American Red Cross

“Imagine sleeping in the middle of the night and the flood came.” This was Ubah Dahraan's reality when she received an emergency evacuation order in the middle of the night. Her priority was getting her son Abdirauf — who is immobile and uses a wheelchair — to safety. “It’s…

Sue had donated more than 16 gallons of blood when someone asked her a simple question: would she be interested in donating platelets? Nearly eight years later, she’s still saying yes. “I just know a lot of time the platelets go to cancer patients," Sue said. "My mother and…

What started as a volunteer event to support our military turned into a heartwarming holiday homecoming. U.S. Army Pfc. Patrick Konczal hadn’t seen his family in 18 months. Stationed in Korea, last year was the first Christmas he and his family spent apart. “When you’re far…

The threat isn’t over for Western Washington. As communities recover from last week’s catastrophic flooding, new atmospheric rivers are on the way, bringing more rain, landslides and strong winds. Thousands of residents spent the weekend assessing flood damage instead of…

Blood donors — especially those with types O, A- and B- — are urgently needed to keep up with hospital demand. Help ensure that the U.S. blood supply is ready for emergencies and everyday patient needs by scheduling an appointment to donate blood: rdcrss.org/3MBrjli

Western Washington state is facing historic flooding, forcing tens of thousands of people from their homes. As rivers continue to rise, thousands more could be displaced in the days ahead. Right now, more than 200 trained Red Cross volunteers are working alongside our partners…

Imagine not being able to hear the smoke alarm when your home catches fire. For people who are deaf or hard of hearing, that’s an everyday risk. Joey Su’a knows this risk all too well. He lost his hearing at age two after battling meningitis for 54 days in the hospital. Today,…

Yesterday, we were reminded of the incredible kindness that lives in our communities. Your generosity doesn’t just make a difference — it brings hope when it’s needed most. From all of us at the Red Cross, thank you for opening your heart. If you haven’t had a chance yet,…

Double your impact this GivingTuesday! Thanks to the Richards Family, a generous Wisconsin donor, your gift will be matched dollar for dollar up to $200,000. Help provide shelter, meals & care for families facing disasters. Give now: rdcrss.org/3Mhazzr #GiveWithMeaning

In 2013, when Jamie Ohl Turner was 22 years old, life took an unexpected turn. After spending a long weekend visiting friends, she began a familiar drive back to Washington State University. The stretch of highway is one she’d driven many times before, but on that day, fatigue…

Here’s something amazing: Your gift can go twice as far today (Dec. 2)! @CocaColaCo is matching donations — up to $200,000 — until the goal is met. Every dollar you give helps provide shelter, warm meals, relief items, and compassionate care for families facing disasters, big…

Show you care by participating in tomorrow's global generosity movement – GivingTuesday. This is a time during the holiday that encourages people to do good and give back. Small acts of kindness can make all the difference. - Your donation could give someone a full day of…

For Camila Gutierrez, helping others isn’t just a choice — it’s a family tradition that spans generations and continents. Camila grew up in Bogotá, Colombia, surrounded by the mission of La Cruz Roja Colombiana. Her parents, Fabio and Ana, met through the Red Cross and dedicated…

If you're frying a turkey this Thanksgiving, follow these tips and avoid both ruining your main course and starting a home fire this year. #HappyThanksgiving

We’re chomping this new merch up! Come to give blood or platelets through Dec. 7 for an exclusive pair of Red Cross x PAC-MAN socks, while they last. Join the PAC and make an appointment to give: rdcrss.org/3Kdf919 Level up: You’ll also get a custom Red Cross x PAC-MAN…

For 27 years, Peter Buttner served his country. For the past 23, he has continued that service through the American Red Cross. Peter’s military career spanned the U.S. Army National Guard and active duty, where he worked as a parachute rigger and airdrop systems technician…

Hurricane Melissa was the strongest storm in Jamaica's history. It's been nearly a month, and the emotional toll can be felt by everyone who experienced this devastating disaster. Red Crossers are working together to help people when they need it most. The @JamaicaRedCross is…

When Eddie Ramos was deployed in Afghanistan with the U.S. Air Force, he received devastating news: his mother was sick. "My mother had chronic pneumonia," Eddie said. "She would be in and out of the hospital when I was growing up. But this time was different." Eddie suggested…

This is how our volunteers are defying gravity and bringing hope to Alaska. 💚 After Typhoon Halong devastated coastal villages, volunteers faced a unique challenge: reaching communities where less than 20% of the state is accessible by road. Working with local partners, they…