Red Cross Giving Day, March 26, rallies 30,000 supporters to deliver aid when help can’t wait after disasters
Financial and blood donations are needed now
MILWAUKEE, Wis. (March 18, 2025) — The American Red Cross of Wisconsin is issuing a call to help ensure no one faces a disaster alone by donating on Red Cross Giving Day, March 26.
During the first 50 days of 2025, Red Cross volunteers responded to more big disasters in the U.S. than days — including the Los Angeles wildfires and Kentucky flooding. And that’s on top of everyday crises like home fires that have upended lives here in Wisconsin. Meanwhile, more Red Cross blood donations have gone uncollected so far this year due to weather than throughout all of 2024.
Visit redcross.org today to make a financial donation or schedule an appointment to give blood [or platelets in March:
MAKE A FINANCIAL DONATION: Donations will be part of Red Cross Giving Day, which aims to rally 30,000 individuals to help people affected by disasters big and small. A gift of any size makes a difference. For example, a donation of $3 can provide a comfort kit with supplies like a toothbrush, comb and shampoo, and a gift of $11 can provide a nutritious meal, snack and drink.
For those who are able, any donor who gives $140 or more in March will receive a choice of a Red Cross monopack or a pair of socks as a thank-you for supporting our mission. Donors can make their gift and claim their thank-you by visiting redcross.org any time during March.
GIVE BLOOD OR PLATELETS: To help overcome the significant weather impact on blood donations, the Red Cross also urges the public to give lifesaving blood or platelets by making an appointment today at RedCrossBlood.org, on the Red Cross Blood Donor App or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS. People of all blood types are needed now to help avoid further strain to the blood supply.
About the American Red Cross:
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or follow us on social media.
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
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