World Red Cross Day remembers and recognizes the efforts of
National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies worldwide. This
day recognizes the worldwide efforts to advocate for the relief
of human suffering, whether from disease, famine, disaster, or
war. On May 8, the American Red Cross puts special focus on our
programs that keep children healthy and safe around the globe.”
The Red Cross provides humanitarian efforts and disaster relief
around the world, wherever it is needed. There are millions of
Red Cross volunteers. You can celebrate World Red Cross Day and
World Red Crescent Day in a variety of ways: - Learn more about
the Red Cross - Support Red Cross programs and efforts - Send a
donation to the Red Cross - Donate blood today - Become a Red
Cross volunteer - Thank Red Cross volunteers for their service.
To learn how to get involved, contact your local chapter at
www.redcross.org Origin of World Red Cross Day: World Red Cross
and Red Crescent Day dates back to1922. At that time, the
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