Red Cross): The American Red Cross does not have the capacity to accept or collect, and does not actively solicit individual in-kind donations (such as clothes, shoes, toys, etc) in times of disaster. Direct financial donations to the Red Cross are the best way to assist victims of disaster. Businesses who are interested in making bulk donations of needed items may contact Alesha Arp at 714/481-5367 or by email at alarp@oc-redcross.org. (See below for Donation of Goods options with other agencies.) � Financial Contributions: You can help the victims of thousands of disasters across the country each year, disasters like the California Wildfires, by making a financial gift to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. This Fund enables the Red Cross to provide shelter, food, counseling and other assistance to victims of disasters. Donations can be made by calling 1-800-REDCROSS or going to www.redcross.org to make a secure online contribution. Contributions to the Disaster Relief Fund may also be sent to your local American Red Cross chapter (American Red Cross of Orange County, 601 N. Golden Circle Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92705) or to the American Red Cross, P.O. Box 37243, Washington, DC 20013. The American Red Cross honors donor intent. If you wish to designate your donation to a specific disaster please do so at the time of your donation. All American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from the American people. The Red Cross is not a government agency; it relies on voluntary donations of time, money, and blood to do its work. To make a Corporate Contribution, please contact Alesha Arp at 714/481-5367 or alarp@oc-redcross.org. � American Red Cross Blood Services: The American Red Cross Blood Services national system continues to aid southern California with continued shipments of blood products into the area from across the United States to help stabilize the local blood supply. Some blood drives in the fire zones have had to be cancelled. If you would like to help, please call 1-800-GIVE LIFE (1-800-448-3543) or visit www.GiveLife.org. For Spanish, please call 1-866-POR-VIDA (1-866-767-8432) or visit www.cruzrojaamericana.org. The American Red Cross of Orange County is staffing its emergency operations center around-the-clock and is working to assist our communities with Red Cross services as needed. Thank you for your support. Below please find additional resources which may be useful to people affected by the fires: � LOCAL Assistance Centers (for those affected by the fire): Information and recovery guidance is being provided by assisting agencies for the following locations: COAST COMMUNITY COLLEGE FACILITY: 125 Technology Dr. West, Suite 200, Irvine, CA 92618 (Thomas Brothers Guide 891-C2). 949/341-8000 Hours of Operation: 10/26/07 - 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.; 10/27/07 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; 10/28/07 - 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. SALVATION ARMY FACILITY: 10200 Pioneer Rd., Tustin, CA 92782 (Thomas Brothers Guide 800-J7). (No contact phone number available.) Hours of Operation are Monday, 10/29 - Friday 11/02, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. � OperationOC Distribution Center (for those in need of food, infant care, and toiletries): Orange County Rescue Mission, One Hope Drive, Tustin, CA 92782 - 714/247-4300 Hours of Operation: M-F; 8 a.m.-5 p.m. � County of Orange Public Information Hotline: 714/628-7085 � 2-1-1 Orange County (resources and connectivity): 2-1-1, or on a cell phone dial 1-888-600-4357 � Volunteer Inquiries: For an additional volunteer resource, contact Volunteer Center of Orange County at 714/953-5757 or www.volunteercenter.org. � Animal Shelter Information: For large animals, call the animal care hotline at 714/935-7158. Small animals can be taken to the Orange County Animal Shelter at 714/935-6848 (8am-5pm) and 714/935-7158 (after hours). 561 City Drive South, Orange, CA 92868. For more information on temporary veterinary care options, contact 2-1-1 Orange County. � Orange County Fire Authority (fire containment/evacuation information): 714/573-6000 or www.ocfa.org. � San Diego Update Hotline: 619/570-1070 � San Bernardino County Public Information Line: 909/355-8800 � Food Donation Drop Off Sites: Community Action Partnership Food Bank - 12640 Knott Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92841 Second Harvest -426 A Almond, Orange, CA 92866 Rescue Mission/Village of Hope - M-F 8am-6pm - non-perishable food or gift certificates for food. 1 Hope Dr., Tustin, CA � Donation of Goods: Goodwill (check your phone book for your nearest location.) - When your donation is designated for fire victims, Goodwill issues vouchers