CPR Saturday

Volunteers from the Placer District of the Sacramento Sierra Chapter want to help you learn to save lives! More than 100 Red Cross volunteers will host this training designed to teach the public CPR and AED skills.

Date: Saturday, March 20, 2010
Time: Choose one of five available sessions (7:30 a.m., 9:15 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 12:45 p.m., or 2:15 p.m.). Each session lasts 3 1/2 hours.
Location: William Jessup University, 333 Sunset Blvd., Rocklin 

After completing one of the sessions, which includes adult CPR, choke rescue and rescue breathing skills and AED training, attendees will receive a Red Cross certification valid for one year.

Please view the answers to frequently asked questions before registering for one of the CPR Saturday sessions.

A $10 non-refundable fee is due at the time of pre-registration. Class sessions include all class materials, training and a keychain breathing barrier to use in case of emergency. Pre-registration is available online or by calling 1-866-656-9272.

Third Annual Time, Talent and Treasure Ladies Tea

The T3 is a ladies mid-day tea held each spring in celebration of the time, talent and treasure of women who share their gifts to benefit others, and in particular, those who are committed to the work of their local Red Cross chapter. This event is organized by women volunteer leaders who are members of the Sacramento Sierra Chapter Tiffany Circle Society of Women Leaders, and the Legacy Circle Society, a society for those who have committed to leaving a legacy gift to the Red Cross.

Date: Saturday, May 1, 2010
Time: The ladies tea will commence at 11:30 a.m.
Location: The ladies tea will be held at the home of Debra Baron: 421 Crocker Road, Sacramento, 95864
Tickets: Individual tickets are $35; tables of eight are $280
Sponsorships, providing benefits, are also available

Tea Service Items Requested:
Members of the ladies tea committee are respectfully requesting the donation of teacups, saucers, teapots and other related tea service items. If you are interested in donating any of these items for use at this year's and future ladies tea events, please deliver or mail your items to:

American Red Cross
Attn: Ladies Tea
1565 Exposition Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95815

Entertainment at the Ladies Tea:
Chef Tyler Stone is one of America’s rising stars in the next generation of chefs. From the time he was 4 years old, Tyler Stone has had a full-blown passion for the culinary arts and has accomplished much in his short career. He graduated from a local culinary academy at the age of thirteen and a half with a student degree in restaurant management and culinary arts. He has also enjoyed numerous T.V. appearances on local television and has prepared fabulous dinner parties for local and national celebrities, organizations, and politicians. For more information visit www.cheftylerstone.com.

For additional information, or to purchase tickets, contact Trista Jensen at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or (916) 993-7084.

Haiti Relief and Development

Listed below you will find various events and fundraisers being held throughout the Sacramento Sierra region to benefit the Haiti Relief and Development Fund.

If you are interested in hosting a fundraiser for Haiti Relief and Development, or for the Red Cross in general, please contact Matt Lingo at (916) 993-7081. If you already have a fundraiser planned and would like to have it listed here, please contact Matt Lingo to fill out the appropriate paperwork.

Upcoming Fundraising Events:
March 6, 2010
Gospel Benefit Concert featuring six recording artists and a gospel choir put on by Tommy Goss Productions

March 7, 2010 (10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
Haircutting Event at Sassy Salon

April 9-10, 2010 (Location TBD)
Performing Arts Dance Show put on by Sarah Barber Performing Arts

May 1, 2010 (7:00 p.m.)
Fashion Show sponsored by Sacramento Magazine and put on by Beauty Bar and Faces by Shae. Event takes place at Loehman's Plaza (The Conservatory)

On-going Fundraisers to benefit the Haiti Relief and Development Fund:

Tim Lewis Communities: A $500 donation will be made for every home sold between March 1, 2010 and May 31, 2010. An additional $300 will be donated for every home sold that uses Well Fargo Lending.

Jackson Rancheria Hotel and Casino: Donating funds from Casino Boxes and allowing people to turn their Casino Points into cash for one month period

Red Hawk Casino: Facilitating an employee drive with company matching gifts

Raley's Corporation: Placing donation boxes at all check stands in the northern California region.

Sacramento Municipal Utilities Division (SMUD): Hosting donation breakfasts and employee drive

BestDiscountVideoGames.com: Donating 30% of profits

Cheryl Forbes: Donating profits from cupcake sales

Daniel Loguzzo/Sacramento State Fraternity: Selling wristbands and donating proceeds

Taylor Morrison-Folsom (Real Estate Development): Hosting a fundraising run

SBM Site Services-Corporate Office: National employee drive with company matching gifts

Agreeya: Hosting an employee drive

Blue Diamond Growers: Hosting an employee drive

CHW: Hosting an employee drive

Department of Corrections: Hosting an employee drive

International Law Society, McGeorge Law School: Placing collection tables around campus

We invite you to join the Sacramento Sierra Chapter of the American Red Cross to honor Hometown Heroes from our local community at a very special luncheon to be held on Tuesday, September 21, 2010 at the Doubletree Hotel. These individuals have shown courage, kindness and unselfish character by an act of heroism in the greater Sacramento community. Join us in celebrating these extraordinary individuals who exemplify the values and principles of the Red Cross.

Hero Nominations

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2010 Hometown Heroes luncheon! Open and print the Nomination Form for nomination categories, deadlines and submission requirements.

Sponsorship