General Info

Founded in 1881, The American National Red Cross is an emergency response organization that helps victims of natural disasters. It provides community and support services. The organization also offers educational programs and maintains a staff of more than 34,000 individuals. The American National Red Cross is one of the largest suppliers of blood products in the United States. In addition, it provides biomedical services and the Hurricane Recovery Program. The organization s international services include disaster preparedness and disease prevention. The American National Red Cross serves families throughout the world. It shelters, feeds and counsels victims. The organization is a part of International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.