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What does the American Red Cross stand for? |
| The American Red Cross is part of the International Red Cross Movement. More than 250 million paid and volunteer staff are involved in Red Cross programs in virtually every country in the world. |
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The basic principles of the Red Cross are:
- Humanity
- Impartiality
- Neutrality
- Independence
- Voluntary Service
- Unity
- Universality
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| The American Red Cross is charted by the U.S. Congress (Act of Congress of January 5, 1905, as amended, 36 U.S.C. Sections 1-9) to undertake relief activities to mitigate the suffering caused by disasters. It is a community-based, voluntary organization. There are almost 2,600 Red Cross chapters, throughout all 50 sates, U.S possessions, and dependencies. |
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