The British Red Cross helps people in crisis, whoever and wherever they are. We are part of a global network of volunteers and staff, responding to natural disasters, conflicts and individual emergencies.

Every year we respond to thousands of emergencies in the UK, playing a key role supporting the emergency services. From floods and heavy snow to house fires and transport accidents, we are ready to respond.

We also help thousands of people across the UK keep their independence by providing short-term support after a hospital stay – or by preventing admission in the first place.

The British Red Cross responds to natural disasters and conflicts around the world, working with the rest of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.

As well as preparing for and responding to emergencies, we also support longer term Red Cross and Red Crescent programmes around the world, helping communities tackle health and social crises.

People in crisis need your help. A donation to the British Red Cross allows us to be there whenever we’re needed most. Your donation, large or small, can help people in desperate need.