Enjoy a fast-paced recap of fiscal year 2025 with former regional CEO Hanna Malak as we reflect on a year of disaster response, lifesaving training and military support—all thanks to our dedicated donors, partners, and volunteers!

Through their foundation, All Within My Hands, Metallica teamed up with the American Red Cross to encourage fans to donate blood at select tour stops - including Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, collecting 210 blood products.

Moved by the devastation of Los Angeles wildfires, a former Red Cross employee shares their journey from office life to frontline service. She discovered firsthand the profound impact of helping communities recover after disaster.

The 30th Anniversary Red Cross Gala in San Francisco drew more than 350 guests, honored four visionary partners and Humanitarian Volunteer of the Year, Betsy Witthohn, and raised $1.3M — all while celebrating resilience and community impact.

Young lifeguards showcased rescue skills from diverse training programs. In partnership with the Bay Area Public Pool Operators Association, many participants were Red Cross-trained, inspiring future lifeguards to join the mission.

The Red Cross launched the Central Coast Chapter’s first Animal Visitation Program, connecting therapy dogs with veterans to provide comfort and emotional support. The program strengthens the Red Cross mission to serve those who served our country.

Aerial Chen’s Red Cross deployment in Poland provided vital crisis support, emergency communications, and morale-boosting events—embodying the Service to the Armed Forces mission to care for U.S. troops and strengthen community on overseas military installations.

The Community Adaptation Program in Monterey County celebrates one year of impact — empowering the local community through bilingual climate workshops, emergency preparedness, and local partnerships that build resilience in underserved communities.

Relive our joyful march in the San Francisco Pride Parade with ABC7’s broadcast clip! The Red Cross proudly celebrates our LGBTQ+ volunteers, staff, donors and communities every day, all year long. Everyone is welcome!

An off-duty Monterey police officer is honored with the prestigious American Red Cross Lifesaving Certificate of Merit for performing CPR and helping save a life. Richard Catellon's swift actions exemplify the compassion of the Red Cross mission.

Through our Sound the Alarm signature event, Red Cross volunteers, fire departments, and partners made more than 500 homes safer by installing free smoke alarms and sharing fire safety education—empowering families to protect what matters most.

Justin Mueller becomes the new Regional Executive for the Northern California Coastal Region. With 20 years in donor services, strategic planning, and community engagement, Justin will steward the future of our region’s humanitarian mission.