To all the nurses who have volunteered with Team Rubicon, we thank you for your unwavering commitment to service and for representing the very best of the nursing profession. Your dedication and compassion inspire us all. #BuiltToServe
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Team Rubicon is a veteran-led humanitarian organization that serves global communities before, during, and after disasters and crises.
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Happy #InternationalNursesDay! Today, we celebrate the incredible contributions of nurses around the world and the vital role they play in keeping our communities healthy and safe.
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A long time humanitarian and US Army Vietnam Veteran, he also served as a full time emergency department physician in Washington, DC and catalyst for change. We are infinitely greater because of his contributions and grateful to be a part of his legacy. He will be deeply missed.
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We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Dr. David Griswell, MD. As a member of our very first mission to Haiti, Dr. Griswell helped define Team Rubicon's cultural values and the foundation on which we stand.
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Team Rubicon CEO and other Greyshirt leaders are taking part in the National VOAD conference this week, joining forces with other organizations to improve disaster response and recovery efforts across the country. #BuiltToServe
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They had no hope of rebuilding or even clearing their property until a group of Greyshirts arrived. “We don’t have enough people in this world who do this service.” Leighann said. #BuiltToServe
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They have lived through multiple fires and floods in their Southern California home. Last September, another wildfire torched their property, destroying the house their son and grandchildren lived in, and over 1.000 trees planted by their son.
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"All of a sudden, he goes, ‘We’re Team Rubicon and we’re here to help you.’ I couldn’t believe it. I was absolutely floored.”
Jon is a US Navy veteran who volunteered for onshore duty in Vietnam, his wife Leighann retired as a registered nurse.
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Great read on how disaster relief training led by Team Rubicon is being used as a leadership lab at the United States Air Force Academy:
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Is volunteering with Team Rubicon difficult? It can be.
Are you going to be sore in places you didn’t know you could be? Absolutely.
Is it worth it? Every. Damn. Time.
Join us in the field. Get your shirt dirty. Make a difference.
#BuiltToServe
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If you think that training can wait, think again. It's that time of year when storms show up uninvited. Grow your skillsets for those we serve, the TRibe, and yourself. Learn more:
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500+ Greyshirt leaders. One mission. 💪
We’re still fired up from the amazingness that was TRLC 2023. Volunteers from across the country came together to reaffirm our commitment to putting service over self and grow as leaders for all of the communities we impact. #BuiltToServe
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That first step can be the hardest, but you can't be afraid of failure. Here's what it means to Step Into The Arena #TRCulturalPrinciples
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We couldn't do this without you. Tag a Greyshirt in the comments that you're thankful for! #BuiltToServe
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Anyone joining Team Rubicon must understand that our mission to provide disaster response comes first, but it is our volunteer members who make that mission possible. Our leaders serve our members, and in doing so enable our members to serve communities. #TRCulturalPrinciples
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The couple that serves together stays together. Get to know Bob and Shelly Kastler, Greyshirts who stepped up to serve for the first time following Hurricane Ian:
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Our EMT Type-1 Mobile served in the Zomba area— home to two IDP camps—where medical personnel evaluated and cared for individuals injured during cyclone Freddy, as well as attend to critical care needs that preceded the March disaster. #BuiltToServe
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In response to cyclone Freddy and requests from the Malawi Ministry of Health and the World Health Organization, Team Rubicon dispatched an Emergency Medical Team (EMT) Type-1 Mobile to Malawi on March 27, 2023.
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Team Rubicon is monitoring this tornado watch and standing by to support if needed. Make sure to follow all local warnings if you’re in the potential path.
