American Red Cross

Disaster Relief

430 17th St NW, Washington, DC 20006

Eligibility

Disaster in the United States: Anyone who has lost contact with their family because of a recent disaster. International separations: Anyone who has been separated from their family internationally, including refugees and immigrants.

(800) 733-2767

Voice

(612) 871-7676

Voice

Websitehttps://www.redcross.org/local/mn-nd-sd/get-help.html

Application process

To begin a search, contact your local Red Cross. Call for program information and general inquiries. For information regarding International Tracing services call or visit the International Reconnecting Families Information.

Site Service Area

Nationwide

Provides help to communities that have experienced a disaster Assistance may include meals, shelter, or health and social services. Information about local Minnesota Red Cross Chapters can be found online. Offers online tools and resources to assist with preparing the home, school and workplace in the event of a disaster or emergency Online resource topics include:

Prep guides for specific audiences like seniors, kids, people with disabilities
A range of downloadable mobile apps
Disasters and Financial Planning Guide for Preparedness and Recovery

Resources include fact sheets, preparedness checklists, recovery guides and other helpful information to stay informed and safe. Covers many types of disasters. Works to reconnect families who have been separated due to a natural disaster, armed conflict, migration or other humanitarian crises.

Last Update

01/06/2026

What's Here

Red Cross Disaster Service Centers Disaster Victims Disaster Survivor Inquiries Post Disaster Mental Health Services Post Disaster Food Services Disaster Relief/Recovery Organizations

Providing organization

American Red Cross

Organization URLhttps://www.redcross.org