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As heavy rainfall induced by the Southwest Monsoon (Habagat) causes flooding and localized landslides across several provinces, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) remained on high alert and on the ground, delivering immediate rescue and welfare support. “Our Red Cross chapters and emergency rescue units are actively responding on the ground—rescuing stranded residents and even pets, […]
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) marked a significant milestone with the signing of the Deed of Donation and groundbreaking ceremony for the future Pampanga-Angeles City Chapter Building, made possible through the generosity of the Lazatin family, who donated a 300-square-meter parcel of land at Eastgate Commercial Center in San Jose, City of San Fernando. The […]
Nissan Philippines Inc. (NPI) and its employees donated to the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) to strengthen the relief and recovery efforts for families affected by the Magnitude 7.8 Sarangani earthquake. “This partnership is very important to us. At Nissan, we are guided by our purpose of enriching people’s lives as we pursue our vision of […]
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) strengthened its Flood and Typhoon Early Action Protocols (EAPs) during a two-day workshop held at its National Headquarters. The workshop integrated a Fragility, Conflict, and Violence (FCV) lens to make humanitarian response safer and more effective in communities facing both disasters and conflict. PRC personnel and chapter representatives learned risk […]
Laguna Governor Sol Aragones joined local officials, Philippine Red Cross representatives, and community leaders during the blessing and official opening of the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) Laguna Chapter–Siniloan Branch in Siniloan, Laguna, bringing improved access to emergency health and blood services closer to residents. The newly inaugurated facility was made possible through the continued support […]
In celebration of World Blood Donor Day, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) held a special awarding ceremony at the Riverbanks Center in Marikina City to honor incredible “blood galloners” and dedicated partner organizations for their unwavering commitment to saving lives. Earlier in the day, a blood donation drive was also held at the venue, drawing […]
The Philippines remains vulnerable to extreme heat, with risks heightened by climate variability and climate change. Preparedness and awareness must continue beyond the summer months. So even as the monsoon rains bring cooler temperatures, high humidity can intensify heat stress, making it feel hotter than the actual air temperature and making it harder for our […]
The Philippine Red Cross conducted the Pilot Training for the Red Cross 143 Basic Training Course, reinforcing its flagship volunteer program initiative that aims to equip volunteers in every barangay with the knowledge, skills, and values needed by a Red Cross volunteer. Under the RC143 Program, PRC aims to organize 44 volunteers in every barangay […]
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC), in partnership with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), marked the turnover of four (4) Volunteer Emergency Response Vehicles (VERVs), at the PRC National Headquarters, strengthening its nationwide emergency response network and volunteer mobilization capacity. These VERVs are part of a nationwide emergency response network of the PRC […]
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) joined the global celebration of World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day, marking 79 years of nonstop commitment to helping communities worldwide alongside the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), and 191 Red Cross and Red Crescent National […]