Help respond to disasters

We respond to disasters all around Aotearoa and internationally- join us to support others affected by disasters.

Disaster response teams

Find out about their responsibilities, training and how you could join them.

Donating during emergencies

To make a lasting difference in communities, we ask people to donate money instead of goods. Here's why.

Recent stories

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1 July 2020

A symbol of hope

In June, our iconic Red Cross Parcels were gifted to vulnerable members of our community. The revival of our parcels provided Kiwis with a boost during these COVID-19 times. But the story of the Red Cross Parcels, and the hope they bring, begins more than a century ago.

29 April 2020

A friend on the end of the phone

While some of our volunteers are on the physical front lines, our volunteers also on the phone, looking after people who are staying at home.

16 April 2020

Bringing 'sunshine on cold winter days' to people in quarantine

Weeks before New Zealand headed into lockdown, Red Cross volunteers were already supporting people impacted by COVID-19, offering comfort, care and a friendly ear to Lily and 157 other evacuees from Wuhan, China.

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