On April 4th, 2024, the Red Cross of Massachusetts honored 14 exemplary individuals the fourth annual Boston Heroes Breakfast. Each year, this event pays tribute to extraordinary acts of courage, kindness and service that happen every day right here in our community. Heroes come in every form, from professional first responders to good Samaritans, service veterans to young people making a difference in their community.
Hero nominations for the 2025 Boston Heroes Breakfast will open in August.
Mission:
The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.
Service Delivery in Massachusetts:
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies approximately 40 percent of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. In Massachusetts, the Red Cross also runs one of the largest food pantries in the Northeast and touches thousands of lives annually. Come be part of our lifesaving mission.