DETROIT (March 20, 2023) – Red Cross Giving Day is Wednesday, March 22, and you can contribute to the organization’s lifesaving humanitarian mission. Giving Day is an opportunity for community members to help those in need of Red Cross services. Here are three ways to contribute:

Donate Lifesaving Blood

Schedule an appointment to give lifesaving blood at redcrossblood.org. All who come to give blood, platelets or plasma through the end of March will receive a $10 Visa® Prepaid Card by email. Plus, all donors will be automatically entered for a chance to win a $3,000 Visa Prepaid card. Five winners will be randomly drawn.

Volunteer

Ninety percent of the Red Cross workforce are volunteers. Your time and talent can make a real difference in people's lives. Find out about volunteer opportunities near you at redcross.org/volunteer.

Make a Financial Gift

Your donation at redcross.org/givingday will help provide shelter, food, relief items, emotional support and other assistance for people affected by disasters big and small. You can even make your contribution to the Red Cross from your annual state income tax return. Simply complete Form 4642 and include it with your other tax documents. Download it here for your convenience and share with your tax preparer.

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MEDIA CONTACT:
Alicia Dorr | alicia.dorr@redcross.org | 616-306-8040

About the American Red Cross:

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.