National American Red Cross Day 2025. Clara barton founded the american red cross in 1881 and. President joseph biden has proclaimed march as red cross month — a tradition followed by every american president since president franklin delano.

March is red cross month on the national day calendar to honor the people who dedicate their lives to the american red cross. American red cross giving day is an opportunity for people to come together and support and help the urgent humanitarian needs of the american red cross.