How To Help
The American Red Cross provides assistance to people in
need … free of charge … every single day! Your
contribution means a great deal to the organization … but even
more to the families who rely on the Red Cross to help them
through some of the most difficult times of their lives.
The American Red Cross is not a government agency, we must
rely on the generosity of the American public. With your
ongoing support, we will continue to be there providing people
in crisis … relief for today and hope for tomorrow.
American
Red Cross is a Four Star Charity
The American Red Cross has been designated a four star charity
(the highest rating) by Charity Navigator (www.charitynavigator.org).
This rating means that the American Red Cross gets the most
from every dollar you give. Keeping administrative costs as
low as possible means the Red Cross can deliver more help to
people in need...respond to emergencies and disasters whenever
and wherever they occur...and offer the entire community the
life-saving training and disaster preparedness skills and
information that help everyone live healthier, safer lives.
How to Give
Financial gifts may be sent to:
American Red Cross
Southeast Missouri Chapter
2430 Myra Drive
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
Or call us at (573) 335-9471
If you are committed to ensuring Red Cross is here for
generations to come, you may wish to consider a "planned gift."
Consider the following:
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Bequest
Many of our supporters make charitable gifts by naming the Red
Cross as a beneficiary in their wills.
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Life Income Gift
You irrevocably transfer some assets to the Red Cross now, and
in return, you (and a survivor, if you wish) receive income
for life.
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Gift of Life Insurance
Some of our supporters no longer need their life insurance,
that was purchased years ago to provide for children or other
family members, and donate the policy to the American Red
Cross.
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Pooled Income Fund
Your gift of money, marketable securities, or both is
invested together with similar gifts from other supporters.
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Charitable Lead Trust
Individuals with very large estates can use a charitable lead
trust to benefit the American Red Cross and pass principal to
family members with little or no tax penalty.
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Gift of Retirement Plans
Your IRA assets will be transferred to a charitable remainder
trust, the trust will provide life income to the beneficiary,
and then an eventual gift to the Red Cross.
Individuals who offer planned gifts become members of our
Legacy Society and receive special honors.
Your Gift of Time
Ever heard of the saying, "when you help someone you help
yourself?" There may be more truth behind this statement than
you think! Studies have shown that people who volunteer may
experience improvement in their overall life satisfaction,
well-being and overall health. Volunteer opportunities with the
Red Cross are as assorted and unique as the many programs and
services we provide. Whatever your time availability, interest
or skills, the Red Cross needs you! Start your volunteer career
today! Aside from being a great way to help those in need, it
just may help you live a longer and happier life! Call (573)
335-9471 for more information or
click here for more
volunteer information. To learn more about volunteering
with the American Red Cross, please visit
http://www.redcross.org/donate/volunteer
Your
Gift of Blood
Give Blood - the Gift of Life. Call (573)
339-1822
today for more information. For upcoming blood drives
click here.
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