Better Business Bureau Report for
American Red Cross Louisville Chapter

Better Business Bureau Report issued March 2012
Better Business Bureau Report expires March 2014


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Charity Contact Information

Name: American Red Cross Louisville Chapter
Address: 510 E. Chestnut Street, PO Box 1675
  Louisville, KY 40202
Phone: 502-589-4450
Web Address: www.louisville-redcross.org
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Better Business Bureau Comments

Year, State Incorporated: 1917, Kentucky
Affiliates: None
Stated Purpose: The mission of the American Red Cross is "to provide relief to victims of disaster and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies."

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Evaluation Conclusions

               

The American Red Cross Louisville Chapter is the local affiliate of the American Red Cross headquartered in Washington, D.C.

The BBB Wise Giving Alliance reviews and reports on nationally soliciting charities. The WGA issues the full BBB report for American Red Cross which shows that the organization meets all 20 Standards for Charity Accountability.

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The Louisville Area Chapter is a chartered unit of the American Red Cross. Chapter programs include disaster services, health and safety services, biomedical services, community services, armed forces emergency services, and international aid services.

American Red Cross Louisville Chapter (ARC) meets the 20 Standards for Charity Accountability.
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Fund Raising

               

Method(s) Used:

Partners in Fund Raising with Metro United Way, direct solicitations, select special events.
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Governance

               

Chief Executive : Keith Alvey, Chief Executive Officer, Louisville Chapter
Compensation*:

Chair of the Board: Dick Swope, Louisville Chapter Chair
Chair's Profession / Business Affiliation: President & CEO, Sam Swope Auto Group, LLC

Board Size: 36

Paid Staff Size: 161

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Tax Status

               

This organization is tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. It is eligible to receive contributions deductible as charitable donations for federal income tax purposes.
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