In the past fiscal year, American Red Cross of Southwest Washington responded to 107 fires, 10 floods and three storm-related incidents; mobilized relief to 149 families affected by local disasters; collected 24,589 units of blood; trained more than 16,851people in vital lifesaving and disaster preparedness skills; and provided outreach programs to 302 members of the Armed Forces and their families. There were 3,068 volunteers who gave of their time.
Funding - 92% of gifts received go directly into programs
In addition, donations from 4,373 individuals and 427 corporate donors helped provide all these services by the your local American Red Cross with 92% of local donations going to fund local services.
Six-County Service Area
Pacific, Wahkiakum, Cowlitz, Clark, Skamania and Klickitat counties in Washington State with a population of more than 561,000.
Red Cross Mission Statement
The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.
