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Sirens and Shields raises more than $9,000 for the American Red Cross

Thursday, March 25, 2010

The third annual Sirens and Shields auction raised more than $9,000 for the American Red Cross, as well as benevolent associations for the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department and Charlotte Fire Department.

Held on the Epicentre Rooftop Pavilion on March 20, six bachelors and six bachelorettes from the American Red Cross and Charlotte police and fire stations volunteered in auctioning off packages with donated items, gift certificates and unique services from local businesses.

Organized by Club Red, the young professional’s affiliate of the American Red Cross, Sirens and Shields hosted around 250 young professionals.

“I had a blast on Saturday,” said Jill Fallon, a member of Club Red.  Fallon said she thought the event ran smoothly and the location was perfect.

The event was sponsored by ZX Fitness, Howl at the Moon and the Ballantyne Corporate Park.

A bash for turkeys!

Wednesday, November 26, 2008

The 2008 Red Hot Turkey Bash “rocked,” according to Keri Crews. Crews attended the Nov. 25 bash at the Wachovia Atrium with a group of friends. “This night has been really, really fun — it’s a great group of people and the place looks awesome!”
Club Red, the young professionals affiliate of the American Red Cross, hosted an evening of dancing and socializing for more than 1,000 people the Tuesday before Thanksgiving. The annual event is a fundraiser for the Greater Carolinas Chapter.
“This is a good way for our chapter to raise awareness of the Red Cross while encouraging people to cut loose before the holiday,” said Pamela Jefsen, CEO of the Greater Carolinas Chapter.
One highlight of the evening was the drawing for the 50/50 raffle Club Red organized. The pot hit $1,500 just before 10 p.m.
Joe Tedesco, vice president of Club Red, pulled the lucky winner, who received $750.
“I want to give $500 back to the Red Cross,” said Tom Piazza as he accepted his prize. He noted that the money is for a good cause and he was happy to help.
The band Liquid Pleasure played all night, encouraging party-goers to do the “Electric Slide” and dance on stage to the Village People’s “YMCA.”
“We are happy with the turnout, and we’re happy people are having a good time,” said Kate Meier, communications and marketing director for the Greater Carolinas Chapter. “We hope everyone comes back next year!”
View pictures of this event.