How was the Red Cross funded?

Despite this close relationship with the federal government, the American Red Cross is not a federal agency, nor do we receive federal funding on a regular basis to carry out our services and programs. read more

The Red Cross is not funded by the government; its budget comes from donations as well as cost-recovery fees that are charged for some services. In certain circumstances, the Red Cross recieves government money because the government has contracted the Red Cross to carry out some aspect of relief efforts. read more

The Red Cross is funded primarily by voluntary donations and cost-recovery charges for some services, such as the provision of blood and blood products and health and safety training courses. read more