American Red Cross Southern California Region
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The official account for the American Red Cross Southern California Region.
Join us for a Light the World Giving Machine kickoff event in Riverside with our partners at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Tuesday, Dec. 2 at 10 a.m. at the Galleria at Tyler in the Macy’s concourse. We hope to see you there! rdcrss.org/3uNu75G
November 29, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Join us for a Light the World Giving Machine kickoff event in Riverside with our partners at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Tuesday, Dec. 2 at 10 a.m. at the Galleria at Tyler in the Macy’s concourse. We hope to see you there! rdcrss.org/3uNu75G
This year our Service to the Armed Forces team delivered Hug-a-Hero Dolls to military families in SoCal—helping kids keep their parent near during deployments and training. Follow the link to read more about this and other stories from 2025: rdcrss.org/3EYoW5V #GiveWithMeaning
November 28, 2025 at 7:07 PM
This year our Service to the Armed Forces team delivered Hug-a-Hero Dolls to military families in SoCal—helping kids keep their parent near during deployments and training. Follow the link to read more about this and other stories from 2025: rdcrss.org/3EYoW5V #GiveWithMeaning
This Thanksgiving we are grateful for our volunteers, donors & partners for bringing our mission to life every day. We appreciate your commitment to preventing & alleviating human suffering in the face of emergencies. ❤️
November 27, 2025 at 6:00 PM
This Thanksgiving we are grateful for our volunteers, donors & partners for bringing our mission to life every day. We appreciate your commitment to preventing & alleviating human suffering in the face of emergencies. ❤️
Keep your family safe this Thanksgiving with this important tip!
November 27, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Keep your family safe this Thanksgiving with this important tip!
When David was critically injured, 36 units of donated blood saved his life. Five months later, he and his dad hosted a blood drive to help other patients in need—and David even donated. Learn how you can #GiveWithMeaning this holiday season: https://rdcrss.org/3EYoW5V
November 26, 2025 at 9:44 PM
When David was critically injured, 36 units of donated blood saved his life. Five months later, he and his dad hosted a blood drive to help other patients in need—and David even donated. Learn how you can #GiveWithMeaning this holiday season: https://rdcrss.org/3EYoW5V
Celebrating Youth Leadership! 🌟
Ashley, Evonne & Ian were honored for their amazing work with the GLOW Red Youth Leadership Camp—empowering teens to lead & connect.
Read their inspiring story and learn how you can #GiveWithMeaning at redcross.org/socalholiday
Ashley, Evonne & Ian were honored for their amazing work with the GLOW Red Youth Leadership Camp—empowering teens to lead & connect.
Read their inspiring story and learn how you can #GiveWithMeaning at redcross.org/socalholiday
November 25, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Celebrating Youth Leadership! 🌟
Ashley, Evonne & Ian were honored for their amazing work with the GLOW Red Youth Leadership Camp—empowering teens to lead & connect.
Read their inspiring story and learn how you can #GiveWithMeaning at redcross.org/socalholiday
Ashley, Evonne & Ian were honored for their amazing work with the GLOW Red Youth Leadership Camp—empowering teens to lead & connect.
Read their inspiring story and learn how you can #GiveWithMeaning at redcross.org/socalholiday
In February, Heather and Brendan helped save the life of Kevin, Heather's husband, when he experienced a seizure while driving. For their heroic actions, we recognized them with a Lifesaving Award.
Read more stories from 2025 & #GiveWithMeaning at https://rdcrss.org/3EYoW5V.
Read more stories from 2025 & #GiveWithMeaning at https://rdcrss.org/3EYoW5V.
November 24, 2025 at 9:00 PM
In February, Heather and Brendan helped save the life of Kevin, Heather's husband, when he experienced a seizure while driving. For their heroic actions, we recognized them with a Lifesaving Award.
Read more stories from 2025 & #GiveWithMeaning at https://rdcrss.org/3EYoW5V.
Read more stories from 2025 & #GiveWithMeaning at https://rdcrss.org/3EYoW5V.
The evacuation shelter at Simpson Elementary (1050 S. Lilac Ave., Rialto) closes Sun. 7 PM. Mon–Tue (7 AM–7 PM), a Resource Center will open at the same site with meals, health services, mental health support & recovery assistance. Need help? Call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit redcross.org/get-help.
November 24, 2025 at 3:00 AM
The evacuation shelter at Simpson Elementary (1050 S. Lilac Ave., Rialto) closes Sun. 7 PM. Mon–Tue (7 AM–7 PM), a Resource Center will open at the same site with meals, health services, mental health support & recovery assistance. Need help? Call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit redcross.org/get-help.
