American Airlines marks 40 years of partnership with the American Red Cross
Support has helped advance disaster relief and humanitarian aid
WASHINGTON, April 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- For four decades, American Airlines has stood alongside the American Red Cross, helping ensure that when disasters strike, help is never out of reach. American has been a Red Cross Mission Leader since 2023, joining the organization's most elite group of donors — those giving more than $3 million annually to help alleviate suffering in the face of emergencies.
For generations, the Red Cross has stepped forward to provide comfort, care and critical support to families facing emergencies. With partners like American, the organization can act swiftly, ensuring volunteers can reach affected communities, essential supplies are stocked and families can access relief during their most difficult moments.
"As we celebrate our centennial year at American, we reflect on the millions of lives impacted by our 40-year partnership with the American Red Cross," said Caroline Clayton, chief marketing officer at American. "We're incredibly proud of what we've accomplished together, but we know our work is never done — and we are so grateful to our AAdvantage® members who help us care for our customers and communities across the globe."
As a longstanding donor, American and its customers help fuel Red Cross relief, response and recovery efforts. The airline has been a member of the Annual Disaster Giving Program — a group of forward-thinking donors who provide support in advance of disasters — since 2014.
Additionally, American activates customer donation programs and offers workplace giving and volunteer opportunities to its employees to provide increased support to the Red Cross in the wake of disasters.
"American Airlines has been an extraordinary partner to the Red Cross for 40 years, enabling us to help people in crisis when it matters most," said Cliff Holtz, president and CEO of the American Red Cross. "Their longstanding commitment reflects a shared belief to deliver hope and relief to families when they need it most, and I am profoundly grateful for their remarkable generosity year after year."
As part of the 40th anniversary of this partnership, American is offering its customers a special opportunity to support the Red Cross mission. For a limited time, AAdvantage® members can earn 10 AAdvantage® bonus miles for every $1 donated to the American Red Cross, helping turn generosity into meaningful impact for communities in need.
Through four decades of collaboration, American and the Red Cross have demonstrated what's possible when purpose and partnership come together. As disasters continue to grow more frequent and intense and communities face new and repeated challenges, American Airlines remains steadfast in its commitment to ensure help, hope and humanity are always within reach.
About American Airlines Group (NASDAQ:AAL)
American Airlines is a premium global airline connecting more of the U.S. to the world. With roots tracing back to an air mail carrier in the Midwestern United States in 1926, American now operates more than 6,000 daily flights to more than 350 destinations in more than 60 countries and serves more than 200 million customers annually. Powered by a proud and talented team of 130,000 aviation professionals, American's team lives out the airline's purpose of caring for people on life's journey every day.
The world's largest airline proudly celebrates its centennial year in 2026, reaching a milestone that reflects a century of innovation and the Forever ForwardSM spirit that changed the industry and the world. American introduced the first scheduled air cargo service, the first airport lounge and the first airline loyalty program and continues to reinvent the customer experience today. The airline is also a founding member of the oneworld alliance, whose members serve more than 900 destinations around the globe.
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About the American Red Cross:
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or follow us on social media.
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