Family Preparedness Day is an American Red Cross initiative that empowers families with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to prepare for emergencies before they happen. Through preparedness education, hands-on activities, and community engagement, participants learn practical ways to build resilience while discovering opportunities to stay connected to the Red Cross mission.
Attend an upcoming Family Preparedness Day event in your community.
Help your community before, during, and after disasters by joining the American Red Cross as a volunteer.
Explore youth volunteer opportunities, preparedness activities, and programs designed to help young people make a difference in their communities.
Your generosity helps families prepare for emergencies, respond to disasters, and recover when they need it most.
Becoming “Red Cross Ready” for an emergency means following our simple steps in family preparedness to ensure you can weather a crisis safely and comfortably.
Discover how Women in Philanthropy supports the Red Cross mission and creates meaningful opportunities to strengthen communities.
