Red Cross Marches in GNCC Holiday Parade

Newton, NJ, November 28, 2009 - Staff and volunteers of the Sussex County Chapter of the American Red Cross marched in the GNCC’s Holiday Parade and introduced their new mascot Lilly the Rottweiler, whose owner Becky Pollak plans to train her to become a Therapy Dog. Becky, a volunteer herself is currently assisting the chapter with their Service to the Armed Forces outreach to military families. Elliot Maikisch reminded paraded attendees of the importance of donating at the December 21st blood drive by wearing the famous Blood Drop suit!

For more information on the Sussex County Chapter of the American Red Cross located at 93 Spring Street in Newton contact (973) 579-1600, or visit the website at  www.sussexredcross.org. The American Red Cross is a non-profit organization that shelters, feeds and counsels victims of disasters; provides nearly half of the nation's blood supply; teaches lifesaving skills; and supports military members and their families. The American Red Cross is a charity, not a government agency, and depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its humanitarian mission.