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2014 Red Cross Heroes { 10 images } Created 29 Sep 2014

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  • While on patrol near Overton, Officer Nathan Bradford received a call that a driver had lost control of <br />
<br />
her vehicle, launching it over a twenty foot embankment and into the Muddy River. Officer Bradford <br />
<br />
arrived on scene to find the overturned car quickly sinking into the soft river bottom with an injured <br />
<br />
elderly woman and her dog trapped inside. He immediately shed his heavy gear and jumped into the <br />
<br />
river. While chest-deep and sinking in the mud, he managed to pry open the car door, lift the woman <br />
<br />
and her dog up and out to another officer standing on top of the car, and save their lives.IMG_1479.CR2<br />
8/29/2014  --  10:23:53
    Red Cross 2014 Heroes-1479.jpg
  • Dr. Jonathan Bernstein, Medical Professional<br />
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Dr. Bernstein specializes in the treatment and prevention of catastrophic diseases in children. His work <br />
<br />
is life-saving, though it often comes with a high treatment cost. Dr. Bernstein refuses to turn away any <br />
<br />
patient because of the family’s lack of insurance or financial resources. Through the establishment of his <br />
<br />
Cure 4 the Kids Foundation and aggressive fundraising efforts, Dr. Bernstein ensures these families have <br />
<br />
the freedom to focus on giving their child the best possible chances of survival and recovery. IMG_1766.CR2<br />
9/4/2014  --  9:33:55
    Red Cross 2014 Heroes-1766.jpg
  • Jordan Coppert, Youth Good Samaritan<br />
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Jordan Coppert, a senior and star athlete at Faith Lutheran High School, doesn’t take for granted the positive role sports have played in his life. After realizing many of his peers were missing out because of the high cost of sports equipment, Jordan was determined to make a difference. He started out by collecting gently used equipment from his church and school. His efforts grew into a community-wide program called Faith-Fuls, which provides low-cost gear to underprivileged youth in Southern Nevada. This year, Jordan partnered up with Under-Armor to distribute $12,000 worth of new sports gear through Faith Community Day. Jordan is passionate about what he is doing and is committed to continuing this program even after he graduates.
    Red Cross 2014 Heroes-1815.jpg
  • Benjamin Kole, Firefighter/Paramedic<br />
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Las Vegas Fire & Rescue Firefighter/Paramedic Benjamin Kole received an on-duty call that a baby had <br />
<br />
been delivered without a pulse in a nearby apartment. Once on the scene, Ben ran upstairs and began <br />
<br />
performing CPR. Knowing the baby’s chances of survival were better the quicker he could get her to the <br />
<br />
ambulance, Ben continued to perform CPR as he carried her downstairs to the unit. He and his partner <br />
<br />
administered life-saving treatment until finally they got a pulse and could sustain the baby’s heartbeat. <br />
<br />
She was then transported to the hospital. After just 2 1⁄2 weeks in the hospital, she was able to go home <br />
<br />
with her family and is doing very well. IMG_2054.CR2<br />
9/14/2014  --  9:59:27
    Red Cross 2014 Heroes-2054.jpg
  • ONE DROP - USA, International Service<br />
<br />
Founded by Cirque du Soleil founder Guy Laliberté, ONE DROP is a non-profit organization that invests <br />
<br />
in sustainable water and management projects in six countries around the world and has impacted <br />
<br />
425,000 people. Here in Las Vegas – and in 2014 alone -- ONE DROP has raised over $10 million for <br />
<br />
global water accessibility. They have also partnered with The Springs Preserve to support water <br />
<br />
conservation and sustainable living programs in the Las Vegas Valley. IMG_2196.CR2<br />
9/22/2014  --  1:57:17
    Red Cross 2014 Heroes-2196.jpg
  • Dr. James Bakerink, Community Service<br />
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Dr. James “Tony” Bakerink has volunteered his pediatric services to The Shade Tree’s youngest <br />
<br />
residents and victims of domestic violence for the past five years. Every week, Dr. Bakerink provides <br />
<br />
immunizations and conducts free sick and well child visits at the facility. In 2014 alone, he has provided <br />
<br />
care to over 100 homeless children free of charge, helping both the children and their mothers reach <br />
<br />
self-sufficiency, while being healthy and safe. IMG_2224.CR2<br />
9/24/2014  --  12:46:24
    Red Cross 2014 Heroes-2224.jpg
  • Mike Elgas, Adult Good Samaritan<br />
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Mike Elgas became a hero on a normal morning commute while stopping for breakfast at a Jack in the <br />
<br />
Box. An agitated customer had grown belligerent, prompting the manager to call 911. Although the <br />
<br />
responding police officer ultimately declared him free to go, the man suddenly punched the officer <br />
<br />
in the face and knocked him to the ground. When the man tried to grab for the officer’s gun, Mike <br />
<br />
jumped in without hesitation. Locking the assailant in a choke hold, Mike pulled back with all his <br />
<br />
strength and knocked him to the ground, enabling the officer to tase and disable the attacker. The man <br />
<br />
was arrested and the officer went to the hospital with minor injuries. IMG_2272.CR2<br />
9/24/2014  --  5:48:50
    Red Cross 2014 Heroes-2272.jpg
  • Casa de Luz, Community Impact<br />
<br />
Casa de Luz sits in the center of “Naked City”, a region of downtown Las Vegas notorious for gangs, <br />
<br />
drugs, prostitution and poverty. This “House of Light” serves as the neighborhood’s only church and <br />
<br />
community center. Founders Laura and Chris Chapel provide free housing, counseling, food, jobs and <br />
<br />
other resources to the residents of Naked City. For the children, Casa de Luz is a safe haven away from <br />
<br />
gang activity and prostitution. As many as 80 kids come to the chapel on Sundays, often alone. They <br />
<br />
come to be fed, have a sense of family and to find a safe place. Laura and her husband are not paid. <br />
<br />
Everything they have accomplished is through hard work and the help of the community. IMG_2306.CR2<br />
9/26/2014  --  9:32:23
    Red Cross 2014 Heroes-2306.jpg
  • Noah’s Animal House, Animal Rescue<br />
<br />
Noah’s Animal House is a nonprofit organization working side by side with The Shade Tree to provide <br />
<br />
temporary on-site shelter and care for the pets of the victims of domestic violence. Every 15 seconds, <br />
<br />
a woman is battered by her partner in the United States. Surprisingly often, pets are the final barrier <br />
<br />
preventing women from leaving abusive relationships, especially if the abuser threatens to hurt their <br />
<br />
pets. Most shelters turn animals away, which consequently turns victims away. Since 2007, Noah’s <br />
<br />
Animal House has helped erase this critical barrier and empower women to get back on their feet. IMG_2327.CR2<br />
9/26/2014  --  1:19:31
    Red Cross 2014 Heroes-2327.jpg
  • Noah’s Animal House, Animal Rescue<br />
<br />
Noah’s Animal House is a nonprofit organization working side by side with The Shade Tree to provide <br />
<br />
temporary on-site shelter and care for the pets of the victims of domestic violence. Every 15 seconds, <br />
<br />
a woman is battered by her partner in the United States. Surprisingly often, pets are the final barrier <br />
<br />
preventing women from leaving abusive relationships, especially if the abuser threatens to hurt their <br />
<br />
pets. Most shelters turn animals away, which consequently turns victims away. Since 2007, Noah’s <br />
<br />
Animal House has helped erase this critical barrier and empower women to get back on their feet. IMG_2347.CR2<br />
9/26/2014  --  1:21:47
    Red Cross 2014 Heroes-2347.jpg