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Gifts of all kinds are accepted with gratitude, but these are the most effective ways you can make a difference right now.
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Featured Donation Program

Donate Your Vehicle

Making a Vehicle Donation is Quick and Secure

  • To get started, simply click the button below and fill out the online form or call 1-855-92 RC CAR (855-927-2227).
  • Our partners will pick up your vehicle at a time that works for you – at no cost to you.
  • We’ll send you a tax receipt and acknowledgement for your generous donation.
  • Our partners will sell your vehicle and the proceeds will support the mission of the American Red Cross.
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All Ways to Donate

From online to in your will, IRA to DAF, there are many ways to make a monetary donation to support all of the urgent humanitarian needs of the American Red Cross.

Be a Corporate Supporter

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Ready 365 Giving Program

Your company can stand with the American Red Cross as we provide lifesaving services throughout the region. 

Join the Ready 365 Giving Program

For additional information on ways to support the Red Cross Iowa Region, please contact Dan Cataldi at 1-515-246-6318 or via email.

Make a Gift of Grain

Grain has many uses, ranging from multiple human food products, ethanol production to livestock feed. Iowa and other neighboring states have given grain internationally in times of disasters and drought, and now the American Red Cross is accepting grain donations to financially support its efforts in Iowa.

The American Red Cross serves Iowa with 5 pillar services: securing and distributing a safe blood supply, Health and Safety courses (First Aid, CPR, Swim Safety, Babysitting, etc.,) domestic disaster response, Services to the Armed Forces, and international disaster relief. Grain donations (the financial value of) will support the Iowa Region American Red Cross in providing these valuable services.

For more information on the Gift of Grain program, contact Bryce Sitter at the American Red Cross, Central Iowa Chapter at 1-515-246-6307 or via email.

Other Ways You Can Help

We know a monetary donation is not always possible. Here are other ways you can join our mission.
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