Nominate a Hero to the American Red Cross

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The American Red Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania is currently seeking nominations for those who have performed a heroic act in Bradford, Sullivan, Wyoming, Luzerne, Lackawanna, Carbon, Monroe, Pike and Wayne Counties or has performed a heroic act and lives in one of these counties.

If you know of someone who you believe should be honored, please consider submitting a nomination for them at www.redcross.org/nepaheroes. Winners will be recognized during our annual NEPA Heroes Telethon broadcast on Blue Ridge Cable Channel 13 on February 19, 2023 from 3:00pm until 6:00pm.

Each year the American Red Cross is proud to recognize unsung heroes in our community — individuals or teams whose courage, kindness and quick thinking has saved lives or greatly impacted the lives of others. It’s our honor to be able to hear their stories and inspire others to go above and beyond to serve their community.

ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES:

  • 911 Dispatch Hero
  • Fire Safety Hero
  • Medical Hero
  • Law Enforcement Hero
  • Emergency Services Hero
  • Adult Good Samaritan (18+ years)
  • Youth Good Samaritan (17 years and under)
  • Military Hero
  • Animal Rescue Hero
  • Community Impact Hero
  • Give Life Hero