THE Philippine Red Cross (PRC), under the leadership of former senator Richard Gordon, extended humanitarian aid to 804,323 beneficiaries in the first half of 2024, according to data from its operations center.
From January 1 to July 4, the PRC provided essential services such as potable water to 296,613 people and hot meals to 132,875 people, dispensed 131,223 units of blood, conducted health caravans benefiting 89,821, assisted 19,942 with emergency vehicles, vaccinated 18,935 individuals, administered 1,893 dialysis treatments, and constructed 71 shelters, among other initiatives.
“I am proud of everyone at the Red Cross because we get the job done. However, I always remind my team that we must not be complacent. We’re just starting, and there’s a lot to be done,” Gordon said.
Gordon praised the dedication of the PRC’s 2 million volunteers nationwide, emphasizing their embodiment of values and underscoring the organization’s commitment to ongoing improvement and readiness in humanitarian efforts.
Gwen Pang, PRC secretary-general, reaffirmed the organization’s mission to alleviate human suffering and uphold the dignity of vulnerable populations, emphasizing their preparedness in disaster response and emergencies.
In addition to its volunteer network spanning 102 chapters nationwide, the PRC mobilizes a fleet of emergency response vehicles, including ambulances, rescue boats, food trucks, water tankers, fire trucks and pay loaders, ensuring swift and effective assistance in times of need.
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