This year it seems we are in a “summer of change.” Have you felt it? Embarking on our journey to transform ourselves into an alumni network is definitely one of the best changes! As of the writing of this newsletter ARCAN has 36 new members since we launched a few weeks ago on June 11. This is two and half times the number of new members that joined in all of 2023. And while a number of those up for membership renewal seemed to be waiting  for the ARCAN launch, the high rate of re-ups since June 11 also shows strong support of the changes. It’s so good to be growing!

ARCAN’s new social media channels are becoming a real gathering place, boasting more than 550 members on our Facebook group and 300 followers on LinkedIn! They’re sparking great conversations as group members post photos and share memories. We’re also getting valuable feedback through the platforms that will help us plan programs and gatherings. Follow the links to join the conversation. 

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The American Red Cross is helping Texans as they return to their neighborhoods after Hurricane Beryl and will be there in the challenging weeks and months to come as people get back on their feet. Red Cross disaster workers are helping people plan their next steps while continuing to provide emergency shelter and delivering supplies such as food, water and other critical support to people in need. Sunday night, over 215 people stayed in 6 Red Cross and partner shelters seeking relief from the heat and hurricane damage. Hundreds of Red Crossers have provided some 76,000 meals and 1,200 cases of water to communities that were heavily impacted by Hurricane Beryl. Mobile teams have also provided 480 clean-up kits to help households kickstart their recovery.

After a disaster, no two roads to recovery are alike as different families face different obstacles. The Red Cross prioritizes financial assistance to help empower people to cover their most pressing needs. YOU CAN HELP Please click, text or call to help people affected by the Hurricane Beryl in the United States. To donate, visit redcross.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767) or text BERYL to 90999. Your gift enables the Red Cross to prepare for, respond to and help people recover from this disaster.

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