Uber Joins American Red Cross Disaster Responder Program

Uber pledges $650,000 to power Red Cross disaster relief efforts across the U.S.

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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Uber, headquartered in San Francisco, has joined the American Red Cross Disaster Responder Program with a total commitment of $650,000. This includes a $500,000 pledge and $150,000 in ride and delivery credits to support the Red Cross's ability to quickly respond to disasters and provide essential services to those in need.

Why it matters

As extreme weather events continue to devastate communities across the country, the Red Cross's disaster relief efforts are more crucial than ever. Uber's partnership and financial support will help the organization mobilize resources and services to assist those impacted by crises.

The details

Through the Disaster Responder Program, Uber is providing a pre-disaster donation of $500,000 over two years to the Red Cross. This allows the organization to quickly respond to disasters and offer shelter, meals, emotional support, and other essential supplies. In addition, Uber is contributing $150,000 in ride and meal credits to help connect people to critical services in the aftermath of disasters, as the company did during the 2025 floods in Alaska and the Pacific Northwest.

  • Uber joined the American Red Cross Disaster Responder Program in March 2026.
  • Uber's $500,000 pledge is over a two-year period.

The players

Uber

An American transportation network company headquartered in San Francisco, California.

American Red Cross

A humanitarian organization that provides emergency assistance, disaster relief, and education in the United States.

Emilie Boman

Head of Central Policy & Social Impact at Uber.

Anne McKeough

Chief development officer at the American Red Cross.

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What they’re saying

“Transportation plays an important role in the hours and days after a disaster. Through our Disaster Responder partnership and ride and delivery credits, we aim to support the American Red Cross' efforts to connect people to shelter, medical care, food and other essential services when it matters most.”

— Emilie Boman, Head of Central Policy & Social Impact at Uber

“Increasing severe weather events mean that families are relying on the Red Cross now more than ever. We are so thankful for Disaster Responder members like Uber for their support that helps power our preparedness and relief efforts, ensuring we can immediately provide hope and comfort to those facing their darkest day.”

— Anne McKeough, Chief development officer at the American Red Cross

What’s next

The Red Cross will continue to work with Uber to mobilize the company's resources and services to assist communities impacted by disasters across the United States.

The takeaway

Uber's partnership with the American Red Cross Disaster Responder Program demonstrates the important role that private sector companies can play in supporting critical disaster relief efforts, especially as extreme weather events become more frequent and severe.