American Redcross - in the News

The Theater, the Military and the Red Cross

Mon, 03/08/2010 - 05:00
Deborah Mullen, wife of Navy Admiral Michael Mullen, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, talks about the legacy of service her father, Edward Morgan, passed on to his children.

Red Cross and Partners Pass Halfway Mark in Race to Provide Emergency Shelter to Haiti’s Quake-Affected Population

Mon, 03/08/2010 - 05:00
Tarpaulins, tents, ropes and toolkits continue to pour into Haiti.

American Red Cross Increases Chilean Earthquake Pledge to $500,000

Fri, 03/05/2010 - 05:00
Volunteers in the hardest hit areas are distributing pre-positioned supplies to those in need.

Red Cross Helps Provide 100,000th Vaccination in Haiti Since the Earthquake

Thu, 03/04/2010 - 05:00
Resources made available to protect at least 250,000 children and adults from measles, diptheria, pertussis and tetanus.

Rededication of Station Honors Partnership and Growth

Thu, 03/04/2010 - 05:00
Reinforced Red Cross commitment to the National Naval Medical Center.

Young Red Cross Club Member Saves a Life

Wed, 03/03/2010 - 05:00
“After I took the certification course, I did not think I would actually have to use it. I was scared, but I just focused on what to do, when to do it, and tried to remember exactly what the instructor said.”

A Volunteer Serves as the Bridge from Despair to Hope

Wed, 03/03/2010 - 05:00
“I love the tremendous people I get to work with. My retirement could be filled with reading, sleeping or going to the movies, but coming here is what counts.”

Parents' Legacy Sets Son on a Path of Red Cross Service

Tue, 03/02/2010 - 05:00
Thom Gibb grew up in the Red Cross, volunteering from the time he can remember, and working in the chapter’s accounting department during college summer breaks.

American Red Cross Increases Chilean Earthquake Pledge to $250,000

Tue, 03/02/2010 - 05:00
The American Red Cross is accepting donations in response to this appeal.

Canadian Red Cross Supports 21st Winter Olympics in Vancouver

Tue, 03/02/2010 - 05:00
The Canadian Red Cross worked closely with the Olympic Host communities.

Torrential Rain Triggers Deadly Floods in Haiti’s Southwest

Mon, 03/01/2010 - 05:00
Parts of the city of Les Cayes under 1.5 meters of water.

A Mother’s Perspective: Red Cross Helps Reunite a Family Facing the Unthinkable

Mon, 03/01/2010 - 05:00
Arrangements made immediately to come home to see ailing brother.

March is American Red Cross Month

Mon, 03/01/2010 - 05:00
President Barack Obama issues Proclamation.

Husband’s CPR Training Helps Save Wife’s Life

Mon, 03/01/2010 - 05:00
Young mom says she is alive today thanks to Red Cross CPR training.

American Red Cross Responds to Chile Earthquake with Initial $50,000 Pledge

Sun, 02/28/2010 - 05:00
Red Cross will continue to monitor the potential impacts of Saturday’s tsunami.

Major Winter Storm Bearing Down on Northeast

Fri, 02/26/2010 - 05:00
Winter storm warnings and high wind warnings have been posted in some areas.

Henry Ossawa Tanner Takes Special Place in Red Cross History

Thu, 02/25/2010 - 05:00
The famed African American artist made invaluable contributions to the American Red Cross during World War I.

Children Pitch In to Support Red Cross Relief Efforts in Haiti

Wed, 02/24/2010 - 05:00
Elementary, middle school students raise funds to help people of Haiti.

Red Cross Volunteer Brings Medical Aid to Haitian Boy

Wed, 02/24/2010 - 05:00
Abrupt change in plans as volunteer recognizes medical emergency.

Red Cross Chairman Visits Relief Operation in Haiti

Mon, 02/22/2010 - 05:00
Chairman provides inspiration and encouragement to those that have been working around the clock.