Large costly disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes and earthquakes make the news—but most emergencies don't. A house fire or a loved one needing CPR may not be newsworthy, but they're a tragedy for those involved. In every single case, it is the mission of the American Red Cross to be there and help those in need—whether disaster strikes thousands of people at once... or one family in the middle of the night.

Our job is never done—people always need us—every single day. Please help us continue our lifesaving work.

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Disaster Donations

The best way to support American Red Cross disaster relief efforts is through a monetary donation.  The American Red Cross is not set up to sort and distribute collections of food, clothing or other items.  It is difficult to transport and sort collections at a disaster site, as it requires lots of time, money and personnel.  We recommend that these types of items be given to local food banks or agencies who are equipped for such donations.

Memorials and Tributes

A gift to the American Red Cross Hawkeye Chapter is a touching way to remember someone who has made a difference in your life, or to honor the accomplishment of someone you care about.  We will happily send an acknowledgement to both you and your honoree or the family of the individual you are remembering.  In addition, such gifts are noted in our chapter newsletter.

To make a tribute or memorial: Please enclose a note with your gift to let us know the name and occasion you are remembering.  If you would like the honoree or a family member of a memorial to receive separate acknowledgement, please include their address as well. 

The American Red Cross Hawkeye Chapter accepts donations designated for national or international efforts.

Your gift to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund allows Red Cross workers to provide immediate emergency assistance to the victims of hundreds of disasters across the country each year. A gift to the American Red Cross International Response Fund puts your dollars to work to meet emergency needs of people in other countries. All American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from people just like you!

To designate your gift to national or international disaster relief rather than local support, simply let us know your wishes in the “notes” section on-line, write your wishes in the memo line of your check, or tell the person taking your donation over the phone. We assure that the intent of the donor is always honored.