American Red Cross Southeastern Pennsylvania Region
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Region of the American Red Cross serves approximately 4.2 million people in Philadelphia, Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Montgomery counties. Our region provides food and shelter in emergencies, assists members of our armed forces and their families, teaches lifesaving skills, collects lifesaving blood, and so much more. All American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from the American people.
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Region of the American Red Cross is made up of 5 counties: Philadelphia, Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Montgomery.
We have six blood and platelet donation centers serving our region. The need for blood is constant and your contribution is important for a healthy and reliable blood supply. You will feel good knowing you've helped change a life. Schedule an appointment at one of our locations by clicking Give Blood above.
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Southeastern Pennsylvania Regional HQ and Philadelphia Chapter
By Jenny Farley On March 26, volunteers and staff traveled to the state capitol in Harrisburg to attend American Red Cross Pennsylvania Advocacy Day during Red Cross Month. Standing side by side with prominent Pennsylvania lawmakers on the Capitol Rotunda steps, Jennifer Graham, the CEO for the Red Cross Southeastern Pennsylvania Region (SEPA), told the … Continue reading Help Can’t Wait: Pennsylvania Red Crossers highlight community impact in Harrisburg
Editor’s Note: In commemoration of Red Cross Month and Women’s History Month, we are publishing a series of #LeadLikeClara profiles featuring local women volunteer leaders who emulate the leadership characteristics of Red Cross founder Clara Barton. By Terri Seydel Every disaster response has two stories. One is the story we see—volunteers arriving, shelters opening, families receiving … Continue reading #LeadLikeClara: Donna Zacker powers compassion through steady leadership behind the scenes
By Vaishnavi Kalakota When most people think of wildfires, they think of places like California not Pennsylvania. But even though wildfires are less common here, they can still happen, especially during dry conditions or drought. Our neighbors in New Jersey actually deal with wildfires multiple times a year, which shows that this is a regional … Continue reading PA Fire Weather Awareness Week: Why it matters
Editor’s Note: In commemoration of Red Cross Month and Women’s History Month, we are publishing a series of #LeadLikeClara profiles featuring local women volunteer leaders who emulate the leadership characteristics of Red Cross founder Clara Barton. By Jenny Farley Kate Byrnes decided to volunteer for the American Red Cross after the attacks on America on 9/11. … Continue reading #LeadLikeClara: Kate Byrnes brings nursing expertise and steady leadership to disaster health services
By Vaishnavi Kalakota Water. For many of us, especially in the United States, it’s something that we rarely think about. But for millions around the world, access to safe water is a daily struggle—one that can determine whether a child lives or dies, whether a girl can receive her education or whether a woman can pursue … Continue reading World Water Day: Global water crisis is a barrier to opportunity
