American Red Cross

Giving a hand when disaster strikes

The American Red Cross, through a collaboration with the Nationwide Foundation and other organizations, established the National Disaster Relief and Preparedness Fund more than a decade ago. This fund helps the American Red Cross have immediate funds available to respond to disasters whenever and wherever they happen.

Without such a fund, resources would have to be raised each time a disaster occurred, potentially delaying assistance. The Nationwide Foundation has contributed more than $4 million to help ensure funds are available.