RealHeroes2026

Nominate a 2026 Real Hero

Do you know someone who has made an extraordinary impact in our community? Each year, the American Red Cross Real Heroes Celebration honors individuals who have shown courage, compassion, resilience, or selfless service in a time of need.

Real Heroes may include everyday people who stepped forward during an emergency; first responders who went above and beyond; service members or veterans who have made a difference; blood donors or advocates; disaster volunteers; youth leaders; or community members whose actions reflect the humanitarian spirit of the Red Cross.

We invite you to nominate someone whose story deserves recognition. Whether their act was large or small, heroic moments often begin with one person choosing to help another.

Please complete the nomination form below and share as much detail as possible about the nominee, their actions, and the impact they had on others.

Together, we can celebrate the everyday heroes who make our communities stronger.

Thank You for Joining Us!

Thank you to everyone who helped make the 2025 Real Heroes Celebration an unforgettable tribute to courage, compassion, and community spirit. Hosted by the American Red Cross, this annual event honored the remarkable individuals of Central New York who have saved lives, shown extraordinary bravery, and made a lasting impact on those around them.

We are grateful to our heroes, guests, sponsors, and supporters who gathered with us at the Marriott Syracuse Downtown on November 20, 2025, to celebrate powerful stories of resilience, enjoy a memorable luncheon, and stand together in recognition of those who inspire hope every day.

Your support ensures that the mission of the American Red Cross continues to reach those who need it most. We couldn't do this without you.

Thank You to our 2025 Sponsors

Sponsor Block

Donate Now

Help our cause by contributing to our fundraising efforts.

No act of generosity is too small to make a difference.

$50

$100

$250

$500

$750

$1,000

Donor & Payment Information

Already have an account? Sign in

Organization Name required

Email required

Note: Receipts and statements will be sent to both the organization and the primary point of contact's email addresses.

Phone required

The primary contact is the person who should be contacted on behalf of the organization if any questions or issues about this transaction arise.

Primary Point of Contact for Transaction

First Name required

Last Name required

Phone required

Email required

Title/Role

Select from the payment options below:

Terms and Conditions required

I have read and agree to the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy and give my consent to American Red Cross - Eastern New York to process my personal data. I understand I can revoke this consent at any time.

Donor approves the payments of any charitable donations and/or purchases to American Red Cross - Eastern New York in the amount set forth therein.

Subtotal:

Transaction Fees:

0.0

Total:

I will pay the fees

By paying the transaction fee, you ensure more money goes to your organization’s mission.

Your credit card statement will reflect charges from ‘The American National Red Cross / The American Red Cross’

Cancel