American Red Cross of Illinois

Leave the chills and thrills to Halloween. Donating blood isn't scary! Give blood and make a lasting impact this fall! Book your appointment at RedCrossBlood.org.

⏰ TURN your clocks back. TEST your smoke alarms! 🚨 Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, Nov. 1! Take a moment to test your smoke alarms, review your home fire escape plan and help keep your loved ones safe. ❤️ Download the free Red Cross Emergency app at redcross.org/apps.

🐾❤️ Our Red Cross Animal Visitation volunteers and their handlers bring smiles, joy and unconditional love to service members, military families and communities. Read more here: rdcrss.org/3uKwHEg | RedCross.org/Volunteer

Give blood. Give hope. Help save lives! Join us at the Jacob Henry Mansion in Joliet on Tuesday, Oct. 27, from 1–6 p.m. and help keep the blood supply strong ahead of the holidays. ❤️ Make your appointment today: rdcrss.org/4z8XDPr

Our volunteers are the heart of the Red Cross! Whether answering the call after a disaster or proudly representing us at community events, their time and compassion make a difference every day. Inspired to join them? Find your place on our team: redcross.org/volunteer

♥️ íDona Sangre! As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, the call for Hispanic blood donors grows stronger. Join us October 4, 2026 from 9am at Los Donantes, a lotería‑inspired blood drive celebrating culture and saving lives. Call 1‑800‑RED CROSS or RedCrossBlood.org

Today, 25 years after September 11, 2001, we remember the lives lost, honor the courage of first responders and volunteers, and hold close the families who continue to carry their memory. Their bravery, service and compassion continue to inspire us.

It’s #NationalPreparednessMonth! Disasters can happen anytime, anywhere. Preparedness doesn’t have to be expensive. Start an emergency kit with items you already have at home. 📲 Download the free Red Cross Emergency app for weather alerts and preparedness tips.

During today's heat wave, be sure to hydrate, seek shade or A/C and check on neighbors and pets. Download the free Red Cross Emergency app for real-time alerts, expert advice in both English and Spanish, and additional safety tips and up to date shelter locations.

Areas across our region are under flood watches and warnings. Know the difference: WATCH: Flooding is possible. WARNING: Flooding is occurring or will occur soon—act immediately. Download the free Red Cross Emergency app for weather alerts, shelter locations and safety tips.