American Red Cross Nebraska Iowa Region

The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization, led by volunteers that provides relief to victims of disasters and helps people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. It does this through services that are consistent with its congressional charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement

The Central Iowa chapter includes counties: Winnebago, Worth, Mitchell, Hancock, Cerro Gordo, Floyd, Wright, Franklin, Butler, Hamilton, Hardin, Grundy, Greene, Boone, Story, Marshall, Tama, Audubon, Guthrie, Dallas, Polk, Jasper, Poweshiek, Iowa, Cass, Adair, Madison, Waren, Marion, Mahaska, Keokuk, Adams, Union, Clarke, Lucas, Monroe, Wapello, Jefferson, Taylor, Ringgold, Decatur, Wayne, Appanoose, Davis.

In Time of Need

The American Red Cross, through its strong network of volunteers, donors and partners, is always there in times of need. We aspire to turn compassion into action so that... ...all people affected by disaster across the country and around the world receive care, shelter and hope; ...our communities are ready and prepared for disasters; ...everyone in our country has access to safe, lifesaving blood and blood products; ...all members of our armed services and their families find support and comfort whenever needed; and ...in an emergency, there are always trained individuals nearby, ready to use their Red Cross skills to save lives.

Join Us for our Home Fire Campaign. Here's a gripping fact:

Every 8 minutes, the #RedCross responds to a home fire in the U.S. You can take steps to keep your family safe by practicing your escape plan and testing your smoke alarms. Learn more:www.SoundTheAlarm.org#EndHomeFires