With support from almost 500 local volunteers, we respond to home fires and other natural disasters and guide people through their darkest hours. We help communities prepare for, respond to and recover from emergencies. And we collect lifesaving blood products in our Kennewick and Yakima Blood Centers as well as at mobile blood drives throughout the chapter.
Home Fire Responses: 133
Helped 620 individuals impacted by home fires
Taught Prepare with Pedro to 180 youth in our community
Hosted 843 blood drives and collected over 21,000 units
Had 1,050 people participate in Service to Armed Forces wellness programs
Get Involved: Whether you’re volunteering your time, giving blood, taking a class, or making a donation, you can make a lifesaving difference right here in Central and Southeastern Washington. Contact us to learn about our most needed volunteer positions, like nursing, mental health and disaster response teams. Together, we are neighbors helping neighbors—bringing relief today and hope for tomorrow.
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Amber Melling, Chair – Benton PUD
Dillon Crawford, Vice-Chair – City of Walla Walla
Araceli Leal, Secretary – Tri-Cities Community Health
Rich Breshears – Breshears Professional Photography
Joel Garcia – Stoneway Electric Supply
Michael Heffner – Kennewick Fire Department
Amber Merrill – GESA Credit Union
Westin Mick – SERVEPRO
Carmel Perez – Cross Country Mortgage
Darci Teel – Community Member
Luke Todd – STCU
List of blood locations
The Red Cross is here for you. Please call us 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) - 24 hours a day.
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 you region. Even if you only have a few dollars to spare, your donation to the American Red Cross disaster relief fund 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.
The Red Cross actively supports fundraising on many popular platforms - whether you use Facebook, Instagram, or prefer to live stream, we have the resources to get you started!
