Who We Are
The American Red Cross – Hawaii Region is a non-profit organization that provides emergency assistance, disaster relief, and education in the state of Hawaii. The organization is part of the larger American Red Cross network, which has been serving communities across the United States for over 130 years.
What We Do
The American Red Cross – Hawaii Region provides a range of services to help people prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies and disasters. These services include:
– Disaster response: The American Red Cross – Hawaii Region responds to disasters such as hurricanes, floods, and wildfires by providing shelter, food, and other basic necessities to those affected.
– Health and safety training: The organization offers training in CPR, first aid, and other life-saving skills to help people be prepared for emergencies.
– Blood donation: The American Red Cross – Hawaii Region collects blood donations to help meet the needs of patients in hospitals and other medical facilities.
– Support to military families: The organization provides support to military families through programs such as emergency financial assistance and counseling services.
Impact
The American Red Cross – Hawaii Region has made a significant impact on the communities it serves. In the past year alone, the organization has:
– Responded to 22 disasters, providing assistance to over 400 individuals and families.
– Collected over 10,000 units of blood, which can help save up to 30,000 lives.
– Provided health and safety training to over 3,000 individuals.
Giving
The American Red Cross – Hawaii Region relies on the generosity of donors to fund its programs and services. There are many ways to give to the organization, including:
– Making a one-time or recurring donation online.
– Donating blood at a local blood drive or donation center.
– Volunteering time and skills to support the organization’s mission.
Grants
The American Red Cross – Hawaii Region receives grants from a variety of sources to support its programs and services. These grants come from government agencies, private foundations, and corporations.
Research
The American Red Cross – Hawaii Region conducts research to better understand the needs of the communities it serves and to develop effective strategies for responding to emergencies and disasters.
Programs & Services
The American Red Cross – Hawaii Region offers a range of programs and services to help people prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies and disasters. These include:
– Disaster response: The organization provides emergency shelter, food, and other basic necessities to those affected by disasters.
– Health and safety training: The American Red Cross – Hawaii Region offers training in CPR, first aid, and other life-saving skills.
– Blood donation: The organization collects blood donations to help meet the needs of patients in hospitals and other medical facilities.
– Support to military families: The American Red Cross – Hawaii Region provides support to military families through programs such as emergency financial assistance and counseling services.
Careers & Volunteer
The American Red Cross – Hawaii Region offers opportunities for both paid employment and volunteer service. To learn more about career and volunteer opportunities, visit the organization’s website.
Funded Partners
The American Red Cross – Hawaii Region partners with a variety of organizations to support its programs and services. These partners include government agencies, non-profit organizations, and private sector companies.
Training & Certification
The American Red Cross – Hawaii Region offers training and certification in a variety of areas, including CPR, first aid, lifeguarding, and babysitting. To learn more about training opportunities, visit the organization’s website.
Contact Information
To contact the American Red Cross – Hawaii Region, visit the organization’s website or call (808) 734-2101.
FAQ
To learn more about the American Red Cross – Hawaii Region and its programs and services, visit the organization’s website or check out the frequently asked questions section.
Web links
– American Red Cross – Hawaii Region website: https://www.redcross.org/local/hawaii.html
– Donate to the American Red Cross – Hawaii Region: https://www.redcross.org/donate/donation.html/
– Volunteer with the American Red Cross – Hawaii Region: https://www.redcross.org/volunteer/become-a-volunteer.html/
– Find a blood drive near you: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-drive