The American Red Cross of East Central GA recognized eight local heroes from the CSRA for their acts of courage, compassion, and community impact during the 2023 Red Cross Heroes Awards presented September 26,2023.

This annual event honors community members who demonstrate heroism through extraordinary acts of courage and humanitarian service and embody the spirit and mission of the American Red Cross to help alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies.

“It is truly moving to hear the stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things in our community. Each of this year’s honorees has an inspiring story and has made a lasting impact in our region” said Susan Everitt, Executive Director of the American Red Cross of East Central GA

Those receiving the 2023 Red Cross Hero Awards were:

Good Samaritan Adult Hero - Kayla Watkins                                
Presented by Queensborough National Bank and Trust

Wilderness Rescue - Miran Tyrrell            
Presented by Publix Charities and Wynn Capital

Water Rescue Hero - Patrick Broom and Tate Williams    
Presented by Beasley Media Group and WJBF News Channel 6

Military Hero - Chief Darryl Stewart                                                   
Presented by SRP Federal Credit Union and MCBS

Animal Rescue Hero - Deputy Jonathan Adams and Spencer
Presented by Hardwood Floors and More and M3 Agency

Good Samaritan Youth Hero - Taji Johnson                                 
 Presented by SME CPAs

Nurse Hero -  Mary Cook                                                                  
 Presented by Doctors Hospital and ADP                                         

EMT/Firefighter Hero - Captain TJ Brown                           
Presented by Savannah River Nuclear Solutions 

“We could not create such a special event without our amazing Red Cross Board of Directors Heroes Breakfast committee, led by Jenny Samuelson and Stephen Bradshaw, and all of our corporate sponsors, led by presenting sponsor Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS)” Everitt said. “We are thankful for all of their continued support of our Red Cross lifesaving mission.”

Click here to view the hero videos: https://vimeo.com/user/23623298/folder/17810906