SPRINGFIELD, IL (Chambana Today) – The Red Cross of Illinois is rallying supporters to deliver aid for disasters across the region.
Red Cross Giving Day is on March 26 and help can’t wait. For the first 50 days of 2025, Red Cross volunteers responded to more than 50 disasters, including 9 large scale disaster responses. Their aid included providing shelter, food and supplies, emotional support, financial assistance, health services, disaster and spiritual care services. On top of this, they respond to everyday crises like home fires. However, more Red Cross blood donations have gone uncollected this year due to weather than throughout all of 2024.
“This year’s disasters have set a whirlwind pace, displacing thousands of people from their homes across the country and disrupting the nation’s blood supply for patients,” said Kellie O’Connell, Chief Executive Officer, Illinois Red Cross. “As we enter spring disaster season, families are relying on us to come together as a community and support them when help can’t wait during future crises. Join us today by making a financial donation or giving blood or platelets.”
Visit redcross.org today to make a financial donation or schedule an appointment to give blood or platelets in March.