The Shakeout is a statewide campaign to teach earthquake preparedness. Here on the UCSB campus we are planning a mass CPR training event to bolster education and awareness about disaster preparedness and personal training.

In preparation for Isla Vista's infamous Halloween weekend, the UCSB American Red Cross is holding an alcohol awareness day in the Arbor. Attendees will learn about alcohol "myths vs. truths," how to recognize and respond to alcohol related emergencies, and how to stay safe and alive on Halloween weekend. Look for the Red Cross tent in the Arbor on October 24th! Stop by and get some candy!

The club will be getting certified in CPR and First Aid on campus on November 3rd! The training will take place at the Environmental Health and Safety Building from 10:30 to 3:30. Costs are $19 for one certification or $27 for both! For more information, or to sign up, click below!

Uncle Sam wants YOU... to help save a life! This election day is about more than voting! The UCSB American Red Cross will be hosting United Blood Services "Blood Vessel" in front of the Thunderdome (across from the SRB) from 1 to 5pm. Do your real civic duty this election day and come help save a life this election day! Click below to join the event on Facebook, and for more information on donation requirements.

In honor of Veteran's Day, the UCSB American Red Cross will be collecting and mailing letters to the US troops fighting overseas. Look for the Red Cross tent in the Arbor during the week before Veteran's Day to get your letter in! We will provide the paper and pens. Alternatively, you can click below to submit a letter online! All letters will be mailed out for the holiday season!

The club will be holding it's quarterly restoration project on Saturday, November 10th from 9am to noon. This event is hosted by the AS Coastal Fund, and is a great way for club members to get involved, meet new friends, and raise money for our club. We receive $200.00 just for volunteering. To sign up for the restoration, please click below!

The UCSB American Red Cross, in conjunction with the A.S. Program Board, will be hosting a fundraising event in Storke Plaza for Hurricane Sandy relief. The event will take place from 11am until 2pm and will include food, games, and a live band. All proceed collected will be donated directly to the American Red Cross.

The UCSB American Red Cross will be hosting a Panda Express Fundraiser for Hurricane Sandy relief on November 20th from 2pm until closing! Come out, enjoy some great food, and help the American Red Cross in our efforts to provide relief to those affected by Hurricane Sandy.

The UCSB American Red Cross will be volunteering at the Casa Esperanza Homeless Center in downtown Santa Barbara starting at 10am on December 1st! Come spread goodwill and holiday cheer by serving hot meals to locals in need! More information on sign-ups coming soon!