Red Cross volunteers are providing shelter, meals, health services, and recovery support to those displaced by the Rialto apartment complex fire. Thank you to our volunteers and partners for delivering care and comfort. Those impacted in need of assistance can call 1-800-RED CROSS.
November 23, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Red Cross volunteers are providing shelter, meals, health services, and recovery support to those displaced by the Rialto apartment complex fire. Thank you to our volunteers and partners for delivering care and comfort. Those impacted in need of assistance can call 1-800-RED CROSS.
Looking back on 2025 with gratitude! Thank you to Jack and Jill of America, Inc. for hosting a blood drive to raise awareness about sickle cell disease and improve health outcomes. Read more stories & #GiveWithMeaning: https://rdcrss.org/3EYoW5V
November 22, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Looking back on 2025 with gratitude! Thank you to Jack and Jill of America, Inc. for hosting a blood drive to raise awareness about sickle cell disease and improve health outcomes. Read more stories & #GiveWithMeaning: https://rdcrss.org/3EYoW5V
When the Los Angeles wildfires broke out in January, volunteers from our SoCal Region deployed to support those in need, including Orange County volunteer, Octavio Gonzalez.
Learn more about our work in 2025 & #GiveWithMeaning at https://rdcrss.org/3EYoW5V.
Learn more about our work in 2025 & #GiveWithMeaning at https://rdcrss.org/3EYoW5V.
November 21, 2025 at 7:10 PM
When the Los Angeles wildfires broke out in January, volunteers from our SoCal Region deployed to support those in need, including Orange County volunteer, Octavio Gonzalez.
Learn more about our work in 2025 & #GiveWithMeaning at https://rdcrss.org/3EYoW5V.
Learn more about our work in 2025 & #GiveWithMeaning at https://rdcrss.org/3EYoW5V.
Paws with purpose: This year, K9 teams with our Animal Visitation Program provided comfort and smiles to service members throughout Southern California. Follow the link to read more about this and other stories from 2025 and #GiveWithMeaning: rdcrss.org/3EYoW5V
November 21, 2025 at 3:16 AM
Paws with purpose: This year, K9 teams with our Animal Visitation Program provided comfort and smiles to service members throughout Southern California. Follow the link to read more about this and other stories from 2025 and #GiveWithMeaning: rdcrss.org/3EYoW5V
We’re still feeling the excitement! Huge thanks to San Diego State University, CBS 8 San Diego, Chopper the Biker Dog & all of the amazing donors who made the 9th Annual Aztecs for Life Blood Drive a success! 344 units = hundreds of lives saved. ❤️
November 20, 2025 at 7:02 PM
We’re still feeling the excitement! Huge thanks to San Diego State University, CBS 8 San Diego, Chopper the Biker Dog & all of the amazing donors who made the 9th Annual Aztecs for Life Blood Drive a success! 344 units = hundreds of lives saved. ❤️
We recently teamed up with OC Fire Authority for free Wildfire Safety Visits in Tustin!
During these visits, our teams discussed wildfire safety information with residents and provided free preparedness resources. Thanks to our volunteers for making 54 homes safer and serving 151 residents.
During these visits, our teams discussed wildfire safety information with residents and provided free preparedness resources. Thanks to our volunteers for making 54 homes safer and serving 151 residents.
November 19, 2025 at 9:35 PM
We recently teamed up with OC Fire Authority for free Wildfire Safety Visits in Tustin!
During these visits, our teams discussed wildfire safety information with residents and provided free preparedness resources. Thanks to our volunteers for making 54 homes safer and serving 151 residents.
During these visits, our teams discussed wildfire safety information with residents and provided free preparedness resources. Thanks to our volunteers for making 54 homes safer and serving 151 residents.
Working smoke alarms can cut the risk of dying in a home fire by half.
That’s why we team up with community partners year around to install free smoke alarms and provide home fire safety information in the community.
Support our work & #GiveWithMeaning: https://rdcrss.org/3EYoW5V.
That’s why we team up with community partners year around to install free smoke alarms and provide home fire safety information in the community.
Support our work & #GiveWithMeaning: https://rdcrss.org/3EYoW5V.
November 18, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Working smoke alarms can cut the risk of dying in a home fire by half.
That’s why we team up with community partners year around to install free smoke alarms and provide home fire safety information in the community.
Support our work & #GiveWithMeaning: https://rdcrss.org/3EYoW5V.
That’s why we team up with community partners year around to install free smoke alarms and provide home fire safety information in the community.
Support our work & #GiveWithMeaning: https://rdcrss.org/3EYoW5V.