to Red Cross. These vouchers are then distributed through Red Cross disaster service centers to individuals affected by the fires. Community Action Partnership Food Bank - 12640 Knott, Garden Grove, CA 92841 Accepting personal items, hygiene kits (toiletries, shaving kits, etc.), diapers, clothing, and household goods. Working Wardrobes - 11614 Martens River Circle, Fountain Valley, CA 92708 Working Wardrobes is accepting NEW clothing items for men, women and children � casual/professional clothing, underwear, socks, pajamas, coats and outerwear until November 3rd. We are still accepting good quality professional clothing clean and on hangers. For this outreach, we are UNABLE to accept donations in boxes or bags. We also accept accessories for men and women, such as ties, belts, shoes, purses, scarves and costume jewelry. Those individuals registered with the Red Cross can call to make an appointment to receive FREE personalized professional wardrobing services at our center in Fountain Valley. Please call 714-210-2460. Orange County Red Cross youth volunteers joined Joe DiPenta from the Anaheim Ducks on Friday, October 26 when Honda Center, the Anaheim Ducks, ABC7, KABC Talk Radio and KLOS all came together with Red Cross for a fundraising drive that raised $331,990 to support victims of the recent Southern California wildfires. Red Cross volunteers, along with Ducks players, coaches and staff helped to collect monetary donations. Contributions from local community members, businesses and organizations received a boost for the final tally when a $100,000 donation was made by the Samueli Foundation, Honda Center and the Anaheim Ducks together. Below please find the latest press release from the Orange County Red Cross: Oct. 31, 2007, 3:30 p.m. Release No. 17 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Update on OrangeCounty Red Cross Shelter, Status of Available Services SANTA ANA, Calif. - Following is a recap of Red Cross services currently available for people affected by the Santiago fires, as well as a Red Cross fundraising update. The Red Cross shelter at El Modena High School (3920 Spring St., Orange, CA 92869 � located on Spring St. between North Hewes and Prospect.) is remaining open to serve evacuees from the Santiago fire. The current population is 24; evacuees are receiving shelter, food, attention to immediate medical needs and emotional support (including mental health counseling). For those Orange County families with homes damaged or destroyed by the Santiago fire, Red Cross client services are available from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Orange County Red Cross (601 N. Golden Circle Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92705 � George Chitty Building.) Those affected are asked to call prior to coming in at 714/481-5300 (M-F, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.) For more information, visit www.oc-redcross.org or contact the Orange County Red Cross at (714) 481-5300. You can help the victims of thousands of disasters across the country each year, disasters like the California Wildfires, by making a financial gift to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. This Fund enables the Red Cross to provide shelter, food, counseling and other assistance to victims of disasters. Donations can be made by calling 1-800-REDCROSS or going to www.redcross.org to make a secure online contribution. contributions to the Disaster Relief Fund may also be sent to your local American Red Cross chapter (American Red Cross of Orange County, 601 N. Golden Circle Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92705 ) or to the American Red Cross, P.O. Box 37243, Washington, DC 20013 . The American Red Cross honors donor intent. If you wish to designate your donation to a specific disaster please do so at the time of your donation. All American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from the American people. The Red Cross is not a government agency; it relies on voluntary donations of time, money, and blood to do its work.
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notes: Volunteers: volunteers@oc-redcross.org OC Register Wednesday, October 24, 2007 Where to send donations Some resources for those who want to help. The Red Cross is using trained volunteers to address emergency needs. Individuals who are not active trained Red Cross volunteers can get on a list in case volunteer need arises. Send an e-mail with name and contact information to volunteers@oc-redcross.org. Financial donations can be made by calling 1-800-RED CROSS or send contributions to the American Red Cross of Orange County, 601 N. Golden Circle Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92705. Contributions can also be made online by visiting