- Donation marks 40 years of partnership, helping advance future disaster relief and humanitarian aid efforts
FORT WORTH, Texas — Today, American Airlines announced a $1.2 million dollar donation to the American Red Cross, thanks to the support and generosity of American’s AAdvantage® members.
The monthlong fundraising effort invited AAdvantage® members to earn bonus miles with every donation in support of the Red Cross mission, commemorating 40 years of partnership between American and the Red Cross. The donation will directly fund future Red Cross disaster relief, response and recovery efforts.
Over four decades, American has partnered with the Red Cross to help ensure support is available during emergencies. In 2023, American became a Red Cross Mission Leader, joining the organization’s top tier of donors contributing more than $3 million annually to help alleviate suffering during crises.
“While we wish there was never a need for these funds – we know how important these donations are in ensuring that we are set up to provide resources when disaster strikes,” said American’s Chief Marketing Officer Caroline Clayton. “We couldn’t be prouder of our AAdvantage® members who helped turn generosity into a meaningful impact for communities in need.”
“I am deeply grateful for Mission Leaders like American Airlines that play a vital role in helping the Red Cross respond quickly and effectively when disasters strike,” said American Red Cross president and CEO Cliff Holtz. “Support from forward-thinking organizations like American helps ensure we are prepared to meet rising needs and deliver critical relief to families and communities when its needed most.”
Over decades of partnership, American and the Red Cross have demonstrated the power of shared purpose. American has been a member of the Red Cross Annual Disaster Giving Program since 2014, providing support before disasters occur. As disasters grow more frequent and intense, American remains committed to keeping help, hope and humanity within reach.
Learn more about how American supports the communities that it serves.
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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