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American Red Cross

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Good mission, bad management - Development Associate American Red Cross Employee Review

2.0
Jul 11, 2008
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Pros

The American Red Cross has a noble mission which it delivers much like the postal service--in any weather (physical, political and financial). There's always name recognition when I tell people where I work.

Cons

Lack of accountability from senior management to hourly workers; over-analyzing everything; inability to empower staff to make their own decisions so we have to go up to the senior vice president sometimes for a routine question;

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5.0
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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
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Pros

Helping save lives is very fulfilling

Cons

Management and unrealistic expectations in Blood Donor services

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