The document summarizes the work of the American Red Cross in providing relief efforts during times of crisis both domestically and internationally. It discusses how the Red Cross responds to over 70,000 domestic disasters each year including fires, floods, tornadoes and more. It also details the international relief efforts of the Red Cross to help vulnerable communities worldwide prepare for, respond to, and recover from epidemics, humanitarian crises and natural disasters. The document encourages donations to support Red Cross programs that provide disaster response, recovery, preparedness and disease prevention assistance to millions of people annually.

1. Haiti-Jan. 9, 2010

2. Haiti-Jan. 14, 2010

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4. A Growing Global Need "On every battle field, a flag of mercy flies. Its white field bears a Red Cross-the universal symbol of human compassion. Under that flag, there are no enemies, no racial or religious animosities. There are only brothers.“ --President Lyndon B. Johnson, 1968 Proclamation

5. A Growing Global Need (cont.) Recent environmental degradation, climate change and population growth was to blame for the increase in natural disasters. Communities worldwide living in areas of high risk are also the ones less able to bounce back from a disaster. The American Red Cross helps vulnerable people worldwide prevent, prepare for and respond to disasters. Our emergency disaster response programs provide relief and recovery assistance to millions of people annually.

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8. Hot meals delivered to victims after a disaster

9. Blood when it is needed most

10. Emergency messages delivered to a member of the Armed Forces from their family.

13. Prepare

14. Respond

15. Recover

16. From epidemics to humanitarian crisis.

19. Donations turned into financial assistance for victims to purchase clothing, diapers, and food.

20. Money also goes to people to repair their homes and get back to work.

22. Raise awareness of the importance of the Red Cross Continue to help and respond to nearly 200 neighborhood emergencies every day! Perfect month to fundraise, donate, and even volunteer at your local Red Cross to continue tirelessly to provide public support. Why is it important?

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26. Other supporters do it to inspire others.

27. In the end, through all our donations and volunteer hours, we all help bring comfort, hope, and a lending hand to victims and survivors.