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Disaster Relief
Red Cross volunteers and staff work to deliver vital services – from providing relief and support to those in crisis, to helping you be prepared to respond in emergencies.
Photo Caption: Learn how we help families and communities recover from disasters
International Services
Learn how we deliver aid and support programs around the world
Services
Each year, disasters and crises devastate millions of people. As part of the world’s largest humanitarian network, Red Cross Red Crescent teams provide relief and hope in nearly every corner of the globe. Volunteers often come from the communities they serve, making us powerful change-makers.
Lifesaving Blood
You may still donate blood, platelets or plasma after receiving a COVID-19 vaccine.
Knowing the name of the manufacturer of the vaccine is important in determining your blood donation eligibility. To learn more about the COVID-19 vaccine and blood donation
Military Families
Around the clock. Around the globe. The American Red Cross is there to support service members, veterans and their families in the moments that matter.
Your gift ensures our service members and their families
Training & Certification
Learn about our health & safety courses for individuals and companies
Red Cross Training Opportunities
Training Services is a division of the American Red Cross with the mission to spread knowledge and educate as many members of the national community in lifesaving procedures.
Who We Are
From the mission, fundamental principles and business practices that guide our organization, to the history of our service for more than a century, get to know the Red Cross.
Our History
The story of the Red Cross - more than a century of service
Over 140 Years of Compassionate Service
Since our founding by Clara Barton on May 21, 1881, the American Red Cross has been dedicated to serving people in need. We received our first congressional charter in 1900 and to this day we are tasked by the federal government