The Highlands Red Cross is a proud partner with the Cumberland, Harnett, and Hoke County United Way organizations

 

Fast Facts 

  • The American Red Cross is the only humanitarian organization with a Congressional charter to provide relief to victims of disasters and to help people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies
  • The Highlands Chapter abides by the seven international principles of the Red Cross movement: Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity and Universality
  • The Highlands Chapter service area covers more than 586,800 local people in the city of Fayetteville and in the counties of Cumberland, Sampson, Harnett, Hoke and Bladen
  • The American Red Cross has received an A+ rating from the American Institute of Philanthropy for its proven ability to get quick relief to disaster victims while using every dollar wisely; Charity Navigator has designated the Red Cross a 4-star charity, its highest rating.

2008 Highlands Chapter Milestones

 People trained in CPR, First Aid, Lifesaving       6,843

 Local military families and soldiers served          2,978

 Local disaster victims helped                                866

 Local disaster assistance provided                 $135,673

 Local Red Cross volunteers                                  235

 Preparedness Information (brochures) and Mitigation (smoke detectors) Services                               30,803

 Local Red Cross youth club members                    96

 

   Highlands Chapter Office: 807 Carol Street | Fayetteville, NC 28303 |     

Contact Us - ph: (910) 867-8151 | fax: (910) 867-6004 | M-F 8am-5pm