The American Red Cross Lifesaving Awards Program has honored an Imperial Valley man for his life-saving efforts.

On September 23, 2018 , a gentleman collapsed during the service at Cedes Comunidad Cristiana in Calexico. David Cisneros , a Red Cross volunteer who is also  Red Cross CPR-certified performed CPR on the man. He was assisted by Andrea Soto , Ramon Ceballos , Jorge Castro and Virginia Martinez in performing life-saving efforts. 

On Sunday , June 23, 2019 , during services at the Cedes Comunidad Christiana , Cisneros was awarded the Certificate of Merit for his efforts The Certificate of Merit is the highest award given by the Red Cross to individuals who save or sustain a life using skills learned in a Red Cross Training Services course. The other four individuals received a Certificate of Extraordinary Personal Action for their life-sustaining efforts.