the Red Cross
noun
: an international organization that helps people who are suffering because of a war or natural disaster
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In addition to the Red Cross partnership, Peanuts Worldwide this year has rolled out collaborations with all kinds of retailers, from luxury brands like Coach and Kith to mass-market powerhouses like Krispy Kreme and Starbucks.
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Malia Mendez, Twin Cities, 4 Jan. 2026
No injuries were reported, but the Red Cross was called on to assist two adults and one child, the release said.
—Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 1 Jan. 2026
Wisconsin residents may go to the Red Cross website to fill out a form and request an installation.
—Sarah Volpenhein, jsonline.com, 28 Dec. 2025
Eight people live in the home, and they are being assisted by the Red Cross, officials said.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 16 Dec. 2025
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Malia Mendez, Twin Cities, 4 Jan. 2026
No injuries were reported, but the Red Cross was called on to assist two adults and one child, the release said.
—Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 1 Jan. 2026
Wisconsin residents may go to the Red Cross website to fill out a form and request an installation.
—Sarah Volpenhein, jsonline.com, 28 Dec. 2025
Eight people live in the home, and they are being assisted by the Red Cross, officials said.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 16 Dec. 2025
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“The Red Cross.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20Red%20Cross. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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