Nominations Open for 2022 Heroes in the Heartland by American Red Cross

Nominations Open for 2022 Heroes in the Heartland by American Red Cross

The American Red Cross (redcross.org/local/Nebraska) is accepting nominations for its 2022 Heroes in the Heartland event. This is an opportunity to honor individuals who have saved another person’s life during the past year or who have positively impacted the quality of life in the Omaha-Council Bluffs Metro area. Individuals will be honored on March 15. Nominations are available in the following categories:

• Call to Action – Presented to an individual who, by circumstances beyond their control, found themselves in a challenging situation and demonstrated extraordinary courage.
  Commitment to Community – Presented to an individual, couple, group, or organization that has made a tremendous impact on the community through their volunteerism, philanthropy, service to others, or example.
• Disaster Relief – Presented to an individual or organization who has served an important role in disaster relief in our community.
  Gift of Life – Presented to an individual, couple, group, or organization that supports the lifesaving mission through personal blood or platelet donations or inspiring others to give blood or platelets.
• Good Samaritan – Presented to an individual who is considered a hero because of their unselfish devotion and concern for the welfare of others.
• Lifetime Hero – Presented to an individual who inspires others by their example. This individual has overcome hardship, risen above challenges, or dedicated their life to serving others.
• Public Servant Hero – Presented to an individual who, in the line of duty (police, fire, military, medical, etc.) went above and beyond the call.

Each day, the American Red Cross is active in the community, serving those in need. To learn more or to nominate a Hero in the Heartland, visit redcross.org/local/Nebraska.