American Red Cross
Official
Mission Statement
To prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.
Collaboration
Safety
American Red Cross delivers disaster relief, blood services, and emergency assistance in United States.
Social Impact & Development
Headquartered in:
United States
Year founded:
1881
Nonprofit / Charity
Established
10,001+
employees
Mission Themes
Collaboration
Enabling people, teams, or organisations to work together effectively.
Safety
Protection from harm, danger, or risk (physical, digital, financial).
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The
American Red Cross
mission statement was last checked on
January 15, 2026