Latest Press Releases and Statements
Tuesday, September 07, 2010 — American Red Cross and Pitney Bowes Launch Holiday Mail for Heroes to Send One Million Cards To Service Members
Red Cross, Pitney Bowes encourage public to send a touch of home to service men and women. Read more
Saturday, September 04, 2010 — Red Cross Provides Comfort and Shelter from the Storm as Hurricane Earl Moves Up the Atlantic Coast
Donations to support relief efforts still needed. Read more
Friday, September 03, 2010 — Red Cross Responds to Hurricane Earl Along the Atlantic Coast
Public can donate to support Red Cross relief efforts with a click, call, or text message. Read more
Thursday, September 02, 2010 — Red Cross Ready to Respond to Hurricane Earl
Public can donate to support Red Cross relief efforts with a click, call, or text message. Read more
Wednesday, September 01, 2010 — Red Cross Preparing for Hurricane Earl from North Carolina to New England
Red Cross has shelters ready in North Carolina Read more
Wednesday, September 01, 2010 — Red Cross Urges People to Prepare for Disasters
The three keys to preparedness are to build a kit, make a plan, and be informed. Read more
Monday, August 30, 2010 — Red Cross Responding to Hurricane Earl in Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands
The American Red Cross is keeping a close watch on Hurricane Earl as the storm gains strength in the Atlantic Ocean Read more
Tuesday, August 24, 2010 — American Red Cross Increases Pakistan Flood Support to $5 Million
Aid includes supplies and financial assistance as two disaster experts leave for Pakistan Read more
Friday, August 20, 2010 — The UPS Foundation Recognized for Contribution to the American Red Cross Annual Disaster Giving Program
Assistance Critical to Enabling Red Cross to Respond to Disasters Read more
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 — The American Red Cross Increases Aid to Flood-Ravaged Pakistan
Financial support and relief supplies totaling $1 million sent to help flood-affected communities Read more
Tuesday, August 10, 2010 — American Red Cross Releases Five Year Report on Response to Hurricane Katrina
While the nation is better prepared for a major disaster than in 2005, more needs to be done. Read more
Monday, August 09, 2010 — Web Users Increasingly Rely on Social Media to Seek Help in a Disaster
New Red Cross survey shows 74 percent expect response agencies to answer social media calls for help within an hour. Read more
Wednesday, August 04, 2010 — American Red Cross Unveils New, Improved Technology to Help the Public During Disasters
Redesigned “Safe and Well” connects families after a disaster. Read more
Monday, August 02, 2010 — Red Cross Ships Blood to Haiti
Helps alleviate the temporary blood shortage in hospitals in that country’s capital. Read more
Wednesday, July 28, 2010 — American Red Cross Statement on Compression-Only CPR
Articles validate the American Red Cross guidance on Compression-Only CPR. Read more
Tuesday, July 27, 2010 — Red Cross Launches Disaster Relief Fundraising Drive
“Click, text or call” to support disaster readiness, relief and recovery across the U.S. Read more
Thursday, July 08, 2010 — American Red Cross Announces Expanded Haiti Health, Shelter and Financial Assistance Initiatives
Progress seen six months after Haiti earthquake, but much more remains to be done. Read more
Wednesday, June 30, 2010 — Red Cross Moving Supplies and Workers to South Texas
Flooding a big concern in the Rio Grande Delta Read more
Tuesday, June 29, 2010 — ADM Donates $300,000 To The American Red Cross
Donation will help ADM communities and people in need around the world. Read more
Tuesday, June 29, 2010 — Joint Statement Regarding Donor Deferral for Men Who Have Had Sex with Another Man (MSM)
AABB, America’s Blood Centers (ABC) and the American Red Cross strongly support the use of rational, scientifically-based deferral periods that are applied fairly and consistently among blood donors who engage in similar risk activities. Read more
Thursday, June 17, 2010 — American Red Cross Statement
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Fines
Red Cross is fully committed to meeting all FDA standards. Read more
Tuesday, June 01, 2010 — Nationwide Insurance Foundation Donates $1.54 Million to American Red Cross for Disaster Preparedness and Response and Increased Blood Collections
Gift underscores Nationwide’s commitment to the Annual Disaster Giving Program. Read more
Thursday, May 27, 2010 — Honor Our Military Memorial Day Weekend
Join Red Cross Racing, donate blood and get points – or give points Read more
Thursday, May 27, 2010 — Corporate Partners Help American Red Cross Get Ready for 2010 Hurricane Season
NOAA predicts the 2010 hurricane season will see above-average activity in the Atlantic. Read more
Friday, May 21, 2010 — American Red Cross and W.W. Grainger, Inc. Call for Businesses and Communities to Strengthen Disaster Preparedness
Nearly five years after Hurricane Katrina, business conference assesses ways to increase resiliency Read more
Thursday, May 20, 2010 — Red Cross Survey Finds More than Two-thirds of Americans Experience a Summer Emergency
As summer approaches, families can be prepared for emergencies by taking a Red Cross course Read more
Tuesday, May 11, 2010 — Red Cross Launches Relief Efforts for Oklahoma Tornado
Responses Ongoing in Tennessee, Kentucky, Mississippi, Arkansas and Alabama Read more
Friday, May 07, 2010 — Hundreds Across the South Still Seek Safety in Red Cross Shelters
Editorial note: Call (202) 303-5551 to speak with an American Red Cross spokesperson on the ground. Read more
Monday, May 03, 2010 — American Red Cross Responds to Historic Southern Floods
People can send a $10 donation to help those affected by disasters across the country by texting ‘REDCROSS’ to 90999 Read more
Monday, April 26, 2010 — American Red Cross Reaches Out to States Affected by Weekend Tornadoes
