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We cannot stop crises, but we can make sure people never face them alone.
The American Red Cross responds to an emergency every 8 minutes. This year's event donations will benefit Red Cross Disaster Relief. From Hurricanes Helene and Milton to the Airport Fire, Line Fire, Bridge Fire, Border 2 Fire, Los Angeles wildfires and countless other crises, the Red Cross has been there for thousands of people here in Southern California and across the nation. Red Cross volunteers have provided vital relief and tangible help and hope to ensure no one faces a disaster alone. Donations to Red Cross Disaster Relief will help the organization continue to deliver compassionate care to people in need.
Date: Friday, September 26, 2025
Time: 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Registration begins at 6:30 a.m.
Location: USS Midway Museum
910 N Harbor Dr. San Diego, CA 92101
The 23rd Annual Real Heroes Awards is a celebration honoring local heroes for courage, compassion and leadership!
Each year, the American Red Cross of San Diego and Imperial Counties honors individuals for acts of great bravery, dedication and service to the community at our Real Heroes Awards event.
This year, heroes will be honored in the following categories:
- Animal Welfare Hero
- Corporate Hero
- Disaster Services Hero
- First Responder Hero
- Gift of Life Hero
- Good Samaritan Hero
- Service to the Armed Forces Hero
- Youth Hero
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