Delivering Support During Crisis
Beyond immediate response, the Red Cross is invested in helping communities prepare for challenges they may face in the future. The Community Adaptation Program plays a pivotal role in this effort. By partnering with local organizations, this program helps deploy vital resources, such as mobile health units, ensuring that even in the aftermath of a disaster, communities can access essential healthcare services. "Ninety percent of our workforce is volunteers," Toy explains. Beyond disaster relief, the Red Cross also supports fire safety through disaster preparedness initiatives like its Sound the Alarm program. This program installs free smoke alarms in homes across Michigan, helping to save lives by increasing preparedness.
By working together, Ford Philanthropy and the American Red Cross are making a lasting impact through disaster preparedness efforts. If you’re interested in learning more about how you can help families and support both initiatives, please visit the Red Cross volunteer page here.