As twilight descends on Tampa this Wednesday, the city’s iconic landmarks will don a vibrant hue of red, illuminating the skyline in a powerful gesture of solidarity. This luminous display marks the 10th annual American Red Cross Giving Day, a poignant occasion where communities unite to extend a lifeline to families grappling with the aftermath of disasters. From the bustling Riverwalk to the historic Downtown bridges, Tampa will shine as a beacon of hope, rallying its residents to embrace the spirit of generosity and compassion.
Time to set your reminder for Red Cross Giving Day this Wednesday, March 27! Let's join together to support families impacted by disasters when #HelpCantWait.
Thanks to our friends at @JohnDeere, you also have the power to make double the impact TODAY (March 25)! Every… pic.twitter.com/YvZFX73EIk
— American Red Cross (@RedCross) March 25, 2024
¿How to Give on Red Cross Giving Day?
The American Red Cross emphasizes two key avenues for participation in Giving Day: financial contributions and spreading awareness. Individuals can make a tangible difference by visiting redcross.org/GivingDay to make a donation, which will provide essential support including shelter, food, relief items, and emotional assistance to those in need. Additionally, social media users are encouraged to utilize the hashtag #HelpCantWait to amplify the message and encourage friends and family to join the cause.
The day after Army veterans Sharon and Mark Taylor got married, a tornado struck their home in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Sharon was taking a nap when tornado sirens went off. Mark couldn’t believe how their pitbull Butch saved her life.
"The roof had collapsed on top of Sharon,… pic.twitter.com/80CMckiOFX
— American Red Cross (@RedCross) March 27, 2024
For those inspired to further support the Red Cross mission beyond Giving Day, a myriad of opportunities awaits. Visit redcross.org/redcrossmonth to explore other ways to help such as blood donation drives and CPR training classes, empowering individuals to make a lasting impact throughout the month and beyond.
176 gallons. ➡️ That’s the total amount of blood, platelets and plasma that Bill “Waz” Waerzeggers has donated over the past 34 years with the @RedCrossWis.
Waz’s blood is extra special. Not only does he have type O negative blood — the most common blood type used for… pic.twitter.com/SijPC3FcRM
— American Red Cross (@RedCross) March 19, 2024
