The power of the American Red Cross relies on your generous donations and the tireless efforts of our volunteers, employees, board members and community partners — dedicated people who will continue to make a difference for thousands of lives in 2025 and beyond. As we close out 2024, we wish you a safe and healthy holiday season, and invite you to review some of our region's proudest and most memorable moments.
The power of the American Red Cross relies on your generous donations and the tireless efforts of our volunteers, employees, board members and community partners — dedicated people who will continue to make a difference for thousands of lives in 2025 and beyond. As we close out 2024, we wish you a safe and healthy holiday season, and invite you to review some of our region's proudest and most memorable moments.
News Story: Resilience Stories from the New Mexico Wildfires and Floods
A fourth grader and grandmother find a new friend at the Red Cross shelter in El Capitan. Stories of those impacted by the wildfires that quickly turned into floods as a result of the burn scar.
Video: Extreme Flash Floods Intensify Recovery Efforts in New Mexico
The burn scar left by the Salt and Fork Fires leads way to extreme flash flooding, forcing Red Cross volunteers to assist those affected by foot as they canvass impacted areas.
News Story: Red Cross Visits the White House to Discuss Extreme Heat
Representing the hottest large city in the country, our region’s CEO joins leaders from across the U.S., Tribal nations, and international communities to address the pressing issue of extreme heat.
News Story: Woman Lives Past Life Expectancy and Becomes Sickle Cell Advocate
How a woman who wasn’t expected to live past 30 is now a 49-year-old mother, businesswomen, and advocate inspiring lifesaving blood donations for Sickle Cell patients.
News Story: Los Donantes Invites Latinos to Donate Blood During Hispanic Heritage Month
More than 100 community leaders, volunteers, and sponsors celebrate the launch of Los Donantes. Arizona Governor Hobbs - among others - donates life-saving blood to support cause.
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Video: Mental Health Volunteer - The Challenges of Coming Home After a Disaster
People always think about the initial disaster, but often forget about how hard it can be to have a sense of normalcy as they embark in the recovery process.
News Story: Volunteers Respond to Multi-Family Home Fire Amid Extreme Heat Warming
Red Cross volunteers respond to an apartment fire that left several families without a safe place to cool down in the middle of an extreme heat warning.
News Story: Red Cross Chapters Across the Region Honor Refugees on World Refugee Day
All three chapters in AZ and NM participated in events celebrating the strength and courage of people who have been forced to flee their home country to escape conflict or persecution.
News Story: Red Cross Celebrates Long-Standing Tribal Partnership with MERV Unveiling
Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community has been a steadfast partner for a decade, and we could not be prouder to present the co-branded mission response vehicle (MERV).