Volunteers are answering the call 24/7/365. If you have an immediate need due to a fire or other natural disaster, or you need assistance from our Service to the Armed Forces program such as emergency communications, please call our toll free number.
Information on blood drives, blood donation appointments as well as your personal blood donor account can be found on our Red Cross Blood website (click the link below). You may also call us 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
We provide help for members of the military, veterans and their families to prepare for, cope with and respond to the challenges of military service. Call 1-877-272-7337 (24 hours a day) or click below to learn more.
The Red Cross offers classes in: CPR, first aid, lifeguarding, learn to swim, water safety and more. Click below to learn more.
For questions about classes or certification cards you may also call: 1-800-RED-CROSS.
The best way to provide immediate relief to your neighbors facing emergency situations is through a monetary donation. Our disaster assistance programs rely heavily on the generous financial support of citizens in the Missouri region. Even if you only have a few dollars to spare, your donation to American Red Cross disaster relief will make a significant difference in the lives of those facing disasters. Make a one-time donation today either online, by phone, or by mail, or set up a recurring monthly donation to make an even bigger difference.
The humanitarian work that we do at American Red Cross would not be possible without our volunteers. We have a variety of disaster relief volunteer opportunities available, as well as potential positions focused on facility management, health and safety, service to the Armed Forces, and professional specialties like photography, IT, and more. Check out our current volunteer opportunities near you in Springfield, Missouri!
Host a charity stream by playing your favorite video games while raising life-saving funds to help those in need. You can also fundraise your way by energizing your community through celebrating a special occasion or being creative to help to those in need. Click a button below to get started!
A native of central Missouri, Stacy Burks has a passion for helping people find answers to problems, connecting them to resources, and strengthening communities. As Executive Director for the American Red Cross of Southern Missouri, Stacy is responsible for building and managing community partnerships, fund development, and working with the local board of directors. She provides chapter leadership and ensures that the mission of the Red Cross is effectively delivered throughout the 25 counties in southern Missouri.
Stacy began her career with the Red Cross in 2015 after working for the United States Senate for 15 years. She currently serves as the state relations representative for the Red Cross in Missouri working as a liaison to the Governor’s office for all lines of business.
A graduate of the School of Journalism at the University of Missouri, Stacy has also completed additional course work at Missouri State University. She is a member of the Public Relations Society of America and is an alumni member of Leadership Springfield and Leadership Missouri. She and her husband, Steve, live near Springfield and have three children.