Recent tornado activity leaves widespread destruction. Read more
Friday, April 23, 2010 — American Red Cross Emergency Preparedness Partnership Program with W.W. Grainger, Inc. Grows with Addition of Cisco Global Volunteer Initiative
“Ready When the Time Comes” program trains workplace disaster volunteers. Read more
Monday, April 12, 2010 — American Red Cross Issues Three-Month Progress Report for Haiti Earthquake
The Red Cross will invest in shelter, water, sanitation, livelihoods, disaster preparedness and health programs. Read more
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 — International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Pledges More Than $300 Million to Haiti's Long-Term Recovery
Announcement made at U.N. donor conference on Haiti. Read more
Monday, March 29, 2010 — American Red Cross Adds Eight New Members to its Celebrity Cabinet
Award-winning actresses, actors and recording artists join 34 other celebrity Red Cross supporters. Read more
Monday, March 29, 2010 — American Red Cross Announces Spending Plan for Relief and Recovery in Haiti
Long-term recovery plan announced for this devastating tragedy. Read more
Wednesday, March 24, 2010 — Emergency Shelter Reaches Nearly 1 Million Haitians
Shelter materials distributed at a rate of 120,000 people a week. Read more
Thursday, March 18, 2010 — American Red Cross Supports Communities Across the Country in Their Battles Against Flood Waters
Red Cross is responding with meals, snacks and support. Read more
Friday, March 12, 2010 — American Red Cross Issues Two-Month Progress Report for Haiti Earthquake
Red Cross will invest millions and form partnerships to improve the lives of thousands of Haitians on behalf of the American people. Read more
Wednesday, March 10, 2010 — American Red Cross Passes the $100 Million Mark in Aid for Haiti Earthquake Relief and Recovery
Priorities in the months and years ahead will include shelter, water and sanitation, livelihood programs and disease prevention. Read more
Saturday, February 27, 2010 — American Red Cross Responds Internationally and at Home to Chile Quake
Commits initial $50,000 to Chile Relief and prepares for Tsunami in Hawaii. Read more
Friday, February 26, 2010 — Statement Regarding Red Cross President and CEO Gail McGovern
Tuesday, February 23, 2010 — Red Cross Blood Services Web Site Revamped; URL Changed
New site designed to be user-friendly and informative. Read more
Friday, February 19, 2010 — Gail J. McGovern, President and CEO of the American Red Cross
Gail J. McGovern was named President and CEO of the American Red Cross on April 8, 2008. Gail, who held top management positions at AT&T Corporation and Fidelity Investments, has experience running large organizations in competitive industries, and a track record for improving business performance and service delivery to the public. Read more
Friday, February 12, 2010 — American Red Cross Issues One-Month Progress Report for Haiti Earthquake
Focus on getting aid into the hands of those who need it most. Read more
Thursday, February 11, 2010 — Red Cross Raises More than $32 Million via Mobile Giving Program
More than 3 million people have texted “HAITI” to 90999 to make a $10 donation. Read more
Wednesday, February 03, 2010 — New Red Cross PSA Highlights Haiti Relief and Features Music by John Mayer
Award-winning musician donates song ‘The Heart of Life’ and $500,000 to support relief efforts. Read more
Wednesday, February 03, 2010 — American Red Cross and Other U.S. Blood Centers Send Blood to Haiti
The Red Cross is coordinating shipments at the request of the Pan American Health Organization. Read more
Thursday, January 28, 2010 — American Red Cross Delivers Critical Supplies to Haiti
Tens of millions spent or committed for key priorities of food, water and shelter Read more
Thursday, January 21, 2010 — Corporate America Responds to Needs in Haiti
Generous donations to the American Red Cross are critical to relief efforts in Haiti. Read more
Monday, January 18, 2010 — American Red Cross Provides First Aid, Supplies in Croix Deprez
Volunteers from Haiti and around the world are working side-by-side to clean and stitch wounds amidst the earthquake’s rubble. Read more
Sunday, January 17, 2010 — American Red Cross and HOPE worldwide Partner for MLK Day of Service
Volunteers to honor Dr. King’s memory by providing fire safety information to thousands. Read more
Saturday, January 16, 2010 — Red Cross Aid Reaches Haitian Earthquake Survivors
American Red Cross President & CEO Gail McGovern to travel to Port-au-Prince Tuesday. Read more
Saturday, January 16, 2010 — NFL Donates More Than $2 Million for Red Cross Disaster Response in Haiti
National PSA to run in all playoff games this Weekend on Fox and CBS Read more
Friday, January 15, 2010 — American Red Cross Releases $10 Million to Help Haiti
Priority needs are food, water, shelter, medical help Read more
Thursday, January 14, 2010 — American Red Cross Releases $10 Million to Help Haiti
Priority needs are food, water, shelter, medical help. Read more
Wednesday, January 13, 2010 — American Red Cross Pledges Initial $1 Million to Haiti Relief
Send a $10 donation by texting ‘Haiti’ to 90999 Read more
Monday, January 11, 2010 — Don’t Let the Flu Get to You
Red Cross encourages everyone to get vaccinated during National Influenza Vaccination Week Read more
Monday, January 04, 2010 — Red Cross Offers Tips on How to Stay Warm during Frigid Temperatures
Bone chilling temperatures have gripped much of the country. Be safe and prepare as much as possible. Read more
Thursday, January 08, 2009 — "Holiday Mail for Heroes" Receives More than 1.4 Million Cards for Service Members, Veterans and Military Families
More than 1.4 million holiday cards for service members, veterans and military families were received through Holiday Mail for Heroes, a joint initiative of Pitney Bowes and the American Red Cross. Read more