Our Tiffany Circle members recently helped spread holiday cheer at the La Costa Oaks Clubhouse. They welcomed 22 Red Cross supporters who wrote over 200 heartfelt cards that will be distributed to military community members near and far, including to service members overseas this holiday season! 🎄
November 18, 2025 at 2:29 AM
Our Tiffany Circle members recently helped spread holiday cheer at the La Costa Oaks Clubhouse. They welcomed 22 Red Cross supporters who wrote over 200 heartfelt cards that will be distributed to military community members near and far, including to service members overseas this holiday season! 🎄
We’re eating this new merch up! Come give blood Nov. 17-Dec. 7 and score a classic pair of Red Cross x PAC-MAN socks AND a custom Red Cross x PAC-MAN GASHAPON® – a limited one-of-a-kind collectible capsule toy, both while supplies last. Hurry, book now: https://rcblood.org/3IHwtdX
November 17, 2025 at 2:30 AM
We’re eating this new merch up! Come give blood Nov. 17-Dec. 7 and score a classic pair of Red Cross x PAC-MAN socks AND a custom Red Cross x PAC-MAN GASHAPON® – a limited one-of-a-kind collectible capsule toy, both while supplies last. Hurry, book now: https://rcblood.org/3IHwtdX
As evacuation warnings have been lifted, our shelter is now closed. Please follow local authorities’ guidance and download the free Red Cross Emergency App to stay informed. Thank you to our volunteers and partners for their response!
November 16, 2025 at 3:42 AM
As evacuation warnings have been lifted, our shelter is now closed. Please follow local authorities’ guidance and download the free Red Cross Emergency App to stay informed. Thank you to our volunteers and partners for their response!
In response to the storms in SoCal, the Red Cross has opened a shelter at Foothill Ranch Library (27002 Cabriole, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610). Please follow the instructions of local authorities and be ready to evacuate if necessary.
November 15, 2025 at 4:18 AM
In response to the storms in SoCal, the Red Cross has opened a shelter at Foothill Ranch Library (27002 Cabriole, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610). Please follow the instructions of local authorities and be ready to evacuate if necessary.
According to the National Weather Service, a storm is heading towards SoCal. Check out these tips to get prepared⤵️
November 14, 2025 at 11:00 PM
According to the National Weather Service, a storm is heading towards SoCal. Check out these tips to get prepared⤵️
Our volunteers and community partners installed 162 smoke alarms for 122 Yucca Valley residents at a recent Sound the Alarm event!⛑️🚨
November 13, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Our volunteers and community partners installed 162 smoke alarms for 122 Yucca Valley residents at a recent Sound the Alarm event!⛑️🚨
When SgtMaj Dan Beighley retired after 26 years in the Marine Corps, his mission to serve didn’t stop. Today, he leads our local Service to the Armed Forces team. “Service is a lifelong commitment," he says. Learn more about his story here: rdcrss.org/4qUYnEt #VeteransDay
November 11, 2025 at 7:20 PM
When SgtMaj Dan Beighley retired after 26 years in the Marine Corps, his mission to serve didn’t stop. Today, he leads our local Service to the Armed Forces team. “Service is a lifelong commitment," he says. Learn more about his story here: rdcrss.org/4qUYnEt #VeteransDay
Meet the heroes! Qualcomm has supported the Red Cross for 30+ years with over $3.5M in donations. Recent efforts include disaster relief support, employee-driven giving, volunteering and blood drives. We recently honored them with the Corporate Hero Award at the Real Heroes Awards. 👏
November 10, 2025 at 10:27 PM
Meet the heroes! Qualcomm has supported the Red Cross for 30+ years with over $3.5M in donations. Recent efforts include disaster relief support, employee-driven giving, volunteering and blood drives. We recently honored them with the Corporate Hero Award at the Real Heroes Awards. 👏
This fall the Red Cross is urging donors to make & keep donation appointments to help ensure patients keep receiving critical medical care. Type O donors & platelet donors are especially needed. Please sign up to help: rcblood.org/appt
November 10, 2025 at 4:00 AM
This fall the Red Cross is urging donors to make & keep donation appointments to help ensure patients keep receiving critical medical care. Type O donors & platelet donors are especially needed. Please sign up to help: rcblood.org/appt
Our Service to the Armed Forces team recently visited Marine Air Control Group 38 alongside our incredible partners from Crisis Response Canines as part of the American Red Cross Animal Visitation Program. Together, we brought a little comfort & canine cheer to Marines across the command! 🐶 🐾
November 8, 2025 at 9:12 PM
Our Service to the Armed Forces team recently visited Marine Air Control Group 38 alongside our incredible partners from Crisis Response Canines as part of the American Red Cross Animal Visitation Program. Together, we brought a little comfort & canine cheer to Marines across the command! 🐶 🐾