Media release from the American Red Cross Georgia Region:
Throughout the past year, the American Red Cross of Northwest Georgia stood alongside families impacted by disasters, providing critical support during some of their most challenging moments. From responding to home fires to offering emergency relief and recovery assistance, Red Cross volunteers worked tirelessly to help families find stability, comfort and hope.
In 2025, the Red Cross of Northwest Georgia responded to nearly 220 disasters, at least 195 of them home fires. During this time, volunteers assisted more than 915 people, including those impacted by flooding in August 2025.
The need for this support shows no sign of slowing down. In the U.S., Red Cross home fire responses spike nearly 20% during the holidays, when families face increased fire risks such as cooking and heating. Just in Georgia, about 2,100 people rely on the Red Cross after home fires in a typical November and December.
“Every number represents a family whose life was turned upside down,” said Tina Dean, Executive Director of the Red Cross Northwest Georgia Chapter. “Whether it’s a devastating home fire or another disaster, our mission is to provide comfort, care and hope when people need it most. We are deeply grateful to our volunteers and community partners who make this lifesaving work possible.”
The Red Cross relies on the generosity of donors and the dedication of volunteers to continue providing disaster relief. Community support ensures the organization can respond around the clock when emergencies strike.
To learn more about how the Red Cross helps communities across Georgia or to support its mission, visit redcross.org. For stories about how people from Georgia helped in 2025 go to https://www.redcross.org/local/georgia/ways-to-donate/local-giving.html
About the American Red Cross:
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or follow us on social media.
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