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American Red Cross

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Great mission, horrible leadership - Associate American Red Cross Employee Review

1.0
Mar 11, 2009
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Pros

The mission is very honorable, there is something uniquely different about working to help others and working for just a paycheck. You meet a wide variety of people from different backgrounds.

Cons

HQ needs a complete makeover. Instead of laying off employees every quarter, HQ should reevaluate its leadership. The organization is also stuck in the past, refusing to move along with the times. It lacks a connection with the younger generation, who will eventually be their key financial supporters. Total lack of respect for chapter employees, the ones who are out in the field and doing all the grunt work. Employees who hold leadership roles do not respect their lower rung employees. Lack of growth potential, no encouragement to succeed.

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5.0
Apr 16, 2026
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Pros

My experience working with the Red Cross has been great. The work is fulfilling and the people are passionate. Benefits are good - Kaiser is $6 a month!

Cons

There is work life balance, but there is an expectation to work nights and weekends.

1.0
Jul 13, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Helping save lives is very fulfilling

Cons

Management and unrealistic expectations in Blood Donor services

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