General Info

Red Cross of Greater Los Angeles is a nonprofit organization that trains volunteers and staff members in blood donation mechanics and disaster preparedness. The organization provides earthquake preparedness, competency evaluation, fingerprinting services and public speakers. Red Cross of Greater Los Angeles s public speakers give lectures about what residents of metropolitan Los Angeles can do to prepare for disasters. The organization also encourages residents of metropolitan Los Angeles to donate cars to Red Cross. Red Cross of Greater Los Angeles educates potential car donors about the tax benefits of car donation. Its service centers conduct local disaster relief operations, house health and safety classes, contain useful retail items and provide individuals who answer questions about class registration, volunteering and available services. The organization has offices in West Los Angeles, Van Nuys, East Los Angeles, Santa Clarita, Pamona, Torrance and Inglewood, Calif.