The American Red Cross has served our country for more than 135 years. In honor of African-American History Month, we wanted to spotlight three extraordinary women – Frances Elliott Davis, …
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Black History Month: Honoring Gwen T. Jackson
This Black History Month, we’re honoring Black men and women who played a pivotal role in helping the American Red Cross become the organization that it is today. Meet Gwen …
Black History Month: Honoring Jesse O. Thomas
This Black History Month, we’re honoring Black men and women whose contributions were essential to our history. Meet Jesse O. Thomas, an educator who paved the way for the future …
Black History Month: Honoring Dr. Jerome Holland
This Black History Month, we’re honoring Black men and women whose contributions were essential to our history. Meet Dr. Jerome H. Holland, a passionate advocate for blood research and a …
Black History Month: Honoring Mary McLeod Bethune
This Black History Month, we are honoring Black men and women whose contributions were essential to our history. Meet Mary McLeod Bethune, whose dedication to academics and equality helped expand …
Black History Month: Honoring Steve Bullock
This Black History Month, we’re honoring black men and women who played a pivotal role in helping the American Red Cross become the organization that it is today. Meet Steve …
Black History Month: Honoring Frances Reed Elliott Davis
This Black History Month, we’re honoring Black men and women whose contributions were essential to our history. Meet Frances Reed Elliott Davis whose passion for nursing and helping communities led …
Red Cross Women Paving the Way Throughout History
Voluntary service is the heart of the Red Cross, and many volunteers began their service during armed conflict. As we celebrate National Volunteer Month, we pay tribute to the Red …
A Legacy of “Firsts” To Celebrate Black History Month
Throughout American Red Cross history, notable African Americans have paved the way in our organization for future generations who came after them. As we kick off Black History Month, we …
From the Archives – History of the Red Cross in Harlem
History of the Red Cross in Harlem In 1959, the American Red Cross in Greater New York (ARC/GNY) was formed. Red Cross units in the five boroughs were united into …