We help after disasters, supply blood, teach lifesaving skills and serve veterans & military.
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Region of the American Red Cross serves approximately 4.2 million people in Philadelphia, Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Montgomery counties. Our region provides food and shelter in emergencies, assists members of our armed forces and their families, teaches lifesaving skills, collects lifesaving blood, and so much more. All American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from the American people.
03/28/2026
Being prepared is one of the most powerful ways to help your community. This Red Cross Month, take on the challenge to learn first aid, CPR or lifesaving skills that could save a life. Get started by finding a class near you and signing up to get trained: redcross.org/TakeAClass
03/28/2026
03/27/2026
WOW! Thanks to EVERYONE who helped make our 6th annual 6abc Action News Red Cross Month blood drive a success! This year, we expanded to 5 locations and collected an amazing 517 blood donations! This brings our 6 year total to 1,614! Way to go!
Special shout out to our location hosts - Spring Valley YMCA, Sellersville Volunteer Fire Department, Courtyard by Marriott, Scottish Rite Auditorium and Innovative Catering Concepts - for stepping up and providing space ❤️. Can't wait until next year!
03/27/2026
Thank you, Office of the Governor of Pennsylvania, for proclaiming March as Red Cross Month in Pennsylvania! Red Crossers from across the Commonwealth were in Harrisburg Tuesday to talk with lawmakers about the work happening in our communities every single day.
From Philadelphia to Pittsburgh, and in every Pennsylvania community in between, the Red Cross is there – not only during the disasters that make headlines, but also during the personal emergencies that change a family’s life forever.
For 145 years, neighbors have helped neighbors through the Red Cross. That tradition continues today because of volunteers, blood donors and supporters who step up when .
03/26/2026
TONIGHT! We'll be joining Rep. Regina Young to talk about preparedness on Facebook Live! See you at 6 p.m.
03/26/2026
We’re so grateful for you! Because of supporters like you, families affected by disasters, big and small, can receive meals, shelter, emotional support and a path toward recovery. Thank you for making hope possible this Giving Day.
If you missed the chance to give, there’s still time to support our disaster relief efforts and help communities when they need it most.
Ashlyn George used to run the blood drives in her high school and is now a second year med student. Great job Ashlyn! She's pictured here before donating at today's 6abc Action News Red Cross Month blood drive in Philadelphia. ❤️
03/25/2026
🙌 Janelle Cheeseborough donated blood for the first time today! She saw the blood drive mentioned on 6abc Action News and thought, “Why not?” We are happy to report she said, “It was great!” Thanks for donating Janelle!
03/25/2026
Deborah Johnson-Jennings donated blood today at the 6abc Action News blood drive Philly location! She tries to donate at least once a year and has been donating for 45 years! Thank you for donating Deborah!
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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.