Every day, seven people die in home fires, most in homes that lack working smoke alarms. Sadly, children and the elderly disproportionately lose their lives. The American Red Cross wants to improve the odds and save lives, that’s why we launched our Home Fire Campaign in 2014. A critical part of the campaign is Sound the Alarm, a series of home fire safety and smoke alarm installation events across the country. Red Cross volunteers, along with fire departments and other partners canvass at-risk neighborhoods, installing free smoke alarms, replacing batteries in existing alarms, and providing fire prevention and safety education.

Team Red Cross brings together runners of all ages and abilities to run the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, while raising funds to support of the American Red Cross’ mission to prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies.

For 30 years, Central Illinois has hosted Evening of Stars, a night of glamour and entertainment to support the Red Cross mission. This formal event has guests enjoy dinner, a fabulous live program from the Featured Star, and a celebration of local heroes.

The Great Chicago Blood Drive is the largest multi-location blood drive the Red Cross hosts in the country! Over two days at several locations, generous donors play an essential role in helping to strengthen the nation’s blood supply.

For the past 23 years, the American Red Cross of Greater Chicago has honored individuals and groups for acts of immense bravery, dedication and service to the community. The Heroes Breakfast was established in an effort to raise public awareness of local heroes who exemplify the values of the lifesaving mission of the Red Cross.

Taste on the River as been the Quad Cities’ signature event for 30 years, bringing community members and leaders for a night of live music, drinks, culinary creations from top local chefs, amazing live and silent auctions, and connecting with friends in support of the Red Cross mission.