American Red Cross

Our expeditionary staff members — like Andrew Yao — are making sure U.S. troops feel supported while overseas, even if that means answering the call at 3 a.m. Andrew joined the @COWYRedCross as a Service to the Armed Forces program specialist in November 2023. Less than a year…

At the Red Cross regional headquarters in Tulsa, Oklahoma, thousands of units of lifesaving blood are processed each week for hospitals across Oklahoma, Kansas, and neighboring states. That work can’t stop — not for snow, ice, or freezing temperatures. As a major winter storm…

As powerful winter storms sweep across the U.S., millions are experiencing some of the harshest conditions of the season. From New Mexico to New Hampshire, families are navigating dangerous cold, heavy snow and thick ice. Thousands are also dealing with power outages, road…

A powerful winter storm is expected to bring heavy snow, ice, and dangerously cold temperatures to millions across the country. Many areas could see treacherous travel conditions and prolonged power outages as the storm moves through the South and Northeast. Red Cross disaster…

We are facing a severe blood shortage. ⚠️ Doctors could have to make difficult choices about who receives blood transfusions and who has to wait. Your support during this time can help ensure every hospital patient continues receiving routine and timely medical care:…

When Becky Wallner retired and moved to Tennessee, she never expected to become a @RedCrossTN volunteer. “I’ve never done anything like that before in my life,” she said. She spent her career in corporate offices of car dealerships, a stark contrast to the disaster relief work…

⛑️ RED CROSS READY: With this massive #winter storm expected to stretch more than 2,000 miles, the National Spokesperson for the American Red Cross, Jonathan McNamara joins FOX Weather to talk through #safety steps people should follow as this #historic storm threatens millions:

For Jane Swensen and her daughter, Anne‑Marie Engelstad, spending time together comes in many forms: museums, lunch, and rolling up their sleeves to donate blood. Donating blood together isn’t your typical mother-daughter date, but for them, it’s become a meaningful tradition.…

Emily Trage and Aidan Samwick had just started building their life together in East Harlem, settling into their new place with their two kittens, Fish and Chips, when everything changed. Aidan, who often sleeps during the day after working the overnight shift, woke up to…

Simba’s kingdom covers every corner where a wagging tail can brighten a day. This gentle therapy dog serves on our Animal Visitation Team, bringing comfort and connection to veterans alongside his owner and @RedCrossCAR volunteer Roxane Swisher. Volunteering was a natural fit…

The American Red Cross has declared a severe emergency blood shortage and is calling on people to donate. abcnews.link/fTurej3

Millions of people are facing dangerous, frigid temperatures as Arctic air sweeps across the Midwest and Northwest. Don’t let the cold catch you by surprise! Check out this guide on how to dress if you’re heading outside, and follow these tips to stay safe during this stretch…

We're facing a severe blood shortage — our national blood supply has fallen by 35% over the past month. During a blood shortage, doctors may face difficult choices about which patients receive blood transfusions and who will need to wait.   We are in urgent need of donors to…

“If I didn’t have those smoke alarms to get me up, I would have slept through it, and I wouldn’t be here today.” Kristin Myers credits the smoke alarms that were installed by @RedCrossNW volunteers a year earlier with saving her life. She had fallen asleep watching TV when her…

Richard Keating doesn’t think of himself as extraordinary. He’s just a man who rolls up his sleeve, sits in a blood donation chair, and donates platelets. But as years passed, these small acts of generosity have added up to an incredible impact: 500 platelet donations. Richard…

Chandler Morgan's commitment to serving others started close to home. Today, his humanitarian support reaches troops deployed around the world. When Hurricane Michael struck Florida in 2018, Chandler stepped up with AmeriCorps to help clean up damaged homes. He and his team also…

It’s true! Carbon monoxide poisoning can feel just like the flu, and that’s what makes it so dangerous. If you or someone you know shows any of these signs, immediately go outside for some fresh air and call 911: • Dizziness or feeling tired • Strong headaches • Confusion •…

If you need a little pawsitivity in your day, look no further. 😍 Our @RedCross_NC Service to the Armed Forces team brought just that to a birthday celebration at a local VA hospital. Veterans enjoyed sweet treats, festive decorations, and plenty of therapy dog cuddles. Visits…

What if your next blood donation could help save a life and score you a trip to the Super Bowl? Jacob, a committed blood donor of more than a decade, regularly donates because a family friend's young daughters have beta thalassemia major. "This rare blood disorder requires them…

You can’t predict the weather, but you can prepare for it. If you have to drive in snowy or icy conditions, keep these tips in mind.