www.redcross.org. -> Volunteers: volunteers@oc-redcross.org OC Register Wednesday, October 24, 2007 Where to send donations Some resources for those who want to help. The Red Cross is using trained volunteers to address emergency needs. Individuals who are not active trained Red Cross volunteers can get on a list in case volunteer need arises. Send an e-mail with name and contact information to volunteers@oc-redcross.org. Financial donations can be made by calling 1-800-RED CROSS or send contributions to the American Red Cross of Orange County, 601 N. Golden Circle Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92705. Contributions can also be made online by visiting www.redcross.org. per www.oc-redcross.org, http://www.oc-redcross.org/page.aspx?id=982: Santiago Canyon Fire Answers & Referrals from Red Cross for Public Inquiries about the Santiago Canyon Wildfire (current as of 11-02-07, 12:30 p.m.) For a visual snapshot of Red Cross response to the Santiago Fires, click here. ORANGE COUNTY RED CROSS RESPONSE UPDATE: Orange County Red Cross Santiago Wildfire Response – A Snapshot The American Red Cross of Orange County activated its emergency operations center at 7 p.m. on Oct. 21. Volunteers and staff continue to coordinate the Chapter’s response to the devastating fire. October 31, 2007 - The Emergency Operations Center (EOC) at the Orange County Red Cross has been open and fully operational since Sunday, October 21 at the onset of the devastating Southern California wildfires, whipped up by strong Santa Ana winds. Now, ten days later as the gap closes on containment of the Santiago fires in Orange County, the Orange County Fire Authority reports approximately 28,445 acres burned, eight residential structures damaged and fifteen destroyed, and mandatory evacuations still in place for some of the canyon areas. Since the onset of the disaster, the Orange County Red Cross has opened four shelters at three sites – the Lakeview Senior Center in Irvine, El Toro High School in Lake Forest, and El Modena High School in Orange. Nearly 250 volunteers and staff have covered round-the-clock shifts at the EOC and Red Cross shelters to serve the evacuees. Red Cross shelters provide a safe haven where displaced residents and evacuees receive comfort and care, including cots, blankets, pillows, towels, wash cloths, food, snacks, beverages, shower facilities, recreational activities, health assessments, mental health assistance and more. Through Red Cross mass care, evacuees also received clothing through both “in-kind” donations and bulk purchases that were distributed to those in need at the shelters. Red Cross volunteers Larry Fortmuller and Madison Burtchaell give California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger a tour of the El Toro High School shelter on Oct. 24. As often happens in a disaster affecting so many constituents, the Orange County shelters had their share of high profile guests. The El Toro High School Shelter received special visits from Disney characters, including Mickey and Minnie Mouse and from the Governor of California, Arnold Schwarzenegger. In addition, individuals, organizations, and businesses rallied in a big way to provide financial assistance through Red Cross for the fire victims. Individual and corporate donations and pledges, employee matching gifts, in-kind contributions, cause-related marketing, and special events resulted in more than $1 million dollars to date collected or pledged for this effort from Orange County alone. The Samueli Foundation, Honda Center and the Anaheim Ducks donated $100,000 to launch a local fundraiser on October 26 in partnership with the American Red Cross, ABC7, KABC Talk Radio and KLOS, and the event netted $331,990 for Southern California wildlife relief. Red Cross volunteers and staff worked all day alongside Ducks coaches, staff and players, including captain Chris Pronger and defenseman Joe DiPenta, to collect the donations from community members. Joe and Verbenia White, evacuees from the San Diego area, spent a happy moment with Minnie Mouse at the Orange County Red Cross’ El Toro High School shelter. When the relief effort moved into its second week, Red Cross volunteers began to conduct damage assessment of the affected areas to verify damage and losses. A client services center was opened at the chapter to provide direct assistance for those Orange County residents whose homes were damaged or destroyed by the fires. Through client services, funds are provided for verified losses for items such as food or groceries, shoes and clothing, bedding and linens, transportation (gasoline), medications or related health needs, storage containers, baby items and more. The funds are accessed through a client assistance card, which is used like a credit card