The Northern New England Blog

By Emma Fermo – Red Cross volunteer writer As National Volunteer Week shines a light on those who give their time to others, the American Red Cross of Northern New England is turning its attention to the people at the heart of its mission: the volunteers across Vermont, Maine and New Hampshire who make lifesaving work possible every single day. New data released by the Red Cross paints a multigenerational portrait of volunteerism across the region: one where Baby Boomers form the backbone of frontline response, Gen X and Millennials keep disaster teams running, and Gen Z is beginning to write the next chapter. Stitching these generations together is a single, shared purpose. “Generation after generation, our community has shown that compassion is one of its greatest strengths,” said Stephanie Couturier, regional CEO of the Red Cross of Northern New England. “In moments when help can’t wait, volunteers of all ages and backgrounds come together to offer care, comfort...