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Become a Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Volunteer

Complete your DofE volunteering while making a difference from the comfort of your own home or in-person with the British Red Cross Join more than 1,000 people who have taken part in the British Red ...
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Youth volunteer placements with the British Red Cross

Volunteer for up to 12 weeks with us and gain new skills and experience working in the humanitarian sector. A placement with the British Red Cross offers you the chance to develop practical skills, ...
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Educational volunteering placements with the British Red Cross

Complete your placement with the British Red Cross and gain valuable skills and experience. Looking for a meaningful way to complete your mandatory placement? The British Red Cross offers a unique ...
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Sir Lenny Henry supports Jamaica’s recovery after Hurricane Melissa

A donation to our Disaster Fund will help us respond to disasters in the UK and around the world, including armed conflict, wildfires, flooding and other natural disasters ...
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Creating a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment

This guidance and activity document will help you create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment. Use it when exploring the topics and concepts in our teaching resources with children ...
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Storms and thunderstorms: advice on staying safe and protecting your home

Find out how to prepare for a storm or thunderstorm, what to do if you’re inside, outside, on water or driving, and what to do afterwards. Storms in the UK can wreak havoc, causing power cuts and ...
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Hackney Half Marathon

Join Team Red Cross and run the Hackney Half Marathon. If you already have a place at the event, you can still be part of Team Red Cross. You’ll receive the same support as other team members but ...
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Our people

The British Red Cross Society, incorporated by Royal Charter 1908, is a charity registered in England and Wales (220949), Scotland (SC037738), Isle of Man (0752) and Jersey (430).
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First aid courses

The British Red Cross offers first aid training across the UK at more than 150 venues. We can even come to you if you have a group of up to 12 people. See all our first aid training venues. If you're ...
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British Red Cross helps more than half a million people through its Disaster Fund

A new report shows that the British Red Cross’ Disaster Fund reached more than 500,000 people in crisis in the UK and around the world in 2025. 2025 placed huge demands on the humanitarian sector, ...
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In an emergency, every second counts

People need us right now and we need you. With your support we can provide vital help when disaster strikes.
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Get Help: We're here to support you

Get help from the British Red Cross. We’re here to provide practical, local and emotional support – whoever and wherever you are. Our humanitarian movement helps people most in need in the UK and 190 ...