at any vendor or store that accepts MasterCard. As the shelter populations decline and shelters are slated for closing, Red Cross volunteers work with each individual family to ensure that they can return home or have other safe places to reside. Moving forward, for those clients with homes that were severely damaged or destroyed, Red Cross will provide funds for a security deposit, utility deposit, and the first month’s rent when other sources of funds are not available. A powerful Red Cross message was articulated well by Amanda, a 6th grade friend who dropped off a letter dated 10/25/07 at the El Toro shelter for the evacuees: Dear Fire Evacuee, Have hope. I am so sorry! I’m sure you and your family will be just fine. The important thing is that you are ok! Some things in life will happen in life when we least expect it but we can get through this together. # # # • Red Cross Shelter information: El Modena High School: 3920 Spring St., Orange, CA, 92869. Shelter is located on Spring between North Hewes and Prospect. RESIDENTS WHO HAVE BEEN DISPLACED BY THE FIRES, PLEASE GO TO THE RED CROSS SHELTER AT EL MODENA HIGH SCHOOL TO RECEIVE THE FOLLOWING RED CROSS SERVICES: Shelter Food Attention to immediate medical needs Emotional support (including mental health counseling) • Red Cross Client Services (Location & Hours) For those Orange County families with homes damaged or destroyed by the Santiago fire: Red Cross Client Services are available at the Orange County Red Cross (601 N. Golden Circle Dr., Santa Ana, CA, 92705 – George M. Chitty Building) On Monday-Friday, October 29-November 2, client services hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; please call first at 714/481-5300. • Red Cross Damage Assessment: Trained Red Cross corporate volunteers from Grainger and Standard Pacific Homes continue to perform damage assessment on homes in the affected area. • Donations to Red Cross: On October 29, Red Cross National Headquarters announced that it has met the expected costs of the California wildfires but still needs donations to its Disaster Relief Fund to ensure it can respond to the next disaster just as swiftly and effectively as it did in Southern California. Many donations to the relief efforts remain in "pledge" form and, while not yet received by the Red Cross, have been incorporated into the estimate of funds raised for the California wildfire response. The cost of the Red Cross relief operations is currently estimated at $12-15 million. It is important for supporters to fulfill their pledged gifts. For more information, call 714/481-5300. You can help the victims of thousands of disasters across the country each year, disasters like the California Wildfires, by making a financial gift to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. This Fund enables the Red Cross to provide shelter, food, counseling and other assistance to victims of disasters. Donations can be made by calling 1-800-REDCROSS or going to www.redcross.org to make a secure online contribution. Contributions to the Disaster Relief Fund may also be sent to your local American Red Cross chapter (American Red Cross of Orange County, 601 N. Golden Circle Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92705) or to the American Red Cross, P.O. Box 37243, Washington, DC 20013. The American Red Cross honors donor intent. If you wish to designate your donation to a specific disaster please do so at the time of your donation. All American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from the American people. The Red Cross is not a government agency; it relies on voluntary donations of time, money, and blood to do its work. • VOLUNTEER INQUIRIES TO RED CROSS: Presently, the American Red Cross of Orange County is working with trained Red Cross volunteers to address all disaster needs. Only active disaster and client services volunteers interested and available to volunteer, please call the staffing line at 714/481-5339. At this time we have an adequate number of trained Red Cross disaster responders working in Orange County to address the needs of those impacted by the fires, as well as over 1,300 Orange County residents that have offered to volunteer in non-Red Cross roles. We truly value the offer and commitment of each individual that has contacted us and been placed on our list of additional volunteers for Orange County. Any non-Red Cross trained individuals that are interested in being added to the list of additional volunteers to assist in Orange County, please send an email with your name and contact information to volunteers@oc-redcross.org so we may add you to the list and provide you with follow up information. • Red Cross MEDIA INQUIRIES ONLY: 714/384-0760 • Looking for Loved Ones - Safe and Well: Safe and Well