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Tornado Warning continues for Bowie TX and Montague TX until 8:00 PM CDT
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Since our founding, we have equitably served communities both big and small: from Hurricane Harvey in Texas, to flooding in a small Rio Grande community, to Hurricane Sandy, to Dengue Fever in the Marshall Islands. Our unwavering commitment to serve presses on. #BuiltToServe
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"When we arrived at the home, I had felt that homeowner’s despair, but as we left, I felt her hope. And as for me, I felt blessed." Greyshirt Mark Weizenegger reflects on helping return a home to habitable for a homeowner in Detroit:
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As wildfires continue to grow in frequency and intensity, Team Rubicon's role in fire mitigation becomes increasingly important. For #WildfireAwarenessMonth, learn more about our approach to mitigation ⬇️⬇️ and the impact we are having:
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Susan’s home sustained significant damage from Hurricane Ian, but there was one item she was desperate to find: a blanket that she handmade for her niece. Claire Z. + her fellow Greyshirts got to work, hoping to bring a little brightness to Susan’s day:
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Looking for someone to have your six? Look no further. Become a Team Rubicon volunteer and join like minded individuals who are driven to make a difference in communities near and far: TeamRubiconUSA.org/volunteer
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While some disasters are widely covered in the media and receive a lot of attention, many are overlooked. Learn more about low attention disasters and how Team Rubicon focuses on supporting communities affected by them ⬇️⬇️
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Proud to have the continued support of the as we extend hurricane and tornado recovery operations in Texas, Alabama, Louisiana and Kentucky. Thank you for making our mission your mission. #BuiltToServe
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We are committed to supporting communities impacted by natural disasters. This year, we are granting more than $4.4 million to our national nonprofit partners to support preparedness, immediate response and long-term recovery efforts across the country: thd.co/DisasterGrants
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📸 April 📸
From Arkansas to Malawi and disasters big and small, Greyshirts once again stepped up to make a difference for those in need. To the communities that welcomed our volunteers in and allowed Greyshirts to continue to serve, THANK YOU. #BuiltToServe
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“You were absolutely critical in helping folks get out and get the help they needed.” Team Rubicon volunteers received a certificate of recognition for their March 2023 efforts in Nevada helping residents following a historic snowstorm #BuiltToServe
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No one:
Greyshirts logging off for the weekend:
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You have a role. Donors, volunteers, community leaders, and partners. Together, WE are Team Rubicon. #BuiltToServe
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"So, what is food for the soul? I found it to be the ability to help others on their worst day. To have a clear purpose and an easily obtainable goal with an amazing bunch of people around me." - Greyshirt Tim Wedesweiler reflects on serving with TR:
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As we see continued tornado activity and severe storms more frequently than ever, having up to date, real-time info can save lives. Learn more about the apps and emergency alerts you should have active ⬇️
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After historic rainfall in June 2021, Detroit was then slammed by a #derecho damaging wind-event. Many residents are still struggling to recover.
Even after all this time, you have not been forgotten Detroit. Our Greyshirts are on the ground.
#DetroitRecovery #BuiltToServe
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Susan’s home sustained significant damage from Hurricane Ian, but there was one item she was desperate to find: a blanket that she handmade for her niece. Claire Z. + her fellow Greyshirts got to work, hoping to bring a little brightness to Susan’s day:
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Last week, Team Rubicon leaders spent the day at meeting with the Administrator and FEMA staff to share more about our mission and efforts around the country #BuiltToServe
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Team Rubicon Greyshirts were busy in Vacaville, CA assisting with cleaning up downed trees at a farm sanctuary. Read more ⬇️
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"The environment and purpose this organization has created for fellow veterans like myself is no small accomplishment. Now, I can’t wait to continue to serve and to be more involved on a regular basis with Team Rubicon."
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In honor of #NationalVolunteerWeek, we want to hear how many TR deployments you've been on. Bonus points for including the operation names!
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We were founded with a drive to help people on their worst days.
Tested by mother nature.
Strengthened through a commitment to service over self.
In the biggest storms, in the smallest towns.
For us, it’s more than a mission, it’s a mindset.
Join today: TeamRubiconUSA.org/volunteer
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