Many of you will know Audrey. Audrey has been volunteering with the Red Cross from over 75 years, half the time British Red Cross has existed! She started off as a nurse, supported in our event first aid for many years- and has been a fundraising force for many years as well! Every year Audrey collecting during Red Cross Week- normally at least 3 times, including the City of London street collection and London Bridge train station. In 2019 she raised just under £700 in total throughout the week, which is just incredible! Can you help her do it again?

Audrey and I have been talking weekly since lockdown (I'm delighted to say she is doing well, although  bored with being cooped up as she is very socialable!)  When I mentioned we were doing virtual bucket shakes, she told me she was more than happy to lend her name to one, so here we are- Audrey's bucket!

Please do share what you can- and let's not break Audrey's Red Cross Week successful tradition, despite these times!

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While we may not stand on the street, we invite our amazing collectors to set up a virtual collection. Your support is needed more than ever. This is a great way to bring your community together to raise vital funds for people in crisis. It's quick, easy, and you can do it from the comfort of your own home. The British Red Cross plays a vital role in emergency response, and the ongoing, ever-changing situation concerning the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is no exception.In times of crisis, were here to help people. Were local and were global and weve been doing this for 150 years. Our network of incredible staff and volunteers means we are uniquely placed to reach people in fearful, uncertain times. But its the generosity of supporters like you that enables our work to happen quickly and efficiently. With your help, well continue to provide vital humanitarian, individual support for the most vulnerable, and those who fall through the gaps.