american red cross

     

The American Re Cross (also known as the American National Red Cross) is a humanitarian organization that provides emergency assistance, disaster relief and education inside the United States, as part of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies.

Trivia about american red cross

  • The American branch of this group gives the Charles Drew Award for contribution to blood services
  • Their publications include "First Aid Fast" & a "Babysitter's Handbook"
  • With possible political aspirations, Elizabeth Dole resigned as head of this in January 1999
  • Founded in 1881, it serves veterans of the armed forces, helps disaster victims & runs blood centers in the U.S.
  • Schedule a blood drive for this organization whose "junior" branch was founded in 1917
  • This organization's webpage givelife.org helps you find a blood drive near your ZIP code