Meet third-generation Red Cross volunteer, Rebecca Cartmell. 👋🏼

Growing up, Rebecca helped her mother and grandmother when they were both Red Cross volunteers. She'd support them in any way she could, from taking temperatures at blood drives to helping her hometown in Kentucky…

“We serve without flinching because we believe in the mission: serving those who serve, as their own sacrifices are far greater.”

Debra Cox is a member of Service to the Armed Forces Team 54, a group of 23 Red Crossers who have committed to dropping everything at home to support…

Who wouldn’t want to win some exclusive merch from their favorite star? 🤩 Today (April 30) is your last chance to enter to win one-of-a-kind prizes from various celebrities.

Every donation you make supports our disaster relief efforts across the country AND provides you with…

Our hearts break for all of those who were affected by this weekend’s devastating tornado outbreak. 💔

Since Friday, Red Cross volunteers have been working closely with local officials to assess the damage, provide safe shelter and emotional support, and distribute meals and…

“A smoke alarm is not going to save your home. It’s going to save the most precious thing you have, and that’s the people inside.”

In December, Robert Harris, who is an Army veteran, former law enforcement agent and the chief operations officer for the Louisiana Red Cross, experienced…

From the medical field, to the Air Force, to the Red Cross, Cynthia Jones-Weidman has dedicated her life to serving others.

Her sense of purpose sparked at an early age — Cynthia frequently moved as a child while her father was in the military. His dedication to his country…

“Why would the Red Cross do all that, just for me?” That’s one of the first things 88-year-old Birgith Larson said to Red Cross caseworker Susy Rodriguez when she arrived at her doorstep.

Birgith was living in a camper after her home was destroyed by Hurricane Ian. Susy called…

When we asked Rose about the best part of motherhood, she easily answered, “Just having Daniel around.” The hardest part? “Feeding him in the middle of the night.”

Rose's sister is a healthcare worker, and if his mom has any say in things, Daniel will grow up to be a doctor!…

Todd Bavery’s journey to becoming a blood transportation specialist was fueled by a very personal experience: his own need for blood. In 2019, he was diagnosed with stage 3 prostate cancer and required blood transfusions while undergoing surgery.

“I was fortunate having been…

Lisa Adkins knew something was wrong when her usually active 9-year-old son, Talon, was not able to keep up with the rest of his football team.

“We took him to the pediatrician, and they took his hemoglobin,” Lisa said.

The lab results revealed that Talon’s hemoglobin and…

Sondra Martin vividly remembers the day an EF-2 tornado ripped through Dunedin, Florida, and struck her mobile home. “I got my glasses, sat down on the bed, and that’s when it hit,” she said.

The tornado severely damaged her roof, ripped away one of the rooms of her home, and…

Could you imagine receiving an unexpected call and learning your home is on fire? That’s what happened to Ann Rofkahr while she was out to lunch with a friend one Thursday afternoon.

“Before heading out, I was outside and around my home and all was in order,” Ann said. “I was in…

'My daughters' pictures, which adorned my work and living space, kept me focused. Returning home, feeling their embrace, seeing the joy in their faces, always renewed my soul. Every call home was a reminder of why we serve. Military children epitomize strength in separation.'…

Emma Gray saved her classmate's life, thanks to her knowledge as a Red Cross-certified lifeguard.

One morning, while walking into school, she noticed a student lying on the floor and knew something was wrong.

'The bell had already rung and students were rushing to class,' Emma…

All hands on deck. 🛶 During the Chicago flood of April 1947, Red Crossers braved the conditions to help hundreds of families. They provided first aid, shelter, food and even hoisted boats into flooded streets that helped to evacuate stranded residents.

Give it up for these…

Terri is a special volunteer from Red Cross AZ who has been volunteering with her therapy dogs since 1998! She's raised quite the pack and has this to say about giving back:

'It's about sharing and caring and letting people know that they're special. That's what volunteering is…

What we do matters! That's why we're transforming the way we use our facilities, vehicles and resources, and proactively taking action on our overall waste footprint as an organization.

How? By implementing waste audits and recycling best practices throughout our facilities to…

An autographed guitar. A personal thank you note. Exclusive vinyl records.

These are just some of the items you could win from your favorite star. From now until April 30, every donation you make to support our disaster relief efforts can earn you a chance to win one-of-a-kind…

10-year-old London Hamilton has been through more in the past year than many people will in a lifetime: Fourteen rounds of chemotherapy, one month of radiation, and 65 blood, platelet and plasma transfusions — all in her fight against cancer.

In December 2022, after suffering…

Say hello to the future of collecting lifesaving blood on the go in a sustainable way! This bloodmobile runs on a solar-powered generator when the vehicle is parked and in use for blood drives.

It’s not only better for the planet but also creates a quieter and cleaner experience…