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Wednesday, July 22, 2009

Nine ways to support the American Red Cross through social media - Tip 2

We are continuing the #SupportRedCross blog from yesterday. Today is about awareness.

2. Spread the Word

If you volunteer, challenge your friends to do the same. If you give blood, encourage them to give blood as well. If you are starting the conversation, invite them to participate.

Keep following this blog for more tips tomorrow!

Tuesday, July 21, 2009

Nine ways to support the American Red Cross through social media - Tip 1

Social media provides tools to connect people and initiate a conversation. It has been a great avenue for charities to spread awareness and information. But, the conversation is not one-way. You too, can get involved and make a difference through social media.

We have created a list of nine ways for you to get involved through social media – a way to make a difference. Please feel free to add comments or other ways to get involved using our favorite social tools. To kick off the tips, take this conversation to the streets (and by streets, I mean twitter) using the hashtag #SupportRedCross


So, in an effort to keep you reading (and lessen the length of this blog) we will spread out the tips over the next nine days. Are you ready?

1. Follow the American Red Cross on Social Networks


You’ll find the latest and greatest information on what’s going on at the American Red Cross. You can share links about interesting articles, blog posts, videos, photos, classes, fundraisers, emergencies or RSS feeds.
Below are the Dallas area chapter and national links: