Ways to Help
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YOU CAN HELP PEOPLE IN NEED WITH A SIMPLE TEXT MESSAGE
Simply text the word redcross to 90999 to donate $10 to Disaster Relief through your mobile carrier. Charges will apply to your mobile phone bill next month.*
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Donate Blood
The Red Cross depends on public support to help people in need. You can help by giving blood or hosting a blood drive.
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Learn about donation opportunities through our corporate supporters.
Many companies are creating opportunities for the public to donate, purchase products or support programs that support disaster relief.
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Ways to Donate
We rely on the generosity of the American public to help people in need every day. Essentially, we rely on you.
Ways to Fundraise
With your generous financial support, the Red Cross provides people in crisis with relief for today and hope for tomorrow.
Giving Blood or Host a Blood Drive
Nearly 4 million people will donate blood this year, helping to make the Red Cross the largest single supplier of blood and blood products in the U.S.
Taking, Teaching or Hosting a Class
More than 9 million people will learn lifesaving skills from the Red Cross each year. People come to us for emergency or disaster preparedness information while, others will learn that war is more complicated than a video game through international humanitarian law education.
Volunteering
More than 90 percent of our total work force is composed of volunteers. We rely on altruistic people like you to carry out our humanitarian work.
Getting Involved with a Group or Program
Solidarity and collaboration are essential for our success. By getting involved with the Red Cross, you play a vital role in fulfilling our mission.
Helping Internationally
With local action, you can have a global impact. The American Red Cross is part of the world’s largest humanitarian network.
Be an Advocate
Help us to support the Red Cross cause using social media. Read and share stories with the thousands of people whose lives have intersected with the Red Cross.
