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As two powerful Pacific storms threaten Hawaii and Guam, American Red Cross volunteers are racing to both islands to open shelters and support thousands of residents in harm's way. The massive volunteer response shows how everyday people step up when their neighbors need help most.
When the Mossy Pond wildfire destroyed 16 homes and left dozens displaced, neighbors didn't wait for instructions. They showed up with donations, time, and determination to help their community rebuild.
Three Utah volunteers flew to Hawaii last weekend to help hundreds displaced by severe flooding that turned roads into rivers and forced over 230 rescues. The Red Cross operated 18 shelters at the height of the crisis, with more Utah teams now on standby.
When historic floods devastated Hawaii last weekend, volunteers from Las Vegas didn't hesitate to answer the call. More than 100 Red Cross workers are now on the ground providing shelter, food, and hope to thousands displaced by the worst flooding in 20 years.
When catastrophic flooding tore through Hawaii this month, 130 Red Cross volunteers showed up to help thousands of displaced families find shelter, food, and hope. In just two weeks, they've provided safe haven for 565 people across 18 shelters.
When tornadoes tore through southeast Louisiana, Red Cross volunteers showed up the next morning with supplies, financial help, and a promise to stay. Over 50 people across 18 households are getting the support they need to rebuild.
When severe storms tore through Middle Georgia on Thursday, Red Cross volunteers jumped into action to help nearly 100 neighbors rebuild their lives. Teams are still assessing damage and expect to reach even more families in the coming days.
After losing her husband, Joy "JJ" Jose walked into her local Red Cross office seeking purpose. Eleven years later, she's become the heart of the O'ahu chapter, welcoming volunteers with hugs and keeping operations running smoothly.
Nearly half of Colorado's Red Cross volunteers are now under 43, while Baby Boomers continue anchoring disaster relief. Four generations are uniting to serve Northern Colorado communities in need.
Young people are transforming disaster relief in Iowa, driving a 25% jump in Red Cross volunteers over three years. The agency now has 1,200 active volunteers statewide, with Gen Z leading the charge through school-based Red Cross Clubs.
At Offutt Air Force Base, 12 Red Cross volunteers handle daily pharmacy operations while providing emergency support to military families. Their work keeps medical services running smoothly and connects service members with loved ones during crises.
Twelve Red Cross volunteers are keeping an Air Force base pharmacy running smoothly while helping military families through emergencies. Their work shows how civilian volunteers can make military life easier for thousands of service members.
When disaster shelters close, specially trained Red Cross volunteers step in to help displaced families find permanent housing and reconnect with loved ones. One Tennessee volunteer has deployed 15 times to ensure survivors leave with dignity and hope.
When six home fires struck central Illinois in just one week, Red Cross volunteers stepped up to help 45 people rebuild their lives. Now they're looking for more helpers to meet growing demand.
When winter storms left millions without power across the South, nine volunteers from Oregon and Washington grabbed their bags and headed east to help strangers through the worst days of their lives. The Red Cross deployed these local heroes to states hit hardest by the deadly weather.
Seven Oregon and Southwest Washington volunteers are heading south to help shelter over 4,000 people displaced by extreme winter weather. Four more local volunteers are on standby as the Red Cross responds to one of winter's biggest emergency operations.
When Typhoon Halong devastated remote Alaskan villages with 16-foot storm surges, Red Cross volunteers orchestrated one of the state's largest airlifts and created culturally sensitive shelters where displaced families could feel at home. From fish head soup to community potlucks, volunteers went beyond basic relief to honor the Yup'ik way of life.