American Red Cross Southeastern Pennsylvania Region
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Region of the American Red Cross serves approximately 4.2 million people in Philadelphia, Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Montgomery counties. Our region provides food and shelter in emergencies, assists members of our armed forces and their families, teaches lifesaving skills, collects lifesaving blood, and so much more. All American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from the American people.
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Region of the American Red Cross is made up of 5 counties: Philadelphia, Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Montgomery.
We have six blood and platelet donation centers serving our region. The need for blood is constant and your contribution is important for a healthy and reliable blood supply. You will feel good knowing you've helped change a life. Schedule an appointment at one of our locations by clicking Give Blood above.
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Southeastern Pennsylvania Regional HQ and Philadelphia Chapter
By Akriti Farmahan When smoke from a neighboring house fire filled her Philadelphia home, Tammy Williams escaped safely. Today, she shares her story to encourage others to create and practice a home fire escape plan before disaster strikes. In May 2026, Tammy Williams was awakened in the early hours of the morning by flashing lights […]
By Caroline Carr When I was young, my mother was doing some laundry while we were watching television in another room. My mother went to check on the dryer when she thought she smelled gas. She sprang into action, turned the dryer off and got the clothes out of it right away. Then she ran […]
By Jeffrey Thompson, Philadelphia Fire Commissioner, and Jennifer Graham, CEO, American Red Cross Southeastern Pennsylvania Nearly three-quarters of Philadelphians believe they’re prepared for a home fire. However, a recent survey commissioned by the American Red Cross found that more than half don’t have a home fire escape plan, and only 6% have ever practiced one. […]
By Jenny Farley and Akriti Farmahan As Philadelphia families prepare to spend more time indoors this fall and winter, Lisa Stokes has a message for residents: don’t wait until a disaster happens to think about fire safety. Lisa knows firsthand how quickly a fire can change lives. Her connection to the American Red Cross began […]
By Emma Wong Take a look around you. Do you see a phone? A laptop? Some other electronic device? Chances are, the answer is yes, and inside those devices are lithium-ion batteries. Lithium-ion batteries are the most common type of rechargeable battery and are often used in consumer electronics. Their ability to store a lot […]
