Join us for an evening of city lights, glamour and giving at the Red Cross Gala!
Now in its 29th year, the Gala is an annual volunteer-led fundraiser that celebrates the mission of the Red Cross. Our 2023 event was an unprecedented success, raising more than $1M for Red Cross services, including disaster relief during Fund the Mission. In 2024, all proceeds raised during the gala will go towards supporting Red Cross Blood Services.
Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood, and thanks to generous donors, the Red Cross supplies 40 percent of the nation's blood supply. Just one blood donation can save multiple lives, so we hope you will join us in supporting this lifesaving cause.
As in previous years, guests will enjoy a cocktail hour, dinner program and live entertainment and dancing while fundraising for Red Cross services in our region. New for 2024, we are pleased to host the Gala at San Francisco’s Pier 27, featuring sweeping waterfront views set against the city skyline.
Check back regularly for updates as additional information becomes available. We look forward to celebrating with you on March 21!
New for 2024, we’ve launched a virtual blood drive in support of our Gala that this year will raise funds to support Red Cross blood services. The Red Cross is the nation’s largest blood provider, distributing some 40 percent of blood to U.S. hospitals. But the blood supply constantly chases demand, and the call for blood and platelet donors is one we make often. You can help make a difference.
The Red Cross Gala Virtual Blood Drive runs now through the end of April, and donations may be made anywhere in the U.S. that the Red Cross collects blood. It’s easy, convenient, and will help save lives. Sign up today to help us meet our goal of 50 donation appointments made before our Gala event on March 21.
Please contact nccrevents@redcross.org with any questions. Please note it can take up to five (5) days for your donation to populate in the Virtual Blood Drive page’s online counter. Only appointments made via the Virtual Blood Drive page will count toward the Red Cross Gala Virtual Blood Drive.”
Pooja Klebig
November 14, 2023
Photos by Albert and Virginia Becker, Roger Bunch, and Gabriel Williams/American Red Cross.
Please direct event inquires to Briana Foster.