Red Cross stories
Red Cross stories
Read our stories filled with humanity, resilience and the spirit of volunteering. They show how your support is helping vulnerable people in New Zealand and around the world.
21 December 2023
Balclutha Branch recognised for over 80 years of service to the community
The entire Red Cross Balclutha Branch received a National Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of their 84 years of service. The award recognises people who’ve made a special and noteworthy contribution to Red Cross.
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28 August 2023
Meals on Wheels volunteering runs through generations
Kay and Karan are among the 3,000 volunteers with New Zealand Red Cross who deliver hot meals to people unable to cook for themselves. Find out about their Meals on Wheels journey.
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23 May 2023
Getting help from the Meals on Wheels programme
We never know when we might find ourselves in an emergency, in the middle of a disaster, or in need of a friendly face and a human connection.
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22 December 2022
The impact people like you made for vulnerable Kiwis in 2022
In 2022, our incredible supporters had made a real difference in the lives of people in need when they needed it most.
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15 November 2022
"He just loved meeting people" – Soni’s story
We pay tribute to Wiremu Soni Rogan (known as Soni), veteran Auckland Meals on Wheels driver who brightened everyone’s lives. Soni died in August, but his legacy lives on.
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