Whether helping one displaced family or thousands, providing care and comfort to an ill or injured service member or veteran, or teaching others how to respond in emergencies, it’s through the efforts of ordinary people that we can do extraordinary things.
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Volunteers help respond to an average of more than 62,000 disasters every year
Over 25,000 volunteers support Red Cross Blood Services
Over 15,000 nurses & nursing students volunteer
25% of volunteers are aged 24 or younger
Take an in-depth look at American Red Cross history, mission, vision and values in this self-guided module. You’ll also learn about our key service areas and organizational structure.
Viewing Time: 45 minutes
Support all the urgent humanitarian needs of the American Red Cross.