Abra Red Cross cites volunteers

BANGUED, Abra --  The Abra Red Cross  cited its volunteers  on occasion of International Volunteers Day and  its  annual Christmas program held here at  ADTEMPCO Conference Hall.

Ivy Venus S. Avendaño, chapter administrator of Abra Red Cross and the board of directors chaired by Cresencio Calina gave certificates of appreciation to their volunteer staff in recognition of their efforts, commitment and dedication in serving humanity.

In her  message anchored on the theme “Volunteers build resilient communities,” Merla Q. Ruiz , manager of DZPA-CMN Radio,  presented pictures of volunteerism that helped the Catholic radio station reach  far areas in Abra in times of need  and in monitoring local and national elections.

The BOD members also received plaques of appreciation from Philippine Red Cross National Administrator Richard Gordon through Ruiz and Dr. Maria Teresa B. Beñas, head   of the Philippine Information Agency-Abra   who served as guest speaker during their Christmas program.

Being one of the long-time volunteers of the Red Cross, Benas shared her experience in volunteerism in volunteer organizations in the country saying she was inspired by the adage, “Blessed to bless others.”

She added “no one is too poor that she/he cannot share anything, just as a rich man is just as happy to receive a gift, no matter how lowly the gift may be.”

Songs and dances were presented and prizes were raffled among staff, volunteers, BOD members and guests. – PIA Abra