American Red Cross

Mission Statement

rThe American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.r

Wish List

Volunteers

Blood and platelet donors

Financial support

Upcoming Events

rHeroes in the HeartlandrMarch 7, 2019r

Background

rAmerican Red Cross, serving the Omaha Council Bluffs Metro area turns compassion into action through its strong network of volunteers, donors, and partners in times of need. They ensure that all members of the armed forces and their families find support and comfort when needed, and that in an emergency there are trained individuals nearby ready to use Red Cross skills to save lives. Red Cross also ensures that people have access to lifesaving blood and blood products.r

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rAmerican Red Cross provides about 40 percent of the U.S. blood supply, making them the single largest supplier of blood in the nation.

Last year, Red Cross volunteers in the Omaha metro area responded to 160 disasters, mostly home fires, providing help, hope, and comfort to individuals and families affected.

Area Red Cross volunteers assisted with the devastating hurricane disasters of 2017, helping provide more food, relief supplies, and shelter stays than in all of the previous four years combined.r

Pay it Forward

rBecome a volunteer. Help us provide relief and hope to those affected by disasters.rGo to the website and click on “Volunteer.”

Donate blood. Each blood donation can save up to three lives. To make an appointment visit the website and click on “Give Blood.”

Make a donation. An average of 91 cents of each dollar is invested in humanitarian services and programs. Go to the website and click on “Donate.” To make a $10 donation text REDCROSS to 90999.