About 5.8 Charity Day

May 8th is World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day. Henri Dunant, the founder of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, was deeply moved by witnessing a brutal battle in 1859. Motivated by compassion, he organized local residents to provide aid to wounded soldiers and civilians, leading to the birth of the International Red Cross Movement.

This year, we are especially holding a "5.8 Charity Day" event, launching an online crowdfunding platform to raise funds for over 20 service programs. The coverage of services includes disaster relief and preparedness, psychological support, youth development, humanitarian education, volunteer development, and elderly services. Through the crowdfunding platform, we hope to share personal stories, promote the spirit of the Red Cross, and invite the public to donate and support. And for every $100 you donate, the organizations will match your contribution, allowing us to further amplify the power of love.

Use of Funds Raised

Donations will be used for our services includes disaster relief and preparedness, psychological support, youth development, humanitarian education, volunteer development, and elderly services etc.

About Hong Kong Red Cross

We strive for a world in which people respect and protect human life and dignity, and where people are ready to offer impartial and voluntary aid to help improve the lives of vulnerable people.

In accomplishing our missions, the Hong Kong Red Cross (HKRC) sticks to the fundamental principles of Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity and Universality.

As part of the International Red Cross Movement, we dedicate ourselves to Protect human life, Care for the health of the vulnerable and Respect human dignity by mobilizing people to serve voluntarily for the cause of humanity.