is a nationally accessible website, developed as a free community service by the American Red Cross, that provides a way for individuals affected by a disaster (within the U.S.) to list themselves as "safe and well." Then, loved ones can check on the status of their family and friends. Register and connect at 1-800-RED CROSS or www.redcross.org. • Military Family Evacuees (reserve, National Guard, army, navy, marines, etc. – active or inactive): Assistance might be provided by the Southern California Family Readiness Groups. Contact: Cheryl Courwright at 714/514-5628 • Donation of Goods (thru Red Cross): The American Red Cross does not have the capacity to accept or collect, and does not actively solicit individual in-kind donations (such as clothes, shoes, toys, etc) in times of disaster. Direct financial donations to the Red Cross are the best way to assist victims of disaster. Businesses who are interested in making bulk donations of needed items may contact Alesha Arp at 714/481-5367 or by email at alarp@oc-redcross.org. (See below for Donation of Goods options with other agencies.) • Financial Contributions: You can help the victims of thousands of disasters across the country each year, disasters like the California Wildfires, by making a financial gift to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. This Fund enables the Red Cross to provide shelter, food, counseling and other assistance to victims of disasters. Donations can be made by calling 1-800-REDCROSS or going to www.redcross.org to make a secure online contribution. Contributions to the Disaster Relief Fund may also be sent to your local American Red Cross chapter (American Red Cross of Orange County, 601 N. Golden Circle Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92705) or to the American Red Cross, P.O. Box 37243, Washington, DC 20013. The American Red Cross honors donor intent. If you wish to designate your donation to a specific disaster please do so at the time of your donation. All American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from the American people. The Red Cross is not a government agency; it relies on voluntary donations of time, money, and blood to do its work. To make a Corporate Contribution, please contact Alesha Arp at 714/481-5367 or alarp@oc-redcross.org. • American Red Cross Blood Services: The American Red Cross Blood Services national system continues to aid southern California with continued shipments of blood products into the area from across the United States to help stabilize the local blood supply. Some blood drives in the fire zones have had to be cancelled. If you would like to help, please call 1-800-GIVE LIFE (1-800-448-3543) or visit www.GiveLife.org. For Spanish, please call 1-866-POR-VIDA (1-866-767-8432) or visit www.cruzrojaamericana.org. The American Red Cross of Orange County is staffing its emergency operations center around-the-clock and is working to assist our communities with Red Cross services as needed. Thank you for your support. Below please find additional resources which may be useful to people affected by the fires: • LOCAL Assistance Centers (for those affected by the fire): Information and recovery guidance is being provided by assisting agencies for the following locations: COAST COMMUNITY COLLEGE FACILITY: 125 Technology Dr. West, Suite 200, Irvine, CA 92618 (Thomas Brothers Guide 891-C2). 949/341-8000 Hours of Operation: 10/26/07 - 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.; 10/27/07 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; 10/28/07 - 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. SALVATION ARMY FACILITY: 10200 Pioneer Rd., Tustin, CA 92782 (Thomas Brothers Guide 800-J7). (No contact phone number available.) Hours of Operation are Monday, 10/29 - Friday 11/02, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. • OperationOC Distribution Center (for those in need of food, infant care, and toiletries): Orange County Rescue Mission, One Hope Drive, Tustin, CA 92782 - 714/247-4300 Hours of Operation: M-F; 8 a.m.-5 p.m. • County of Orange Public Information Hotline: 714/628-7085 • 2-1-1 Orange County (resources and connectivity): 2-1-1, or on a cell phone dial 1-888-600-4357 • Volunteer Inquiries: For an additional volunteer resource, contact Volunteer Center of Orange County at 714/953-5757 or www.volunteercenter.org. • Animal Shelter Information: For large animals, call the animal care hotline at 714/935-7158. Small animals can be taken to the Orange County Animal Shelter at 714/935-6848 (8am-5pm) and 714/935-7158 (after hours). 