
December 25 marks the birthday of American Red Cross founder Clara Barton, one of the most honored women in American history.
December 25 marks the birthday of American Red Cross founder Clara Barton, one of the most honored women in American history.
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Driven by a desire to be useful and help those in need, Clara was a compassionate and tenacious visionary who defied her era’s social norms for women and built a legacy of volunteer service that still lives on today.
JOIN US TO CONTINUE CLARA’S LEGACY Put in her own words: “You must never think of anything except the need, and how to meet it.” Clara’s vision of preventing and alleviating suffering continues today as ordinary people advance her extraordinary legacy through the American Red Cross. Visit redcross.org to get involved by making a financial donation, giving blood, volunteering or learning lifesaving skills.
About the American Red Cross:
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or follow us on social media.
Support all the urgent humanitarian needs of the American Red Cross.
Find a drive and schedule a blood donation appointment today.
Take a class and be ready to respond if an emergency strikes.