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Rooted in over a century’s tradition of service to the community, the American Red Cross is one of the world’s most renowned humanitarian organizations.

As the premier provider of relief services, Red Cross volunteers mobilize and respond when communities have the greatest need. We are a team of dedicated volunteers and staff whose mission is to provide relief to victims of disaster regardless of scope.

From national and international disasters to local home fires, the American Red Cross is here to help people Prevent, Prepare and Respond to emergencies.

[What Moves Us]

Since its inception in 1881 by visionary leader Clara Barton, the American Red Cross has established volunteer led movement that provides impartial humanitarian relief to victims of disaster as guided by the congressional charter.

By becoming a Red Cross volunteer, empower yourself, family and community to stand ready.

Check out our five lines of service

Disaster Response |  Health & Safety |  Blood Services |  Service to the Armed Forces |  International Services

[We Are One]

Across the country, down the street, and around the world the American Red Cross is where you are. With hundreds of locally supported chapters nationwide, more than 15 million people turn to the American Red Cross each year and volunteers are the lifeline for provision of these vital services. We strive to maintain a culture of inclusiveness. This means our volunteers work as staff to fulfill the mission of the Red Cross.

The American Red Cross Los Angeles Region has 14 locations where you can volunteer. Click here for a location near you.