561 City Drive South, Orange, CA 92868. For more information on temporary veterinary care options, contact 2-1-1 Orange County. • Orange County Fire Authority (fire containment/evacuation information): 714/573-6000 or www.ocfa.org. • San Diego Update Hotline: 619/570-1070 • San Bernardino County Public Information Line: 909/355-8800 • Food Donation Drop Off Sites: Community Action Partnership Food Bank - 12640 Knott Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92841 Second Harvest -426 A Almond, Orange, CA 92866 Rescue Mission/Village of Hope - M-F 8am-6pm - non-perishable food or gift certificates for food. 1 Hope Dr., Tustin, CA • Donation of Goods: Goodwill (check your phone book for your nearest location.) - When your donation is designated for fire victims, Goodwill issues vouchers to Red Cross. These vouchers are then distributed through Red Cross disaster service centers to individuals affected by the fires. Community Action Partnership Food Bank - 12640 Knott, Garden Grove, CA 92841 Accepting personal items, hygiene kits (toiletries, shaving kits, etc.), diapers, clothing, and household goods. Working Wardrobes - 11614 Martens River Circle, Fountain Valley, CA 92708 Working Wardrobes is accepting NEW clothing items for men, women and children – casual/professional clothing, underwear, socks, pajamas, coats and outerwear until November 3rd. We are still accepting good quality professional clothing clean and on hangers. For this outreach, we are UNABLE to accept donations in boxes or bags. We also accept accessories for men and women, such as ties, belts, shoes, purses, scarves and costume jewelry. Those individuals registered with the Red Cross can call to make an appointment to receive FREE personalized professional wardrobing services at our center in Fountain Valley. Please call 714-210-2460. Orange County Red Cross youth volunteers joined Joe DiPenta from the Anaheim Ducks on Friday, October 26 when Honda Center, the Anaheim Ducks, ABC7, KABC Talk Radio and KLOS all came together with Red Cross for a fundraising drive that raised $331,990 to support victims of the recent Southern California wildfires. Red Cross volunteers, along with Ducks players, coaches and staff helped to collect monetary donations. Contributions from local community members, businesses and organizations received a boost for the final tally when a $100,000 donation was made by the Samueli Foundation, Honda Center and the Anaheim Ducks together. Below please find the latest press release from the Orange County Red Cross: Oct. 31, 2007, 3:30 p.m. Release No. 17 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Update on OrangeCounty Red Cross Shelter, Status of Available Services SANTA ANA, Calif. - Following is a recap of Red Cross services currently available for people affected by the Santiago fires, as well as a Red Cross fundraising update. The Red Cross shelter at El Modena High School (3920 Spring St., Orange, CA 92869 – located on Spring St. between North Hewes and Prospect.) is remaining open to serve evacuees from the Santiago fire. The current population is 24; evacuees are receiving shelter, food, attention to immediate medical needs and emotional support (including mental health counseling). For those Orange County families with homes damaged or destroyed by the Santiago fire, Red Cross client services are available from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Orange County Red Cross (601 N. Golden Circle Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92705 – George Chitty Building.) Those affected are asked to call prior to coming in at 714/481-5300 (M-F, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.) For more information, visit www.oc-redcross.org or contact the Orange County Red Cross at (714) 481-5300. You can help the victims of thousands of disasters across the country each year, disasters like the California Wildfires, by making a financial gift to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. This Fund enables the Red Cross to provide shelter, food, counseling and other assistance to victims of disasters. Donations can be made by calling 1-800-REDCROSS or going to www.redcross.org to make a secure online contribution. contributions to the Disaster Relief Fund may also be sent to your local American Red Cross chapter (American Red Cross of Orange County, 601 N. Golden Circle Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92705 ) or to the American Red Cross, P.O. Box 37243, Washington, DC 20013 . The American Red Cross honors donor intent. If you wish to designate your donation to a specific disaster please do so at the time of your donation. All American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from the American people. The Red Cross is not a government agency; it relies on voluntary donations of time, money, and blood to do its work.

main_phone: 1 800 RED CROSS -> 1 800 RED CROSS or 714 481 5300
website: http://www.redcross.org/ -> http://www.oc-redcross.org/