Friday, May 8, 2026, marked another memorable day in the history of the Liberia Red Cross Society as it celebrates its founder’s day also recognized as Red Cross Month in Liberia.
This year, the Government of Liberia proclaimed May 1-31, 2026, World Red Cross Month, designating May 8 as World Red Cross Day.
The Red Cross authorities say the initiative aims to promote compassion, solidarity, and service in response to humanitarian challenges, reflecting the ongoing commitment of the Red Cross to protect humanity and address urgent needs across the nation.
May is also recognized by members and volunteers of the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement worldwide as Red Cross Month, and the Liberia National Red Cross Society (LNRCS) proudly joins the global initiative under the theme: Humanity -- a call for compassion, solidarity, and service amid increasing humanitarian challenges.
Each year, the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement honors May 8, in celebration of its founder, Jean Henry Dunant's birthday, and the ongoing humanitarian efforts that change lives within communities.
This year, the Government of Liberia has reaffirmed its commitment to this mission by issuing a proclamation designating May as Red Cross Month.
The Liberian leader Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., and Chief Patron of the Liberian Red Cross, expressed his support by declaring May 1-31, 2026, as World Red Cross Month and May 8 as World Red Cross Day.
Speaking at a well-attended program held at the PHP Park, secretary General and Chief Executive officer of the Liberia National Red Cross Society, Mr. Gregory T. Blamoh,
appealed at all Liberians and all people of goodwill to provide direct cash assistance to affected families in Liberia.
They have received funding from ECOWAS to support recovery efforts following the 2022 flooding crisis.
He said the Liberia National Red Cross Society organization has already completed payments to 700 beneficiaries and is processing mobile money transfers to 1,141 families.
The cash assistance, amounting to 371,882.00 USD, will benefit over 9,600 people in 30 affected communities.
According to him, the LNRCS is also providing shelter support to families with damaged homes and distributing cleaning tools to promote disaster risk reduction efforts.
The European Union and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies have supported these initiatives, reinforcing the response to the severe flooding.
He added that, the Red Cross remains at the forefront of disaster response, providing hope and relief to communities affected by storms, floods, and fires.
In addition to disaster relief efforts, the LNRCS plays a vital role during health emergencies—from epidemic response to raising community awareness, ensuring that vulnerable populations receive timely help.
He noted that, in recent years, the Red Cross has offered cash assistance to thousands of families impacted by severe flooding, equipped local farmers with tools and knowledge, and improved access to safe drinking water in communities hit by floods in Montserrado, Grand Cape Mount, Bong, as well as other remote towns and villages throughout Sinoe, Grand Kru, and River Gee.
“Regardless of a community's background, the Red Cross remains committed to serving individuals and communities based solely on need” he said.
It brings together diverse groups under a common goal while ensuring that humanitarian assistance reaches everyone locally without discrimination.
The Liberia National Red Cross Society has responded to challenges across Liberia with compassion and generosity, delivering humanitarian relief, saving lives, and offering hope for more than 100 years.
“Empowering local actors highlights the crucial role of staff and volunteers, who are the first to arrive and the last to leave during local disasters, emphasizing that humanity begins at home, with members of their own family,” the proclamation states.
