News: Illinois | American Red Cross

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Red Cross Month: Community Health Efforts Part of Red Cross Since Its Founding

February 24, 2025

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Red Cross Prepares to Respond as Dangerous Weather Threatens Millions

May 15, 2025

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Have a Safe Summer

May 15, 2025

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How to Stay Safe as Sweltering Heat Hits Parts of U.S.

May 14, 2025

An old family photo of a man in a full Army uniform and hat holds one child while his wife holds the other. They smile with a river in the background.

Air Force Veteran Continues Serving Military After 30 Years

May 13, 2025

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Illinois Region Annual Chapter Meetings

May 22 - June 26, 2025

The American Red Cross Illinois Region will be holding annual meetings at chapter locations this May and June. The public is invited to attend.

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A Taste on the River 2025

The Bend XPO

Wednesday, June 11, 2025

6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Join us for the signature event the Quad Cities has come to know and love!

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SWCIL: Red Cross Responding Across Multiple States After Devastating Tornadoes Cross the Midwest

May 19, 2025

SWCIL - Quincy: Red Cross Responding Across Multiple States After Devastating Tornadoes Cross the Midwest

May 19, 2025

CIL: Red Cross Responding Across Multiple States After Devastating Tornadoes Cross the Midwest

May 19, 2025

QCNWIL - Quad Cities: Red Cross Responding Across Multiple States After Devastating Tornadoes Cross the Midwest

May 19, 2025

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