“Culver’s Cares Days” to Benefit Red Cross’ Disaster Relief Fund

Culver’s Restaurants are banding together again for the benefit of the American Red Cross’ Disaster Relief Fund. Culver’s restaurants of the Rock River Valley are among more than 370 Culver’s restaurants donating 10 percent of their respective sales on Tuesday, July 1 to their local participating American Red Cross chapter.

The Rock River Chapter will then use 100 percent of the funds to provide immediate relief to victims of disasters such as the recent Midwestern Floods.

Guests can enhance the total Red Cross contribution by giving personal donations in canisters available at stores.

Flooding and Red Cross Damage Assessment

Flooding and Red Cross Damage Assessment

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We were out today assessing damage in flooded areas of the Rock River. In some areas front yards had actual fish living in ditches. Others needed boats to access their homes. Check out more photos on our flickr page.

Red Cross Emergency Shelter at Harlem High School Closed

The Rock River Chapter of the American Red Cross has closed the emergency shelter at Harlem High School. A sign is posted on the doors instructing any families who still need assistance to contact the Red Cross at: (815) 963-8471

Culver’s Day of Giving to Benefit Red Cross and Flood Victims July 1, 2008

Culver’s has one again stepped up to the plate and is having another “Culver’s Day of Giving” on July 1, 2008 and the American Red Cross gets 10% of your purchase. So, mark you calendars to eat a meal or two at Culver’s on July 1st.
Thanks Culver’s!

Gail McGovern: American Red Cross President & CEO

Listen to 97 ZOK TODAY! Request for Relief benefiting the Red Cross

97 ZOK is helping out the Red Cross! For your donation today on 97 ZOK you also get to request any song you’d like! The money donated goes to support the Red Cross and victims of disaster.

Win a Rick Nielsen autographed guitar at Rock’n for the RED June 21st at Davis Park in Rockford, Illinois & more!

Like Rockford Illinois’ own Cheap Trick? Like Rick Nielsen? How about winning a Hammer brand guitar with his autograph on it?

You’re in luck you can win it at Rock’n for the RED this Saturday, June 21st, at Davis Park in Rockford, IL from noon to 11 pm! There’s a picture of it below, tickets are just $5 for one and $25 for six tickets to win.

Raffle tickets can be purchased at Rock’n for the RED or at the chapter house located at 727 N. Church Street, Rockford, IL 61103 you must be 18 to enter and you do not need to be present to win.

Other raffle items include:

Two Round Trip Tickets to Las Vegas, NV
Donated by Allegiant Air

Zavius Jewelry Items
Total worth $5,000

Magic Waters Season Pass &
Golf (4 course)Season Pass
Donated by the Rockford Park District

All proceeds from the raffle go to benefit victims of disaster and the Red Cross Rock River Chapter!

Red Cross Responds to Flooding in the Rock River Valley

The Rock River Chapter of the American Red Cross’ shelter at Harlem High School currently houses 23 individuals affected by flooding with their emergency needs of shelter, food, and clothing. The Emergency Response Vehicle has distributed over 100 meals and snacks to those affected in response to the flooding.  Five families have been housed in a local hotel as health issues prevent them from staying in the Red Cross shelter at Harlem High School.

If you are interested in doing your part to help the residents displaced by the recent flooding of the Rock River you can:

• Donate to the Disaster Relief Fund
• Come to Rock’n for the Red, Saturday, June 21 from noon-11 p.m. Proceeds from this event go towards the support the Red Cross provides during disasters such as the recent floods.
• Become a Red Cross trained volunteer. Volunteers currently make up 96 percent of our organization.
• Have breakfast at Cliffbreaker’s on Wednesday, June 18 from 6-9 a.m. where all proceeds benefit the Rock River Chapter’s Disaster Relief Fund.

Any families with emergency needs caused by the recent flooding can contact the Rock River Chapter at 815-963-8471.

Rock River Chapter Opens Shelter for Residents Affected by Flooding

The Rock River Chapter of the American Red Cross, at the urging of city officials, has opened an emergency shelter at Harlem High School located at 1 Huskie Circle in Machesney Park; please enter through Entrance 7 where registration will begin at 2 p.m.

The Chapter encourages those who need shelter to bring pillows and blankets if they can, along with any medications. Currently it’s estimated that 4 families and 20 plus individuals have been affected, and are expected to seek shelter at the shelter. If any individuals need immediate assistance – food, shelter, clothing- please contact the chapter at: (815) 963-8471.

Want to win VIP Passes to Rock’n for the RED June 21st at Davis Park?

Three lucky winners will be chosen for an all inclusive VIP package, consisting of admission to the exclusive VIP seating area, catered food by Damon’s Grill, a wine tasting, hor d’oeuvres, goodie bags, special raffle items, soft drinks and more.

Featured entertainment includes performances by The Avatars, The Tom Mac Group, The Frontiers, The Moment, The Souls, The Moon Dogs and Southern Heritage.

To enter just go to: http://mystateline.com/content/contestsandpromotions