The History of the American Red Cross

 

The American Red Cross has been a vital and global organization since its founding in 1881. We work to promote human rights, prevent disasters, and help people in need. In addition to our work as a global humanitarian organization, the Red Cross also provides essential services to individuals and families in the United States.

Cindy Imperato who serves as the American Red Cross Broward County Chapter's Board Chair, has been serving the community for the past eleven years. Being involved with the Red Cross and has given Cindy Imperato a valuable networking and skill-building opportunities, opening doors to new people and leadership positions.

 

The American Red Cross History

The Red Cross was founded in 1881 to provide assistance for Americans suffering from disasters or serving on the battlefield. Throughout the years, we've worked to promote human rights, prevent disasters, and help people in need. In addition to our work as a global humanitarian organization, the Red Cross also provides essential services to individuals and families in the United States, explains retired judge Cindy Imperato. The Red Cross responds to tens of thousands of disasters each year, including fires, hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, tornadoes, hazardous materials spills, transportation accidents, and explosions.

 

Our Mission

The Red Cross provides essential services to individuals and families in the United States. Our mission is to promote human rights, prevent disasters, and help people in need. In the field, Red Cross workers provide shelter, food, physical and mental health services, financial assistance, transportation, medications, and tools. The Red Cross also serves as a liaison with government agencies and insurance agencies, and when all other avenues have been exhausted, the Red Cross provides long-term assistance. Through its affiliation with the International Red Cross and Red Crescent, the American Red Cross also travels internationally to provide disaster relief and establish development programs, adds Cindy Imperato.

 

What We Do

The Red Cross works to promote human rights, prevent disasters, and help people in need. We provide essential services to individuals and families in the United States. As well as providing disaster relief, the American Red Cross collects, tests, stores, and distributes blood donations. Services available include community assistance to the economically disadvantaged, support for members of the military and their families, and health and safety education such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), first aid, and lifeguarding classes.

 

 Our Services and How We Help

The Red Cross provides a wide range of services that can help individuals and families in need. We provide humanitarian aid, disaster relief, transportation, healthcare, and more. With our experience and resources, we're able to provide the most comprehensive service possible.

We also work to promote human rights and protect the safety and well-being of people in the United States. Our work includes supporting anti-discrimination laws, fighting for animal welfare, assisting with emergency relief efforts, and more. We believe that every individual has the right to be safe and healthy, and we work hard to ensure that this happens through our services.

 

 Disaster Relief and Humanitarian Services

The Red Cross provides disaster relief and humanitarian services in the United States. We work to help people in need by providing emergency assistance, evacuating people from dangerous situations, and providing vital resources like food and water. In addition, we provide a wide range of other services, like family support, pet care, and crisis response.

 

 Volunteerism is Our Core Strategy

Volunteering is a core strategy of the Red Cross. We believe that everyone has a responsibility to help those in need. Whether you’re a member of the Red Cross who has never volunteered before or you’re a veteran of the military or law enforcement, you have a right to give your time and energy to make a difference. Volunteering with the Red Cross is an easy way to make an impact and help people in need.