Who It Helps
Not only is the Red Cross Ball an enjoyable evening you won't want to miss, it also plays an important role in your community.  The Red Cross Ball is the largest annual fundraiser for the Southwestern Pennsylvania Chapter's Disaster Relief Fund.  Without the funds received from the Ball, the Red Cross would not be able to help your neighbors who are in need during times of emergency. 

You can feel good about attending the Red Cross Ball.  We do everything in our power to keep event expenses at a minimum, and we proactively solicit sponsors to get many of the expenses underwritten.  All proceeds help the American Red Cross fulfill its lifesaving mission of providing relief to victims of disasters and helping people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.

We are not a government agency, and, therefore, we count on the generosity of our community every year to support our local response and services.

All proceeds from the Red Cross Ball stay local, which means that your support helps your neighbors in southwestern Pennsylvania who need our help every day.


Event Information
This year's event will honor Distinguished Leader Award Recipient John Surma, Chief Executive Officer and President of U. S. Steel.

The itinerary will be as follows:

6:00 to 6:45 p.m.:  Ruby Red Reception featuring hors d'oeuvres, an exclusive silent auction preview, and special acknowledgement of the Distinguished Leader Award Recipient.

6:45 to 7:30 p.m.:  Cocktail Hour featuring hors do'oeuvres, cocktails, and the silent auction.

7:30 p.m. to midnight:  Dinner, award presentation, dancing, and the silent auction.


Ticket Information
Main Event: $150 per person
Main Event and Ruby Red Reception: $200 per person

Please help us fulfill our mission by purchasing tickets to this worthwhile event.  Please contact Deanne Heller at 412-263-3129 for more information.


Sponsorship and Donation Information
Please help us support your community by sponsoring part of the event, underwriting an item at the event, or purchasing an advertisement in our program.  Please click here to download our Sponsorship Form or contact Tom Wiese at 412-263-3127 for more information. 

If you would like to donate an item to the silent auction, please click here to download our Auction Donation Form.  Please contact Deanne Heller at 412-263-3129 for more information.

2009 Auction Items Included:                       

Private Wine Tasting

Collection of Art Pieces

Signed Pittsburgh Penguins Jerseys

Gucci Sunglasses

Prada Purses

$500 American Eagle Gift Card

and much more

Thank you for your support.


Please click here to view photos from the 2009 Red Cross Ball.