Editor’s Note: We’re profiling outstanding Red Cross volunteers throughout National Volunteer Week April 21-27. Be sure to check back daily!
By Ava Arteaga
As we gather to celebrate National Volunteer Appreciation Week, we are thrilled to turn the spotlight onto someone truly special: Jenny Farley. If you haven’t had the pleasure of meeting Jenny yet, allow us to introduce you!
Jenny is a Communications volunteer who brings a wealth of experience and expertise, drawing from her background as a CNN news producer and education from the University of Florida. In one of Jenny’s standout achievements with the Red Cross, she served as a story producer with the national photography team during Sound the Alarm in Philadelphia.
But what truly sets Jenny apart is how she embodies the spirit of service in every task she undertakes. As she beautifully puts it, “My favorite part about volunteering for the Red Cross is getting to hear people’s stories…I genuinely love talking to people and taking their picture.”
The first story she covered was the Lindley Towers building collapse in Philadelphia.
“It was my first time in a shelter and I was so moved by the people I met there. Telling their stories was a privilege and getting to see Red Cross volunteers in action was amazing,” she shared.
It’s evident that whether Jenny is capturing poignant moments through her lens or crafting compelling narratives for our blog, she is dedicated to making a difference.
It’s this commitment and meaningful contributions to nearly every aspect of our team that made her the recipient of the Exceptional Volunteer Award for Communications in 2023.
According to Jenny’s supervisor Alana Mauger, Red Cross regional communications manager, “Not only is Jenny an excellent writer who takes on many of the more challenging and emotional stories for our blog, but she frequently goes above and beyond to provide photography, event and media support for our region. Jenny is a compassionate listener and is a great sounding board for ideas. She’s always willing to share her considerable expertise in the field of communications.”
Thank you, Jenny, for your invaluable service and spirit of volunteerism. Your passion and commitment inspire us all to strive for excellence in everything we do.
To learn about Red Cross volunteer opportunities, visit redcross.org/volunteertoday.
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