The Alexandria Red Cross helps people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies every day. Prevention is taught in schools, at public events and at speaking engagements. Preparations take place with training for CPR, first aid and more. Volunteers are called to the scene of emergencies to give food, clothing, shelter and comfort to all people who are affected by disasters.

Mission:

The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.

Fundamental Principles:

The fundamental principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement are humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality. Learn more about our fundamental principles by visiting the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies.

The Alexandria Red Cross is the oldest Red Cross chapter in the state of Virginia. The Alexandria Chapter has been providing vital community services since February 24, 1916, when President Woodrow Wilson signed the Chapter's charter. As a member of the American National Red Cross, the Alexandria Chapter responds in times of emergency and assists in national and international relief efforts.

Chapter Address:
123 North Alfred Street
Alexandria, VA 22314

From the Beltway:

I-495 to Route 1 North, right on King St. (one block), left on North Alfred Street (building is one block in on your right.)

From Washington, D.C.:

George Washington Parkway (GW Parkway) South, it turns into Washington Street. Turn right on Cameron St., go two blocks; turn left on North Alfred (building is on the corner of Cameron and North Alfred.)

From Arlington:

Route 1 South, left on King St. (two blocks), left on North Alfred (building is one block in on your right.)

From Mt. Vernon:

Washington Street (GW Parkway) North, left on Cameron St. (two blocks) left on North Alfred Street. (building is on the corner of Cameron and North Alfred.)

News Archives

• May 25, 2008- Virginia Hurricane Preparedness Tax Holiday
• May 5, 2008- Microsoft Makes a Difference
• March 19, 2008- CPR Awareness Week
• March 13, 2008- Alexandria Times
• March 7, 2008- Daylight Savings
• March 4, 2008- March is Red Cross Month
• October 23, 2007- ABC News 7

Annual Reports

• Red Cross Annual Report-2007

Newsletters

• Coming soon.