Get involved

Together, we can help

Whether you donate to a cause or donate your time, your support helps our emergency responders be there for everyone, everywhere.

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Humanity is at the heart of what we do. We couldn't provide our services without our incredible staff, volunteers and you.

You can help to bring hope and life-changing support to whoever needs it, wherever they are.

From fundraising to volunteering, there are many ways to show your support.

On this page:

  • Donate to a cause

  • Become a volunteer

  • Get involved in fundraising

  • Work for the Red Cross

  • Educational resources

  • Business and partner opportunities

Donate

The most direct way to support the Red Cross is by making a donation. With your support we can get hope and life-changing help to people who need it most.  However large or small, your contribution makes a difference.

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Make a donation

Donate to wherever the need is greatest, or donate to a cause close to your heart. 

Donate to the Red Cross
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Help us support people in crisis

A regular donation to the Red Cross can help us support and change the lives of millions of people in need. Help us be here for humanity.

Set up a regular gift

Volunteer

Join our movement and become part of the world’s emergency responders in the UK and 190 other countries.

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Become a Red Cross volunteer

Explore volunteer opportunities, from helping at events and charity shops to responding to UK emergencies.

Browse volunteer opportunities
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Youth volunteers (age 15+)

Learn more about how you become part of our Movement with our UK youth volunteer opportunities and international youth volunteering programme.

Explore voluntary roles for young people

Get fundraising

With your generous support, we can be here for anyone who needs us. Find an exciting fundraising opportunity near you.

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Fundraising and events

Come together for humanity. From tea parties to open gardens, marathons, foodie fests and more, there's a fundraising event for everyone.

See our latest events
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Virtual fundraising

Be part of the Movement and raise money for the British Red Cross from the comfort of your home.

Fundraise from home

Work for the Red Cross

Behind every cause there's an amazing team that makes everything possible. Join us and become part of the largest humanitarian network in the world.

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Jobs

We're always on the lookout for kind people with big hearts, fresh ideas and bright minds. Check out our latest opportunities for a rewarding new career in our Movement.

Search for a job
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Work experience

There are lots of opportunities at the British Red Cross. Learn more about our internships, paid placements and other opportunities for people aged 15-24.

See opportunities for young people

Education resources

Explore our free teaching resources and digital classrooms to help educate and use the power of humanity to overcome crisis.

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Red Cross free education materials and workshops

Education resources and workshops to build skills, confidence and empathy across a range of topics from first aid and wellbeing to humanitarianism and educator development

Browse free education resources

Business and partnerships

Business opportunities and partnerships help us to provide long-term support projects and the resources we need to work independently.

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Partner with us

Partnerships allow us to provide long-term support projects in the UK and overseas. Find out how your company can get involved and make a difference.

Partner with us

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Shop

Find your nearest British Red Cross charity shop, donate items or shop with us online.

Shop with us
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Red Cross online shop

Every time your purchase from the British Red Cross, you send a lifeline to people who need it most. 

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