MEMORANDUM FOR THE HEADS OF EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES FROM LYNDON B. JOHNSON
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February 24, 1966
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February 24, 1966
MEMORANDUM FOR THE HEADS OF
EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES
The American Red Cross has earned the respect, affection and gratitude
of the American people. It has gained our confidence and support through
years of devoted service to our Armed Forces personnel and to the
victims of thousands of disasters.
This year the Red Cross has acted swiftly to meet the special demands
of Vietnam. It has mobilized and expanded its staff -- and it is doing
a magnificent job for our troops on many fronts. Red Cross staffs are
on duty around the clock to assist our servicemen and their families in
Vietnam and here at home.
At the same time, Red Cross has repeatedly mobilized its resources to
help families stricken by major disasters in every part of our nation.
lurricane Betsy's havoc was responsible for the highest Red Cross
expenditure for a disaster operation since 1955. In addition to its aid
to the Armed Forces and disaster victims, the Red Cross has continued
to provide many other vital services to our nation and our communities.
These efforts on our behalf have critically reduced the financial resources
of the organization. The Red Cross has earned and needs our help. The
Campaign for Members and Funds is authorized each year within the
Executive Departments and Agencies. It will be held in March 1966,
except in those communities where the Red Cross raises its funds in
partnership with United Way and combined campaigns.
As President of the United States and Honorary Chairman of the American
National Red Cross I strongly urge support of the Red Cross Campaign
in 1966 by all civilian employees of the Federal Government and members
of the Armed Forces.
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