Red Cross stories
Red Cross stories
Read our stories filled with humanity, resilience and the spirit of volunteering. They show how your support is helping vulnerable people in New Zealand and around the world.
1 October 2025
Uber x Red Cross Clothing Drive returns for 2025 – donate from your doorstep
We're teaming up with Uber again to make donating easier than ever!
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25 September 2025
Rising waters, rising needs: Pakistan’s escalating flood crisis
Over recent months, relentless monsoon rains and glacial floods have devastated Pakistan, claiming almost 1000 lives and forcing tens of thousands from their homes.
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10 September 2025
Red Cross Movement mobilises urgent aid after devastating Afghanistan earthquake
A powerful 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck southeastern Afghanistan on 31 August, causing widespread destruction across Kunar, Nangarhar, and Laghman provinces.
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29 August 2025
Humanity must come first in Gaza
Every day, civilians in Gaza continue to bear the brunt of armed conflict and violence, as injuries and hunger escalate and they suffer countless indignities.
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25 August 2025
Wherever the need is greatest – 65 years of our International Delegate Programme
Since 1960, we’ve sent team members overseas on more than 1,000 assignments to save lives, alleviate suffering, and maintain human dignity on the front line.
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